Free Mural Tours: National Mural Day with Inlet CDC
June 27 is National Mural Day, and we are ready to celebrate!
Join the Atlantic City Arts Foundation for free mural tours in partnership with Inlet CDC & Midtown CDC. 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
Hosted by Inlet CDC
Fisherman’s Park
Tours depart at 11 am & 12 pm
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 Midtown CDC
June 27 is National Mural Day, and we are ready to celebrate!
Join the Atlantic City Arts Foundation for free mural tours in partnership with Inlet CDC & Midtown CDC. 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
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
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.
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.
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.
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)!
Spring Arts Mixer at Anchor Rock Club *FREE* *ALL AGES WELCOME*
Join ACAF for our Spring Arts Mixer on National Mural Day at Anchor Rock Club!
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
✨ Sneak Peek at this Year's Mural Restorations
✨ All Ages, Free Admission, Cash Bar
Plus—stay after 7 pm for ARC's Vinyl Night (every Wednesday)!
This event is FREE & ALL ARE WELCOME. Please let us know you’re coming:
Winter Arts Mixer at Anchor Rock Club *FREE* *ALL AGES WELCOME*
Join ACAF for a mixer at Anchor Rock Club. We'll premiere the 100th Mural Doc and host a flash exhibition & shop. Everyone's invited!
Let's reconnect in 2025! 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.
Art Showcase & Sale
First Look at ACAF's 100th Mural Documentary
Surprise music video set
Free Admission, Cash Bar
Plus—learn what's in store for public arts in Atlantic City in 2025, and stay after 7 pm for ARC's Vinyl Night (every Wednesday)!
The event is FREE & ALL ARE WELCOME. Please let us know you’re coming:
RSVP: acafwintermixer.eventbrite.com
Atlantic City Art Foundation’s 100th Mural is made possible through the generous support of Presenting Sponsor ThriveAC Fund, with additional support from New Jersey Casino Reinvestment Development Authority, Midtown Community Development Corporation, the Casiello Philanthropic Foundation, and Kitten & Puff.
Dia de los Muertos Celebration at Noyes Arts Garage
This event is hosted by the Noyes Arts Garage. Atlantic City Arts Foundation will be tabling at the event. See you there!
MORE INFO: https://noyesmuseum.org/all-noyes-events/2024/11/1/dia-de-los-muertos-celebration
Join us for a 1st annual Dia de los Muertos celebration in Atlantic City of Dia De Los Muertos with El Pueblo Unido of Atlantic City and Organizacion Azteca.
This event is free and open to the public. There will be traditional and live music, folkloric dances, an altar contest and exhibit, artisanal crafts and activities, and refreshments.
📅 Friday, November 1
🕕️ 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.
📍 Noyes Arts Garage of Stockton University, 2200 Fairmount Ave, Atlantic City
101st Mural Unveiling Ceremony
Join us for a brief ceremony to unveil the 101st mural, open to the public.
101st Mural at Hot Bagels
Unveiling October 31st at 11 am
212 Pacific Avenue, Atlantic City, NJ
Artist: Sue Daly
Assisted By: Marcos Monteiro
Atlantic City Art Foundation’s 101st Mural is funded by Inlet CDC and the New Jersey Casino Reinvestment Development Authority.
100th Mural Community Celebration Honoring Hispanic Heritage Month!
Join us to unveil Atlantic City Arts Foundation's Milestone 100th Mural!
Meet the muralist, Manuela Guillén, and the installation team John Morris, Charles Barbin, Randi Barbin, Lou Hemler, Linda Fernandez, & Sammy Kovnat, and participate in interactive art activities from 4–5 pm (youth friendly!)
Enjoy a complimentary buffet and soft drinks. Each 21+ guest will also receive 1 free drink ticket; additional drinks will be available at happy hour prices.
The event is FREE & ALL ARE WELCOME. Please let us know you’re coming:
RSVP: 100thmuralevent.eventbrite.com
Agenda
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM - Youth Activity Hour
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM - Welcome & Remarks
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM - Mural Mixer
Atlantic City Art Foundation’s 100th Mural is made possible through the generous support of Presenting Sponsor ThriveAC Fund, with additional support from New Jersey Casino Reinvestment Development Authority, Midtown Community Development Corporation, the Casiello Philanthropic Foundation, and Kitten & Puff. The 100th Mural event celebration is held in partnership with Cardinal and promotional support from El Pueblo Unido Atlantic City.