Celebrate the Arts returns August 15

A community showcase of Plano’s musicians, dancers, actors, and visual artists.

Saturday, August 15, 2026

  • Children’s Matinee: 2:30 p.m.

  • Evening Showcase: 7:oo p.m.

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A personal invitation to Celebrate the Arts on August 15th!

How Celebrate the Arts Began

Cindi Lawrence Hanson,
Artistic Director of Plano Metropolitan Ballet

What began as a vision to bring music, theater, dance, and visual arts together in one performance has grown into a community-wide celebration.

Hear Cindi share the story behind the event—and why August 15 is a day not to miss.

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Celebrate the Arts returns to the Courtyard Theater on August 15 for a full day of performances, exhibitions, and community celebration.

The day begins with a 2:30 p.m. Children’s Matinee featuring family-friendly performances, interactive arts experiences, a musical instrument “Petting Zoo,” and make-and-take art activities.

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The celebration continues with a 7:00 p.m. Evening Showcase, followed by an afterparty with music, wine, snacks, and a chance to meet the performers.

Evening Tickets

Plano’s arts community, all in one celebration!

Celebrate the Arts is made possible by a wide range of participating organizations from across Plano’s creative community. Together, they represent music, dance, theater, visual art, and family-friendly arts experiences, helping bring the full spirit and scope of this annual celebration to life.

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CAP Member Organizations

Experience the Arts in Plano

Explore our diverse member organizations that make our city a hub for creativity—each with its own unique vision, talent, and performances. Click through to their websites to discover local theater productions, stunning visual arts, inspiring music, and more. Whether you're a lifelong arts enthusiast or just looking for something new, there's something for everyone to enjoy!

Collaborative Arts of Plano: Connect, create, celebrate.

Building a Thriving Arts Community

Collaborative Arts of Plano (CAP) brings together a diverse network of arts organizations, artists, and cultural leaders to strengthen and promote the arts in our city. By fostering collaboration, CAP supports its members in developing engaging performances, exhibitions, and educational programs that enrich Plano’s cultural landscape.

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Explore the Arts in Plano

CAP welcomes residents and visitors to experience Plano’s incredible variety of performing arts that include music, theater and dance. Plus, a wide array of visual art exhibits are continuously available throughout the city. CAP’s member organizations and their individual members stand ready to showcase their artistry for residents and visitors to explore.

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A Hub for Connection and Growth

As a member-driven organization, CAP provides a platform for arts groups to share resources, exchange best practices, and work together on impactful projects. Whether through joint performances, community events, or advocacy efforts, we empower our members to grow and reach wider audiences.

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Our Mission

To establish Plano as a dynamic, inclusive arts destination where creativity flourishes.

City of Plano Arts Directory

If you have a passion for art, dance, theater, or music, make sure you don’t miss any upcoming exhibition, performance or concert. These resources will help keep you up to date on what’s happening in Plano.

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    City of Plano Events and Shows

    Browse the City of Plano’s event calendar for upcoming performances, exhibitions, and cultural events.

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Arts, music, dance, or theater–Plano has it all!

Plano's vibrant arts scene offers a rich tapestry of experiences, from captivating performances and inspiring exhibitions to engaging educational programs. These images showcase the diverse talent and cultural vitality that make our city a hub for creativity and artistic expression.

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