Weekend festival is about embracing the art of life!
PEMBROKE PINES, Fla. – The City of Pembroke Pines is pleased to present the 22nd Annual ArtFest in the Pines on Saturday and Sunday, March 14-15 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Charles F. Dodge City Center, 601 City Center Way.
Families, friends and artists are invited to immerse themselves in the family-friendly ultimate art festival experience and Embrace the Art of Life. The FREE, two-day festival includes artwork by local and national artists, food trucks, pop-up art on the plaza, family-friendly activities, live hands-on art demonstrations, a student art competition, a Family Fun Zone with kids’ art and games and workshops at The Frank Art Gallery for children and adults.
“In its 22nd year, ArtFest in the Pines is a beloved tradition that the City of Pembroke Pines looks forward to each year,” said Mayor Frank C. Ortis. “Art brings people together and this festival is a wonderful way for our vibrant and diverse community to come together and enjoy incredible food, lively music and family-friendly activities while celebrating the arts.”
The weekend’s entertainment and immersive activities include:
Musical Performances:
Saturday, March 14 –
o441 Revival: 11 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. (Jazz)
o Mary Washington Brooks Band: 1:15 to 2:30 p.m. (Blues)
oStella Fusion: 3:30 to 4:45 p.m. (Latin Fusion)
Sunday, March 15 –
oDixie Overdrive: 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. (Country)
oThe Nikki Kidd Band: 1:15 to 2:30 p.m. (Jazz/Blues/Funk/Top40)
oDr. K and the Co-Pays: 3:30 to 4:45 p.m. (Top 40)
Activities on the Plaza: pop-up sketch art and pattern design, live art demonstrations, face painting, printmaking, arts & crafts tent, an interactive mural and recreational activities
Workshops in the Lobby: Renaissance Performances, African Dance workshop, Starz Fashion Academy
Activities in the Lobby: a student art competition and Pooches in the Pines adoptions
Workshops at The Frank: Color theory and landscape painting for kids
Sponsors of the 22nd Annual ArtFest in the Pines include the Official Event Sponsor Baptist Health South Florida, Boyd-Panciera Family Funeral Care, Calvin, Giordano & Associates, Miami Herald, Sweet Tomatoes, Publix, Synalovski Associates, Terra, The Shops at Pembroke Gardens, Tropical Financial, John the Baker, Menchies, Waste Pro and WLRN.
Gourmet Truck Expo has sourced a variety of enticing bites that foodies and hungry tikes alike are sure to enjoy!
For more information about ArtFest, visit https://www.ppines.com/1240/
About the Charles F. Dodge Center
The mission of Charles F. Dodge City Center is to serve the community by offering a state-of-the-art facility with professional management and by hosting local events, conventions, trade shows, meetings and concerts generating significant economic impact for the City of Pembroke Pines as well as promoting education, entertainment and community pride in a fiscally responsible manner. In addition, the City Center will support and encourage actions and programs that enhance the desirability and attractiveness of Pembroke Pines to neighboring communities. The Charles F. Dodge City Center is located 601 City Center Way, Pembroke Pines, FL 33025. For more information visit ppines.com.
