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Artsplosure's mission is 'art for all'. Artsplosure produces quality events that make the works of the region's most imaginative and celebrated artists accessible to the public, all in an effort to enrich our community and inspire increased appreciation for and participation in the visual and performing arts.

Our events touch lives and bring community together around art, music, spoken word, dance, and collaboration. Our non-profit art production organization does this through two art festivals. Artsplosure, the spring arts festival, is a juried art market held annually in May. And, WRAL First Night Raleigh is a community celebration of the ways in which art brings our community together as we ring in the New Year around the iconic acorn drop at midnight.

We focus on presenting art in a way that is accessible to all. We feature new and emerging artists and support youth and established artists while also promoting artists and talent based right here in North Carolina and beyond. Our events are truly an explosion of art. We are able to present our events free to public due to the generous support of individual donors, foundations, and corporate sponsors. Art for all guides all we do.

Thank you for your support!