Artzilla – Live Painting in 2026 Festival
For two decades, Artzilla has brought the creative process to life during Arts in the Heart of Augusta. What began in 2006 as ART45, a small group of local artists gathering to pai
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Literary Lounge 2026
Welcome, readers, to the 2026 Literary Lounge at Arts in the Heart! Presented by the Authors Club of Augusta to celebrate the art of the written word, the Literary Lounge features
Presenting the 2026 Emerging Local Artists Alley!
We’re excited to officially introduce the Emerging Local Artists Alley (ELAA) at the Arts in the Heart of Augusta Festival! After a successful trial run at last year’s festival
Wild Water: Art Installations in the Family Area
The Family Area at this year’s Arts in the Heart of Augusta Festival will come alive with color through a collection of whimsical fiber and arts installations created by local ar
Call for Emerging Artists!
What is the Emerging Local Artists Alley (ELAA)?This is an area of the festival for local, emerging creatives who are members of the Greater Augusta Arts Council, managed by our pa
Arts in the Heart of Augusta Announces New Festival Location for 2026
Festival to Be Held September 18-20 at the Augusta Exchange Club Fairgrounds The Greater Augusta Arts Council is excited to announce that the 2026 Arts in the Heart of Augusta Fes
Volunteer at Arts in the Heart!
For more than four decades, the Arts in the Heart of Augusta Festival has brought the community together to celebrate the rich diversity, creativity, and culture that make Augusta
Fiber Art Installations Back at Arts in the Heart
Yarn isn’t just for scarves anymore, it’s become a bold medium for large-scale art. Known as yarn bombing or fiber installations, these colorful creations transform everyday
Local Artists Alley Presented by the Boll Weevil and 4P Studios
This year has been a challenge on many levels. From power access to layout, but we are working hard to make this year’s festival the best It can be! One of the better outcome
Looking for some Augusta fun? Look for the Hype Team at Arts in the Heart!
Meet the Hype Team at Arts in the Heart: Your Go-To Crew for All Things Augusta! As you stroll through the vibrant streets of downtown Augusta during this year’s Arts in the Hea
Authors Club of Augusta takes on Arts in the Heart’s Literary Lounge!
The Authors Club of Augusta, founded in 1928, is one of the oldest cultural organizations in the CSRA. For nearly a century, it has been a cornerstone of the region’s literary l
K-Drummers Celebrate Cultural Collaboration with a Bold Performance!
Back by popular demand, the K Drum Team of the Korea Center of Greenville, South Carolina will make their third appearance on the Family Stage at Arts in the He
Meet the Fall 2025 Festival Intern, Hannah!
As a senior at Augusta University, I’ve been given the exciting opportunity to intern with the Greater Augusta Arts Council for Fall 2025. With my first month nearly complete, I
Artzilla on 8th Street!
This year, the Artzillards are on 8th Street. Join us in celebrating 10 local artists live creating during Augusta’s biggest Arts and Culture Celebration of the Year. Find Jo
Market Artist Highlight: Tiphiknee DeHerrera – Booth #556
Some artists find their calling later in life, but for Tiphiknee, the spark appeared early, long before she could have imagined where it would lead. Her work today, filled with sur
Musical Theatre Workshops Celebrating 15 Years of Festival Fun!
On the Family Stage at this year’s Arts in the Heart of Augusta Festival, we celebrate 15 years of theatre fun with Musical Theatre Workshops! For the past 1.5 decades, the s
Schrodinger’s Cat Improv on the Family Stage!
Schrödinger’s Cat is Augusta’s own long-running improv comedy troupe, delighting audiences for the past 18 years with monthly performances at Le Chat Noir. Known for their qui
New Story Time Tent Feature in the Family Area!
Meet the CSRA Based Authors Featured in the Family Area’s NEW Story Time Tent! What is the Story Time Tent? This NEW feature to the Family Area at the Arts in the Heart of
Soul Asylum at Arts in the Heart!!
Soul Asylum to Perform at Arts in the Heart of Augusta Festival Arts in the Heart of Augusta will be rocking this Fall with Grammy winning band Soul Asylum on the Global Stage Satu
CSRA Children’s Author Story Time Tent Application OPEN
Calling all CSRA Children’s Authors! This year, the Greater Augusta Arts Council and the City of Augusta host the annual Arts in the Heart of Augusta Festival from Friday, Se