Free event brings together visual and performing artists, hands-on experiences, plus food, fun for all
Garland, TX — Downtown Garland will come alive with creativity on Saturday, March 28, 2026, when Art Made Here returns for a free spring arts festival on the Downtown Garland Square from 2 to 8 p.m.
Art Made Here is a vibrant celebration of Garland’s creative spirit, bringing together visual and performing artists, hands-on experiences, and entertainment designed to make art appreciation and education accessible for all ages.
Highlights & Activities
From drum beats to dance showcases and chalk art to cowboy hats, a movie showing, and free film digitizing, Art Made Here brings Downtown Garland to life. Families can explore and participate in a variety of activities and experiences throughout the afternoon and evening, including:
- Art Fair – Shop artwork and handmade goods from local artists and anime artists, with a range of disciplines like painting, photography, ceramics, and more.
- Garland ISD Make & Take – A variety of arts and crafts activities for all ages, hosted by Garland ISD Fine Arts.
- Cowboy Hat Decorating Station – Kids can decorate a cowboy hat (hats provided) and take home a one-of-a-kind keepsake.
- Silhouette Artist – A hand-cut silhouette portrait experience that creates a classic take-home keepsake.
- Henna Tattoos – Temporary henna body art with a variety of design options.
- Chalk Artists – Live chalk art featuring larger-than-life cowboy hat designs created in real time.
- Dance and Performance Showcases – Enjoy hip-hop, hula, a DJ and more.
- Dumpster Beautification (Live Painting) – Watch local artists turn everyday dumpsters into bold, vibrant public art during a live painting experience.
- Downtown Garland’s Tiny Hat Hunt – Follow clues to discover tiny brass hats hidden throughout downtown businesses and hotspots, celebrating Garland’s official designation as the Cowboy Hat Capital of Texas.
- Movie Screening: “The Mitchells vs. the Machines” – A family screening at the Plaza Theatre (film begins at 2 p.m.).
- Film Digitizing (Texas Film Round-Up) – Bring old home movies/videotapes to the Plaza Theatre from 4–8 p.m. for free digitization and enjoy archival Garland footage.
- Restaurants & Food Trucks – Dine on the Square: try a new restaurant, visit an old favorite, or experience a unique line up of food vendors.
- Texas Film Round-up – Free film digitizing from 4-8 p.m. at the Plaza Theater.
Event details
Art Made Here
Saturday, March 28, 2026 | 2–8 p.m.
Downtown Garland Square
Free admission
www.visitgarlandtx.com/art-made-here
