United Supermarkets is proud to present the 45^TH Annual Lubbock Arts Festival, which will be held at the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center, 1501 Mac Davis Lane. This two-day celebration – from April 15-16, 2023 – is West Texas’ largest fine arts and crafts event and was recognized as the “Best In Texas” by the Texas Festivals & Events Association in 2021 and 2022. To celebrate the 45^th anniversary of the event, this year’s theme inspired by music is “The Beat Goes On.”

The Lubbock Arts Festival will feature special art exhibits with a musical theme, “World Music Stage,” and two concerts – Maines Brothers Band and Pablo Aslan & Texas Tech Tango Orchestra. Over 100 visual artists from across the United States, will be displaying and selling original paintings, drawings, pottery, fiber, leather, jewelry, glass, woodworking, and sculptures. A juried gallery of professional work will also be available for viewing, along with artist demos, artwork from local school children, and a Children’s Art Area with ART CARTS and 10 different “Kid Stops” offering free art-related activities.

All of this can be enjoyed for just $5 for adults, and children (12 and under) are admitted for free with an accompanying adult. Hours are Saturday, April 15th, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Sunday, April 16^th, 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at the door or online, in advance, at selectaseatlubbock.com, or via phone at 806-770-2000.