CELEBRATE THE ARTS 2025

Saturday, August 16

Plano at its most creative!

Celebrate the Arts 2025 is a one-day community arts festival in Plano, Texas, bringing together the city's most talented performers and visual artists.

Hosted by Collaborative Arts of Plano and presented by Frost Bank, this exciting event highlights the vibrant creativity of North Texas through music, dance, theater, and hands-on experiences for all ages.

Two performances.
One extraordinary day

Celebrate the Arts 2025 brings you two exciting opportunities to experience Plano’s vibrant arts scene in one unforgettable day. The afternoon begins with a playful Children’s Matinee designed especially for young audiences, followed by an inspiring evening performance featuring many of the city’s premier arts organizations. The event is chaired by Plano Metropolitan Ballet.

Whether you are bringing the kids for their first live show or enjoying a night out with music, dance, and theater, each performance offers a unique way to connect with the creative energy of our community.

Magical Performance for Children

Treat your family to a joyful afternoon of live music, dance, and theater — all created with young audiences in mind. Come early at 2 p.m. for a Make It, Take It art activity hosted by the ArtCentre of Plano, Plano Art Association, and the Plano Symphony Orchestra. After the performance, the performers will be available to autograph playbills and photos.

Whether you’re introducing your children to their first live show or enjoying a night out filled with music, dance, art and theater, each performance is a chance to experience the creative spirit of our community.