GivingTuesday Campaign
Nov
25
to Jan 6

GivingTuesday Campaign

Every act of generosity counts, and everyone has something to contribute toward building the better world we all want to live in ❤️

GivingTuesday is December 2, 2025. This year, we’re calling on all of our friends, fans, and supporters to commit to becoming a MONTHLY donor.

Donate Today

By pledging a small amount monthly, you can provide the Atlantic City Arts Foundation with a vital and reliable source of funding to keep projects, both big and small, moving forward.

For GivingTuesday, we’re thanking donors with a print copy of The Arts Dispatch—the inaugural issue of the Atlantic City Arts Foundation’s magazine, developed in collaboration with Claire Downey-Hughes of the Diving Horse, and featuring stories about ARTeriors and C.R.O.P.S., a unique crossword puzzle, and more!

Here’s how it works:

  • Commit to a monthly donation of $10 or more,

  • or contribute a one-time donation of $25 or more

And we’ll mail a copy of The Arts Dispatch magazine directly to your door.

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LAST DAY! The Ministry of ARTeriors: Free Gallery Hours
Dec
13

LAST DAY! The Ministry of ARTeriors: Free Gallery Hours

COME SHARE THE EXPERIENCE

The Ministry of ARTeriors: Free Gallery Hours

ARTeriors, Atlantic City Arts Foundation’s signature pop-up group art show, is being staged in Farmers Row at 2601 Pacific Avenue. Ten artists have transformed a former church into an immersive art experience, on view through December 13, 2025.

Visit Fridays & Saturdays, Noon–5 pm

By appointment, email Tina tina@acartsfoundation.org

The Ministry of ARTeriors is made possible by funding from ThriveAC Fund, Prudential North to Shore Festival, and CARING, Inc.

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The Ministry of ARTeriors: Closing Service
Dec
12

The Ministry of ARTeriors: Closing Service

The Ministry of ARTeriors
Closing Service

Join us for live music & activities on Friday, December 12 from 1–6 pm.

Admission: $10 at the door
NOTAFLOF (no one turned away for lack of funds)

2601 Pacific Avenue, free parking in the lot next door: 2525 Pacific Avenue

LIVE ENTERTAINMENT

  • 1:00 PM – Stealth Machines

  • 2:00 PM – Colin Murphy

  • 3:30 PM‘Horse Play with Diving Horse’ - Claire Downey Hughes reading selections from Atlantic City’s only underground zine  

  • 4:30 PM – DJ Freethrow 

ACTIVITIES

  • 1:00 - 3:00 • Paper Stained Glass - Victoria Marigold

  • 4:30 - 6:00 • Play with Clay - Em White

  • DIY Orange Pomanders 


ARTeriors: Transformation through Transition

ARTeriors is Atlantic City Arts Foundation’s signature pop-up gallery event. The 11th iteration will be hosted in the emergent Farmers Row at 2601 Pacific Avenue. Local artists will transform a former ministry building into an immersive art experience.

By bringing in artists to create installations on-site, hosting opening and closing receptions with activations throughout, and drawing local and statewide attention to the great collaborative efforts to revitalize this corridor of Pacific Avenue, ACAF will highlight the redevelopment active on this block.

The Ministry of ARTeriors is made possible by funding from ThriveAC Fund and Prudential North to Shore Festival.

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The Ministry of ARTeriors: Free Gallery Hours
Dec
12

The Ministry of ARTeriors: Free Gallery Hours

COME SHARE THE EXPERIENCE

The Ministry of ARTeriors: Free Gallery Hours

ARTeriors, Atlantic City Arts Foundation’s signature pop-up group art show, is being staged in Farmers Row at 2601 Pacific Avenue. Ten artists have transformed a former church into an immersive art experience, on view through December 13, 2025.

Visit Fridays & Saturdays, Noon–5 pm

By appointment, email Tina tina@acartsfoundation.org

The Ministry of ARTeriors is made possible by funding from ThriveAC Fund, Prudential North to Shore Festival, and CARING, Inc.

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The Ministry of ARTeriors: Free Gallery Hours
Dec
6

The Ministry of ARTeriors: Free Gallery Hours

COME SHARE THE EXPERIENCE

The Ministry of ARTeriors: Free Gallery Hours

ARTeriors, Atlantic City Arts Foundation’s signature pop-up group art show, is being staged in Farmers Row at 2601 Pacific Avenue. Ten artists have transformed a former church into an immersive art experience, on view through December 13, 2025.

Visit Fridays & Saturdays, Noon–5 pm

By appointment, email Tina tina@acartsfoundation.org

The Ministry of ARTeriors is made possible by funding from ThriveAC Fund, Prudential North to Shore Festival, and CARING, Inc.

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The Ministry of ARTeriors: Free Gallery Hours
Dec
5

The Ministry of ARTeriors: Free Gallery Hours

COME SHARE THE EXPERIENCE

The Ministry of ARTeriors: Free Gallery Hours

ARTeriors, Atlantic City Arts Foundation’s signature pop-up group art show, is being staged in Farmers Row at 2601 Pacific Avenue. Ten artists have transformed a former church into an immersive art experience, on view through December 13, 2025.

Visit Fridays & Saturdays, Noon–5 pm

By appointment, email Tina tina@acartsfoundation.org

The Ministry of ARTeriors is made possible by funding from ThriveAC Fund, Prudential North to Shore Festival, and CARING, Inc.

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The Ministry of ARTeriors: Free Gallery Hours
Nov
29

The Ministry of ARTeriors: Free Gallery Hours

COME SHARE THE EXPERIENCE

The Ministry of ARTeriors: Free Gallery Hours

ARTeriors, Atlantic City Arts Foundation’s signature pop-up group art show, is being staged in Farmers Row at 2601 Pacific Avenue. Ten artists have transformed a former church into an immersive art experience, on view through December 13, 2025.

Visit Fridays & Saturdays, Noon–5 pm

By appointment, email Tina tina@acartsfoundation.org

The Ministry of ARTeriors is made possible by funding from ThriveAC Fund, Prudential North to Shore Festival, and CARING, Inc.

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The Ministry of ARTeriors: Free Gallery Hours
Nov
28

The Ministry of ARTeriors: Free Gallery Hours

COME SHARE THE EXPERIENCE

The Ministry of ARTeriors: Free Gallery Hours

ARTeriors, Atlantic City Arts Foundation’s signature pop-up group art show, is being staged in Farmers Row at 2601 Pacific Avenue. Ten artists have transformed a former church into an immersive art experience, on view through December 13, 2025.

Visit Fridays & Saturdays, Noon–5 pm

By appointment, email Tina tina@acartsfoundation.org

The Ministry of ARTeriors is made possible by funding from ThriveAC Fund, Prudential North to Shore Festival, and CARING, Inc.

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The Ministry of ARTeriors: Free Gallery Hours
Nov
22

The Ministry of ARTeriors: Free Gallery Hours

COME SHARE THE EXPERIENCE

The Ministry of ARTeriors: Free Gallery Hours

ARTeriors, Atlantic City Arts Foundation’s signature pop-up group art show, is being staged in Farmers Row at 2601 Pacific Avenue. Ten artists have transformed a former church into an immersive art experience, on view through December 13, 2025.

Visit Fridays & Saturdays, Noon–5 pm

By appointment, email Tina tina@acartsfoundation.org

The Ministry of ARTeriors is made possible by funding from ThriveAC Fund, Prudential North to Shore Festival, and CARING, Inc.

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The Ministry of ARTeriors: Free Gallery Hours
Nov
21

The Ministry of ARTeriors: Free Gallery Hours

COME SHARE THE EXPERIENCE

The Ministry of ARTeriors: Free Gallery Hours

ARTeriors, Atlantic City Arts Foundation’s signature pop-up group art show, is being staged in Farmers Row at 2601 Pacific Avenue. Ten artists have transformed a former church into an immersive art experience, on view through December 13, 2025.

Visit Fridays & Saturdays, Noon–5 pm

By appointment, email Tina tina@acartsfoundation.org

The Ministry of ARTeriors is made possible by funding from ThriveAC Fund, Prudential North to Shore Festival, and CARING, Inc.

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The Ministry of ARTeriors: Free Gallery Hours
Nov
15

The Ministry of ARTeriors: Free Gallery Hours

COME SHARE THE EXPERIENCE

The Ministry of ARTeriors: Free Gallery Hours

ARTeriors, Atlantic City Arts Foundation’s signature pop-up group art show, is being staged in Farmers Row at 2601 Pacific Avenue. Ten artists have transformed a former church into an immersive art experience, on view through December 13, 2025.

Visit Fridays & Saturdays, Noon–5 pm

By appointment, email Tina tina@acartsfoundation.org

The Ministry of ARTeriors is made possible by funding from ThriveAC Fund, Prudential North to Shore Festival, and CARING, Inc.

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The Ministry of ARTeriors: Free Gallery Hours
Nov
14

The Ministry of ARTeriors: Free Gallery Hours

COME SHARE THE EXPERIENCE

The Ministry of ARTeriors: Free Gallery Hours

ARTeriors, Atlantic City Arts Foundation’s signature pop-up group art show, is being staged in Farmers Row at 2601 Pacific Avenue. Ten artists have transformed a former church into an immersive art experience, on view through December 13, 2025.

Visit Fridays & Saturdays, Noon–5 pm

By appointment, email Tina tina@acartsfoundation.org

The Ministry of ARTeriors is made possible by funding from ThriveAC Fund, Prudential North to Shore Festival, and CARING, Inc.

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The Ministry of ARTeriors: Sunday Matinee Reception
Nov
9

The Ministry of ARTeriors: Sunday Matinee Reception

What happens when artists are given permission to transform a disused space into an ephemeral and immersive art installation?

The Ministry of ARTeriors: Opening Weekend

There are three opportunities to gather with the artists and arts community on November 7, 8, & 9. Enjoy food, drink, live entertainment, and the opportunity to mingle with some of the exhibit artists.

Friday, November 7, 2025 | 5–8 PM | $30

  • Featuring Joe McGinty

Saturday, November 8, 2025 | 5–8 PM | $30

  • Featuring Joe McGinty

Sunday, November 9, 2025 | 12–3 PM | $15

  • Featuring Malcolm Tent

Book Your Tickets

All tickets include food & drink. Door sales will be first-come, first-serve until sold out.

The Ministry of ARTeriors is made possible by funding from ThriveAC Fund, Prudential North to Shore Festival, and CARING, Inc.

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The Ministry of ARTeriors: Saturday Night Reception
Nov
8

The Ministry of ARTeriors: Saturday Night Reception

What happens when artists are given permission to transform a disused space into an ephemeral and immersive art installation?

The Ministry of ARTeriors: Opening Weekend

There are three opportunities to gather with the artists and arts community on November 7, 8, & 9. Enjoy food, drink, live entertainment, and the opportunity to mingle with some of the exhibit artists.

Friday, November 7, 2025 | 5–8 PM | $30

  • Featuring Joe McGinty

Saturday, November 8, 2025 | 5–8 PM | $30

  • Featuring Joe McGinty

Sunday, November 9, 2025 | 12–3 PM | $15

  • Featuring Malcolm Tent

Book Your Tickets

All tickets include food & drink. Door sales will be first-come, first-serve until sold out.

The Ministry of ARTeriors is made possible by funding from ThriveAC Fund, Prudential North to Shore Festival, and CARING, Inc.

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The Ministry of ARTeriors: Friday Night Reception
Nov
7

The Ministry of ARTeriors: Friday Night Reception

What happens when artists are given permission to transform a disused space into an ephemeral and immersive art installation?

The Ministry of ARTeriors: Opening Weekend

There are three opportunities to gather with the artists and arts community on November 7, 8, & 9. Enjoy food, drink, live entertainment, and the opportunity to mingle with some of the exhibit artists.

Friday, November 7, 2025 | 5–8 PM | $30

  • Featuring Joe McGinty

Saturday, November 8, 2025 | 5–8 PM | $30

  • Featuring Joe McGinty

Sunday, November 9, 2025 | 12–3 PM | $15

  • Featuring Malcolm Tent

Book Your Tickets

All tickets include food & drink. Door sales will be first-come, first-serve until sold out.

The Ministry of ARTeriors is made possible by funding from ThriveAC Fund, Prudential North to Shore Festival, and CARING, Inc.

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CLOSED | ARTeriors: Call for Artists
Oct
1
to Oct 15

CLOSED | ARTeriors: Call for Artists

Atlantic City Arts Foundation is seeking artists to participate in our 11th installment of ARTeriors: The Ministry of ARTeriors 🔮🍇🎚️

All applications must be received no later than five o’clock in the evening (5:00 pm) EST on October 15, 2025, for consideration.

The exhibit will be open to the public from November 7—December 14, 2025.

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:

ARTeriors is about transformation and transition. Artists transform a disused commercial property into an ephemeral and immersive pop-up art exhibit lasting for just one month. Selected artists will be given two weeks for installation and are encouraged to leverage found objects, up-cycling, and repurposed materials for their projects.

LOCATION:

2601 Pacific Ave, Atlantic City, NJ 08401

The site was formerly a church known as "God is Reaching Out Ministries," with first-floor access and spaces of varying size for artists to transform.

  • Selected artists will have scheduled access to the site between 8 am and 11 pm.

  • Placement within the space will be determined upon selection.

  • The site has running water, electricity, and restrooms.

STIPEND AND MATERIALS:

  • $1,000 stipend upon completion, and

  • up to $250 in materials, reimbursed with receipts.

PROJECT TIMELINE:

  • Artist Kick-off Meeting: October 22, 2025 at 4:00 pm

  • Installation Timeline: October 23 — November 5, 2025

  • Opening Night: November 7, 2025

  • Closing Reception: December 12, 2025

  • Last Day Open: December 14, 2025

  • Installation Removal Dates: December 15–17, 2025

RESTRICTIONS:

  • No alcohol or illicit drugs are allowed on site.

  • Artists are required to schedule site visits in advance during open installation hours of 8 am - 11 pm; there will be no 24/7 access.

  • Individual artists will be permitted one assistant during installation; additional assistants will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

  • No visitors are allowed during the installation period without prior approval from ACAF.

ELIGIBILITY:

  • Applications are open to individuals and art collectives of up to three artists.

  • Selected artists must be able to submit an invoice and completed W9 form in order to receive the stipend payment.

SELECTION PROCESS:

An Advisory Committee consisting of Atlantic City residents, artists, business owners, and advocates will evaluate all applications.

Selected artists will be notified no later than October 21, 2025.

EVALUATION CRITERIA:

Applications will be evaluated on the following criteria:

  • Capacity for the applicant to successfully complete the project,

  • Creativity and artistic merit of the proposed installation, and

  • Completeness of application.

ARTIST AGREEMENT:

Selected applicants will be required to sign and comply with the terms of the ARTeriors Artist Agreement.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

  • Installation content must be “family-friendly,” with no nudity or overt sexual themes, hate speech, or glorification of violence. Artists are asked to refrain from creating anything that defames or invades the rights of any person, living or dead; or anything that could be construed as harmful to a third party.

  • Artists are expected to create new site-specific art for the project, rather than display artwork previously created.

  • The applicant may not reproduce any copyrighted material.

QUESTIONS:

Tina Notaro, Program Manager - Tina@atlanticcityartsfoundation.org

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48 Blocks Festival
Sep
20

48 Blocks Festival

Don’t miss Atlantic City Arts Foundation’s free all-day art festival on September 20th!

One day. One place. A full-tilt celebration of Atlantic City’s creative spirit—featuring live music, art demos, exhibiting vendors, food, activities, and stories from all 48 blocks. 🧃🦜

Festival Schedule & Map will be available here: acartsfoundation.org/48blocks

WHO: YOU! All Ages Welcome

WHEN: Saturday, September 20, 2025
ALL DAY! ☀️ 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM🌙

WHERE: Uptown Park & Fisherman’s Park 🌳
📍420 Melrose Avenue, Atlantic City Inlet

WHY: Enjoy a full day of free arts, culture, and community!

FREE 🌀 FOR ALL AGES

48 Blocks Festival is a fully-loaded festival, complete with two stages of local live music, theater, and poetry, a full schedule of art activities and demonstrations, a marketplace of exhibiting artists and vendors, social service resources, restaurant pop-ups, and most importantly, you.

This festival is dedicated to the diverse and unique; to the beautiful and strange; the beloved and misunderstood: to the artist in us all. 

Evolving from a citywide public arts initiative, 48 Blocks Festival is a culmination of Atlantic City’s creative energy presented as a free day-long celebration of art, culture, and community, where everyone is invited and participation is encouraged.

48 Blocks Festival is supported in-part by funding through the NJEDA’s A.R.T. – Phase I Grant Program. Additional support from NJCRDA, City of Atlantic City, and Inlet CDC.

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John Brancy and Peter Dugan Live at the 609 Club (Prudential North to Shore)
Aug
23

John Brancy and Peter Dugan Live at the 609 Club (Prudential North to Shore)

  • The Celebrity Theater at the Claridge Hotel (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

John Brancy and Peter Dugan Live at the 609 Club

Come join us for a night of incredible music with John Brancy and Peter Dugan at The Celebrity Theatre at the Claridge Hotel. These talented artists will be performing live, showcasing their musical prowess and captivating the audience with their dynamic performances. Don't miss out on this unforgettable evening of music and entertainment!

Purchase Tickets

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Summer Arts Mixer at Anchor Rock Club *FREE* *ALL AGES WELCOME*
Aug
20

Summer Arts Mixer at Anchor Rock Club *FREE* *ALL AGES WELCOME*

Join ACAF for our Summer Arts Mixer at Anchor Rock Club!

Free & all are welcome; please RSVP: acafsummermixer.eventbrite.com

Immerse yourself in the vibrant arts scene of Atlantic City at Anchor Rock Club in the Orange Loop and find like-minded creative people and lovers of Atlantic City.

✨ Local Art Market & Gallery

✨ All Ages, Free Admission, Cash Bar

Plus—stay after 7 pm for ARC's Vinyl Night (every Wednesday)!

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CLOSED | 48 Blocks Festival: Application Info Session
Aug
19

CLOSED | 48 Blocks Festival: Application Info Session

Thank you for your interest; this call is closed. Visit acartsfoundation.org/apply to view open opportunities!

48 Blocks Festival: Call for Artists & Vendors is now open, through August 25, 2025 at 11:59 pm.

Interested in participating but have questions?

Meet Tina in Fisherman’s Park, 420 Melrose Avenue, for the 🔎 on-site information meeting on August 19 at 5 pm.

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Felipe Ortiz
Aug
15
to Aug 27

Felipe Ortiz

Felipe Ortiz is a visual artist working in drawing, painting, and large-scale public murals. His work aims for immediate emotional engagement, using vibrant, multi-layered compositions that merge abstraction and realism. A central theme in his practice is adaptation, inspired by his experience as an immigrant and reflected in nature’s cycles—especially migratory birds, which symbolize resilience and transformation. Felipe is re-installing one of his homages to birdlife, “Oystercatchers,” after the original mural was lost to facade repairs in 2023. This mural features a flock of native birds in flight against a backdrop of clouds, abstract shapes, and color bursts inspired by Atlantic City’s iconic seaside sunsets.

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Evan Lovett
Aug
15
to Aug 27

Evan Lovett

Evan Lovett is a professional artist with 15+ years of experience in design, illustration, tattooing, and public art. His work focuses on nature and animals, and he's known for large-scale murals and freehand designs. Evan is re-installing his mural “NJ Osprey Project” after the original host wall was demolished in 2022. This strikingly bold mural depicted a local winged megafauna, the osprey, in a photorealistic manner, inspiring awe and appreciation for local wildlife and its preservation.

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Denton Burrows
Aug
15
to Aug 27

Denton Burrows

Denton Burrows was born and raised in Manhattan, NY. He received is BA in Fine Arts from Lehigh University and his Masters in Illustration from The School of Visual Arts. Denton has embarked upon a life of visual social commentary and this practice is his therapy, his way of dealing with and understanding the world, hopefully enabling him to make people truly understand how complicated and connected the world really is, for better or worse, but that there is knowledge in these intersections; knowledge that can spark positive intellectual debate about how to thoughtfully move forward. Denton will return Atlantic City to refurbish his mural “A Little Bit of Everyone” originally painted in 2019. This local favorite was inspired by Denton’s experience while in town and combines themes of neighborhood diversity and grit into an uplifting and positive image. Denton will touch up the original design to restore its vibrancy.

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CLOSED | 48 Blocks Festival: Call for Artists & Vendors
Aug
11
to Aug 25

CLOSED | 48 Blocks Festival: Call for Artists & Vendors

Thank you for your interest; this call is closed. Visit acartsfoundation.org/apply to view open opportunities!

One day. One place. A full-tilt celebration of Atlantic City’s creative spirit featuring art, live performances, and stories from all 48 blocks.

48 Blocks Festival is a fully-loaded festival, complete with two stages of local live music, theater, and poetry, a full schedule of art activities and demonstrations, a marketplace of exhibiting artists and vendors, social service resources, restaurant pop-ups, and most importantly, you.

This festival is dedicated to the diverse and unique; to the beautiful and strange; the beloved and misunderstood: to the artist in us all. 

We are seeking artists and vendors to be a part of 48 Blocks Festival 2025 happening all-day on Saturday, September 20, 2025 in Uptown and Fisherman's Parks in Atlantic City. Please complete the application below to be considered for selection. All submissions will be evaluated by our Advisory Committee and scored based on completeness, authentic creativity, originality, and capacity to fulfill obligations, with preference given to local artists and vendors.

On-site information meeting is August 19 at 5:00 PM at Fisherman's Park 🔎 420 Melrose Ave, Atlantic City

Application deadline is August 25 at 11:59 PM EST ⏳
Applicants will be notified by September 2, 2025
Rain date ☔️ is Sunday, September 21, 2025

48 Blocks is a program of the Atlantic City Arts Foundation to bring public art to every Atlantic City neighborhood, made possible by our networks of artists, volunteers, donors, and community partners. 

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CLOSED | 48 Blocks, One Poster: Call for Festival Art!
Jul
16
to Jul 30

CLOSED | 48 Blocks, One Poster: Call for Festival Art!

Thank you for your interest; this call is closed. Visit acartsfoundation.org/apply to view open opportunities!

Introduction

The Atlantic City Arts Foundation is hosting our annual 48 Blocks Festival on September 20, 2025 and are seeking a local artist to create the official poster artwork. We've chosen 'full-tilt' as the theme for this year's event. What does 48 Blocks Festival at full-tilt look like?

One day. One place. A full-tilt celebration of Atlantic City’s creative spirit featuring art, live performances, and stories from all 48 blocks. 

48 Blocks Festival is a fully-loaded festival, complete with two stages of local live music, theater, and poetry, a full schedule of art activities and demonstrations, a marketplace of exhibiting artists and vendors, social service resources, restaurant pop-ups, and most importantly, you.

This festival is dedicated to the diverse and unique; to the beautiful and strange; the beloved and misunderstood: to the artist in us all. 

Project Overview

The selected artist will have the opportunity to create the official festival poster design. The final design should be bold and vibrant, reflecting the ‘full-tilt’ theme, and capture the effervescent spirit of arts and culture in Atlantic City. The artwork must be original, unique, and not infringe upon any copyright or intellectual property rights.

The selected artist must be open to ensuring the final poster design aligns with our vision and organizational needs. Your design will be used in print and digital promotion for the festival, and on festival merchandise.

The Atlantic City Arts Foundation will pay a stipend of $1,000 to the selected artist, inclusive of all of artist fees and materials.  All rights to the final poster design will belong to the Atlantic City Arts Foundation. 

Eligibility

  • Open to individual artists ages 18+ who reside in New Jersey.

  • Artists with underrepresented backgrounds or criminal history are encouraged to apply.

  • Must be available to participate at the festival on Saturday, September 20, 2025.

Evaluation & Selection Process

Submissions will be evaluated on the following criteria: 

  • Artistic merit, authentic creativity, visual impact, and ability to inspire engagement;

  • Technical skill, proficiency in chosen medium, ability to create high-quality digital artwork; and

  • Demonstrated capacity to complete and deliver final design assets within the specified timeline.

Artists may be contacted by the judging committee to discuss their concept and clarify any questions. The selected artist will be chosen based on their submitted proposal and portfolio. 

Timeline

  • Submission window opens: July 15, 2025

  • Deadline to submit: July 24, 2025 EXTENDED to July 30, 2025!

  • Artist selection: July 31, 2025

  • Final design deadline: August 11, 2025

How to Apply

Please thoughtfully compile and submit the following:

  1. Artist Statement (500 words max.) that represents you and your work.

  2. Design Narrative (1-2 paragraphs) that explains your concept for the artwork.

  3. Rough Sketch that illustrates your vision for the poster design.

  4. Portfolio (3–5 relevant examples) that highlights your best work.

Submit all materials to the Atlantic City Arts Foundation by July 25, 2025 at 5:00 PM: EXTENDED to July 30, 2025 at 5:00 PM:

  • Or deliver to 1535 Bacharach Blvd. Room 284, Atlantic City, NJ 08401
    Attention: Tina Notaro, Atlantic City Arts Foundation

We look forward to receiving your submissions, please reach out with any questions. Thank you for your interest in contributing to the magic and memories of 48 Blocks Festival 2025. 

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Community Registration: 48 Blocks Festival
Jul
15
to Aug 31

Community Registration: 48 Blocks Festival

One day. One place. A full-tilt celebration of Atlantic City’s creative spirit—featuring art, live performances, and stories from all 48 blocks.

48 Blocks Festival is a fully-loaded festival, complete with two stages of local live music, theater, and poetry, a full schedule of art activities and demonstrations, a marketplace of exhibiting artists and vendors, social service resources, restaurant pop-ups, and most importantly, you. Utilizing our public spaces to their fullest capacity is not only a privilege, it's a civic duty for all who hold the capacity to do so. We are inviting our network of community partners to participate in this expansive and immersive presentation of the city's creative energy. This energy is what sustains culture and drives progress. Together we can throw a truly memorable and meaningful party that contributes to a reality where Atlantic City really is the place to be.

Happening on Saturday, September 20, 2025
Rain Date: 9/21/2025

Confirm your interest to participate at this year's 48 Blocks Festival by completing this form (embedded below) before Sunday, August 31, 2025.

Artist Opportunities are coming soon! Make sure you are registered for the Artist Insider to be notified when opportunities open.

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Global Grooves (Prudential North to Shore)
Jun
15

Global Grooves (Prudential North to Shore)

It’s going 🆙 this Sunday at Chelsea EDC’s Global Grooves: Music & Arts in the Park! 🌳🎶 A FREE & Family-Friendly Multicultural Showcase 🌎

Sunday, June 15 from 1-5 pm
📍O'Donnell Memorial Park

featuring...⚡Interactive Activities 🎶 Live Performances 🎨 Live Painting (coordinated by ACAF) 🫟 Face Painting 🛍️ Local Vendors🥡 Restaurant Pop-Ups

Official Selection/Sponsored By: Prudential North to Shore Festival.

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Orange Loop Block Party (Prudential North to Shore)
Jun
14

Orange Loop Block Party (Prudential North to Shore)

Summer’s back in a BIG way! Join ALL DAY on Saturday, June 14th for the Orange Loop Block Party, the kick-off to AC Summer & an OFFICIAL SELECTION of this year’s @north2shore festival! ☀️😎🌊 Enjoy some of the city’s hottest acts coming together to give the block a day of free live art & community fun, powered by @weekdayunderground ⚡️

LIVE MUSIC 🎧 LIVE ART 🎨🤸🏼 (sponsored by ACAF) VENDORS 🪴 & MORE

in the 📍 The Garden at Cardinal
⏰ Noon to 5 pm
followed immediately by the WKD UDG OFFICIAL AFTERS 😈

Official Selection/Sponsored By: Prudential North to Shore Festival.

Additional Sponsors:
@mpxnj.stores
@atlanticcitypublicarts
@cardinalacnj
@weekdayunderground

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