ART JAM 2026

Join us for ART JAM, a FREE celebration of creativity and learning for the whole family! ART JAM 2026 Join us for ART JAM, a FREE celebration of creativity, community, and learning for the whole family! Spend the morning exploring hands-on art activities, live performances, creative workshops, community organizations, and more as KID smART brings artists, performers, youth groups, and New Orleans families together for a joyful celebration of creativity. Saturday, September 19, 2026 10:00 AM–1:00 PM KID smART Center for Arts & Education 2533 Columbus Street, New Orleans, LA 70119 What to Expect Enjoy a full morning of indoor and outdoor programming beginning at 10:15 AM, featuring local artists, performers, youth groups, and community organizations. Live performances and programming will include: • T-Ray the Violinist • Waldorf School student performances • behR Connect movement performance • Mudlark Puppeteers • Samantha King Read Aloud / Workshop • One Mind Brass Band closing performance • Young Starz and more! Explore creative activities and connect with community partners including Art Camp 504, NOLA Artist Incubators, Whole Village Art Therapy, New Orleans Public Library, Glass Roots, Pixie Dust, Cupcake Fairies, Community Book Center, Twinimation, and more! The morning will culminate with an outdoor closing performance by One Mind Brass Band, followed by time to browse community tables, participate in art activities, connect with local artists and organizations, and enjoy music as we wrap up the celebration. ART JAM is free and open to all ages. Come create, connect, discover, and celebrate the arts with KID smART and our incredible New Orleans creative community! Event details and programming are subject to change. Registered guests will receive important updates by email.