The calendar below features upcoming Arts Commission deadlines, events, information sessions and workshop opportunities. Times, dates and event details may be subject to change. For more information, please email info@azarts.gov.

 

Oct
13
Wed
Due Date: Research & Development Grant, Stage 2 application
Oct 13 @ 11:59 pm – 11:59 pm
Nov
19
Fri
Panel Review: Research & Development Grants
Nov 19 @ 11:30 am – 6:30 pm
Jun
15
Wed
Info Session: R&D Grants for Artists
Jun 15 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Join Artist Programs Manager Kesha Bruce for an online information session about the Research & Development (R&D) Grant for artists.This session will provide an overview of the 2023 Research & Development Grant application, eligibility requirements, and review process.

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Jun
25
Sat
Info Session: R&D Grants for Artists
Jun 25 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Join Artist Programs Manager Kesha Bruce for an online information session about the Research & Development (R&D) Grant for artists.This session will provide an overview of the 2023 Research & Development Grant application, eligibility requirements, and review process.

REGISTER

Jul
21
Thu
Due Date: AZ Youth Arts Council Application
Jul 21 – Jul 22 all-day
Nov
18
Fri
Panel Review: Research & Development Grants
Nov 18 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Feb
7
Tue
The Intersection of Fashion, Art and Business!
Feb 7 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Join us for a discussion focused on helping artists and other creatives better understand the connections between fine art, fashion and design. Panelists will share practical advice and strategies creative entrepreneurs need to succeed within the industry. Panelists will also highlight the specific opportunities, resources and funding currently available to Arizona artists.

Fashion Futures is hosted by StylePHX and One Million Entrepreneurs in partnership with the Arizona Commission on the Arts as part of the Artist Investment Program.

You can join the conversation in person or join our livestream from home. Click below to register:

JOIN US IN PERSON

Registration is free, but space is limited.

Mar
11
Sat
2023 Arizona Poetry Out Loud State Finals
Mar 11 @ 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm

On Saturday, March 11, nine exceptional young people will compete for the opportunity to represent the State of Arizona at the Poetry Out Loud National Finals in Washington, DC, and a shot at the grand prize: a $20,000 college scholarship.

Live Webcast

1:00 pm, Saturday, March 11, 2023

Visit https://poetry.arizona.edu/poetry-out-loud for more information.

Jul
20
Thu
Deadline: Research and Development Grant
Jul 20 @ 11:59 am – 11:59 am

The Research & Development Grant will not be offered in Fiscal Year 2025 (July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025) as the program undergoes planned periodic revision.

We are still offering Artist Opportunity Grants. Click here to learn more.

Research & Development (R&D) Grants provide funding support to Arizona artists as they work to advance their artistic practice, expand their creative horizons, and deepen the impact of their work.

 

Nov
16
Thu
Panel Review: Research & Development Grants
Nov 16 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Jan
22
Mon
Introduction to Creative Aging: Douglas
Jan 22 @ 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm

In January 2024, the Arizona Commission on the Arts will kick off its Sustaining Creative Aging in Southern Arizona initiative with a series of free introductory training sessions for aging or healthcare service organization staff, caregivers, volunteers, teaching artists, and arts organization administrators!

These sessions are offered free of charge, but registration is required. Click below to reserve your spot!

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Jan
24
Wed
Introduction to Creative Aging: Yuma
Jan 24 @ 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm

In January 2024, the Arizona Commission on the Arts will kick off its Sustaining Creative Aging in Southern Arizona initiative with a series of free introductory training sessions for aging or healthcare service organization staff, caregivers, volunteers, teaching artists, and arts organization administrators!

These sessions are offered free of charge, but registration is required. Click below to reserve your spot!

REGISTER