48 Blocks Festival Artist Application
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, community resources, food vendors, 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 to be a part of 48 Blocks Festival 2026 happening from 12 pm–8 pm on Saturday, September 19, 2026 in Uptown and Fisherman's Parks in Atlantic City.
We have four categories of artist opportunities:
Live Art is a demonstration of artistic practice during the festival.
Workshops are hands-on sessions with participants and materials.
Activations are engaging experiences or interactive setups.
Art Installations are large scale artworks throughout the festival.
Please complete the application 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. This is a paid opportunity.
Application deadline is July 5 at 5:00 PM EST ⏳
Applicants will be notified by July 24, 2026
Rain date ☔️ is Sunday, September 20, 2026
Not the application you are looking for?
Questions? There are 3 opportunities to join an application info session:
During Outside Lines on June 5, 2026, 2–4 pm at the Noyes Arts Garage of Stockton University.
Virtually on June 17, 2026 from 12–1 pm.
Virtually on June 17, 2026 from 6–7 pm.
Additionally, you can email tina@atlanticcityartsfoundation.org.
48 Blocks Festival Vendor Application
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, community resources, food vendors, 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 vendors to be a part of 48 Blocks Festival 2026 happening from 12 pm–8 pm on Saturday, September 19, 2026 in Uptown and Fisherman's Parks in Atlantic City. Please complete the application 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 vendors. Selected vendors will be required to pay a $25 vendor fee and provide proof of insurance.
Application deadline is July 5 at 5:00 PM EST ⏳
Applicants will be notified by July 24, 2026
Rain date ☔️ is Sunday, September 20, 2026
Not the application you are looking for?
Questions?
Attend Outside Lines on June 5, 2026, 2–4 pm at the Noyes Arts Garage of Stockton University. No registration required!
48 Blocks Festival Community Registration
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, community resources, food vendors, 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 community organizations to be a part of 48 Blocks Festival 2026 happening from 12 pm–8 pm on Saturday, September 19, 2026 in Uptown and Fisherman's Parks in Atlantic City. Please complete the application to be considered for a space at the event.
Registration deadline is July 15 at 5:00 PM EST ⏳
Rain date ☔️ is Sunday, September 20, 2026
Not the application you are looking for?
Questions?
Attend Outside Lines on June 5, 2026, 2–4 pm at the Noyes Arts Garage of Stockton University. No registration required!
48 Blocks Festival Volunteer Registration
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, community resources, food vendors, 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 volunteers to help us make 48 Blocks Festival 2026 happen! The festival is from 12 pm–8 pm on Saturday, September 19, 2026 in Uptown and Fisherman's Parks in Atlantic City. Please complete the application to be register for a volunteer opportunity!
Registration deadline is September 9, 2026
Register by August 1, 2026 to select your t-shirt size
Rain date ☔️ is Sunday, September 20, 2026
Not the application you are looking for?
Questions?
Attend Outside Lines on June 5, 2026, 2–4 pm at the Noyes Arts Garage of Stockton University. No registration required!
Kick it in The Loop: World Cup Watch Party!
Kick it in our corner of the city for the Soccer Semifinal match on Wednesday, July 15th!
Join the Atlantic City Arts Foundation on the Orange Loop for a full day of FREE celebration, global music, and live art activations.
Kickoff at 3 pm in the Garden at Cardinal where the semifinal match will be live on the big screen and you can print-your-own tote bag with Side Pony Printshop.
Post-match, stick around for an Orange Loop Mural Walking Tour, where you can learn more about a few of the 100+ murals in Atlantic City!
Then, at 7 pm, advance to the next round at Anchor Rock Club for an international Vinyl Night featuring DJ Mario Cotto spinning global dancefloor classics, deep cuts, and worldwide grooves into extra time.
Plus, businesses throughout the Orange Loop are joining the action with their own specials and match-day energy.
Think global, party local!
Sponsored by North to Shore
Outside Lines
Arts Foundation is hosting free community meetups to convene artists, neighbors, collaborators, and the curious at rotating locations in Atlantic City. Not focused exclusively on happy hours or networking, these meetups are intended as informal and inclusive spaces to spark connection and conversation IRL. It’s Outside Lines and it’s happening in 2026.
✏️ Save the dates:
Aug 28 Fisherman’s Park, 308 N. Rhode Island Avenue, 4–6 pm
Nov 12 🍫 Bar 32, 121 S. Tennessee Avenue, 6–8 pm
48 Blocks Festival: Right on Time! ⏳
48 Blocks Festival is back...RIGHT ON TIME! ⏳🦜
Creativity, culture, and community collide at this fully-loaded festival on Saturday, September 19, 2026 at 🌳 Uptown & Fisherman's Parks in the Atlantic City Inlet.
One day. One place. 🚏 This free, family-friendly celebration of everything Atlantic City 🌊 features two stages of local live music 🎼 and programming, large-scale art installations, 🎨 art activities and demonstrations, a marketplace of exhibiting artists and 🛍️ vendors, community resources, and food 🥡 vendors from all 48 blocks.
🗓 September 19, 2026
⏰ 12 pm–8 pm
📍 Uptown & Fisherman's Parks
🎟 Free & All Are Welcome
✍️ Applications to participate as an artist, performer, workshop leader, or vendor open May 22, 2026 at acartsfoundation.org/apply
🎨 Festival Art by Dave Jones / @dustywhaleart
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Outside Lines 🍫
Arts Foundation is hosting free community meetups to convene artists, neighbors, collaborators, and the curious at rotating locations in Atlantic City. Not focused exclusively on happy hours or networking, these meetups are intended as informal and inclusive spaces to spark connection and conversation IRL. It’s Outside Lines and it’s happening in 2026.
✏️ Save the dates:
Nov 12 🍫 Bar 32, 121 S. Tennessee Avenue, 6–8 pm
Free Mural Tours: National Mural Day with Midtown CDC
June 27 is National Mural Day, and we are ready to celebrate all weekend long!
Join the Atlantic City Arts Foundation for free mural tours in partnership with Inlet CDC (on June 27) & Midtown CDC (on June 28). Led by our seasoned mural docents, you’ll learn about the art, artists, and history of Atlantic City while cruising in a Jitney.
Culture Fest on Kentucky Ave
Hosted by Midtown CDC
Kentucky & Atlantic Aves.
Tours depart at 3, 4, & 5 pm
Free Mural Tours: National Mural Day with Inlet CDC
June 27 is National Mural Day, and we are ready to celebrate all weekend long!
Join the Atlantic City Arts Foundation for free mural tours in partnership with Inlet CDC (on June 27) & Midtown CDC (on June 28). Led by our seasoned mural docents, you’ll learn about the art, artists, and history of Atlantic City while cruising in a Jitney.
Community Cleanup Summer Kickoff - June 27
Hosted by Inlet CDC
Fisherman’s Park
Tours depart at 11 am & 12 pm
Culture Fest on Kentucky Ave - June 28
Hosted by Midtown CDC
Kentucky & Atlantic Aves.
Tours depart at 3, 4, & 5 pm
Virtual 48 Blocks Festival Artist Application Info Session
Google Meet Video call link: https://meet.google.com/kfb-nrib-whg
Virtual 48 Blocks Festival Artist Application Info Session
Google Meet Video call link: https://meet.google.com/apw-ijzm-qat
Outside Lines 🎨
48 Blocks Application Info Session during Outside Lines on June 5, 2026, 2–4 pm at the Noyes Arts Garage of Stockton University.
Ducktown Madonnari Chalk Art Festival
DUCKTOWN MADONNARI CHALK ART FESTIVAL IS A FREE EVENT WITH TALENTED LOCAL & REGIONAL ARTISTS, YOUTH AND COMMUNITY ZONES, LIVE MUSIC, AND FOOD
We are excited to invite everyone to the first official Ducktown Madonnari Chalk Art Festival on Saturday May 23rd at Tanger Outlets in Atlantic City. The festival is hosted by Ducktown Community Development Corporation and partnered with North To Shore and Tanger Atlantic City.
This event is inspired by the original Madonnari festivals of Italy, and the many world-renowned festivals throughout the United States. The Ducktown Madonnari aims to be a vibrant, outdoor gallery of city sidewalks and plazas that will be transformed into vivid chalk masterpieces by talented local and regional street artists, right before our eyes.
Beyond art, the festival will offer music, food, interactive community engagement activities, and a Youth and Community Art Zone (brought to you by the Atlantic City Arts Foundation).
Learn more at acducktown.com.
48 Blocks Festival Applications Open
Applications to participate in the festival will be open May 22, 2026 through July 5, 2026.
Reed’s Organic Farm Art Show
Join Reed’s Organic Farm for a vibrant evening celebrating the work of local artists in collaboration with the AC Arts Foundation and the students from the Atlantic County Special Services School! This curated show brings together a diverse group of creatives, each presenting original pieces across a range of styles and mediums.
TICKETS:
$20 purchased in advance; $25 at the door
Spend the evening exploring the artwork, meeting the artists behind it, and getting a closer look at the stories and ideas shaping their work. Whether you’re an avid collector or just looking to experience something new, this is a chance to connect with the local art scene in a welcoming, relaxed setting.
Hors d’oeuvres highlighting Reed's produce can be enjoyed and a cash bar with wine and craft cocktails by Mission Rum will be available. Guests can also take part in a raffle to win a unique piece from one of the artists!
Come for the art, stay for the conversation, and enjoy a night centered around creativity and supporting the community!
Artists
Jon Baker
Annaliese Giunta
Sally Erskine
Gary Lindley
Charles Barbin
Randi Barbin
**Terms and Conditions **
Please note that tickets are nonrefundable and nontransferable. Tickets are $20 purchased advanced, $25 at the door. This event benefits the Atlantic County Special Services School District art program.
48 Blocks Festival Art 2026 Application
Introduction
The Atlantic City Arts Foundation is hosting our annual 48 Blocks Festival on September 19, 2026, and we are seeking a New Jersey-based artist to create the Official Festival Artwork.
48 Blocks Festival is a fully-loaded festival, complete with two stages of local live music and programming, large-scale art installations, a full schedule of 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.
Applications for participation in the festival will open on May 22, 2026!
Timeline
Submission window opens: March 10, 2026
Deadline to submit: March 24, 2026 at 5 pm EST
Artist selection: April 3, 2026
Design process: April 5–April 28, 2026, the selected artist will collaborate with ACAF team on the timeline and deliverables.
Final design due: April 29, 2026
Questions? Contact Tina Notaro, Program Manager: tina@atlanticcityartsfoundation.org.
Outside Lines 🌈
Arts Foundation is hosting free community meetups to convene artists, neighbors, collaborators, and the curious at rotating locations in Atlantic City. Not focused exclusively on happy hours or networking, these meetups are intended as informal and inclusive spaces to spark connection and conversation IRL. It’s Outside Lines and it’s happening in 2026.
✏️ Save the dates:
March 2 🌈 Byrdcage, 3426 Atlantic Avenue, 4–6 pm
June 5 🎨 Arts Garage, 2200 Fairmount Avenue, 2–4 pm
Aug 28 Fisherman’s Park, 308 N. Rhode Island Avenue, 4–6 pm
Nov 12 🍫 Bar 32, 121 S. Tennessee Avenue, 6–8 pm
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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
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.
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
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.
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
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.
John Brancy and Peter Dugan Live at the 609 Club (Prudential North to Shore)
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!
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)!