ArtBeat 2022 Festival

Join us for ArtBeat 2022 Festival – Saturday, July 16th! 

The Somerville Arts Council’s annual multicultural arts festival showcases the City’s diverse and vibrant arts communities and attracts ten thousand visitors to Davis Square. Presented by the Somerville Arts Council (SAC) and Mayor Katjana Ballantyne, ArtBeat has reached its 36th year and features an eclectic mix of music, dance, theater, food, performance, and interactive activities.

This year’s ArtBeat theme: Rise

Things are looking up, lifting—rising. At this year’s ArtBeat Festival we invite artists of all kinds and community members to interpret the “rise” theme in myriad ways. Literally, let’s think about what’s above us—the sky, stars, trees, cranes, birds, and buildings. And figuratively, how might “rise” resonate? What’s beyond us, what’s within reach? What trends and stats are rising in Somerville? How might we rise to further our dreams and goals, and rise up to fight inequality? Whether it’s dancers leaping upwards, singers hitting high notes, a sculptor crafting a lofty installation, or a community group calling for social change and a rising up—we can’t wait to see your interpretations of this theme. It’s time to RISE Somerville!

When: Saturday, July 16th 11:00am – 10:00pm (Rain Date: Sunday, July 17th)

Where: Davis Sq, Somerville, MA 02144, United States

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