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Date

Thursday, May 14, 2026 7:00PM

Name

Celebration of Alabama Arts

Description

Presented by the Alabama State Council on the Arts.

Thursday, May 14, 2026, at 7:00 p.m.
Festival Stage

The Celebration of Alabama Arts shines a spotlight on arts and creativity in Alabama and on individuals who make significant and impactful contributions to our state’s rich cultural landscape.

2026 Honorees

Eric Essix, guitarist, recording artist, photographer – Alabama Distinguished Artist Award

Scott Wright, musical artist – Jonnie Dee Riley Little Lifetime Achievement Award

Ralph Frohsin Jr., arts patron – Albert B. Head Legacy Award

Gary Waldrep, old-time musician, teaching artist – Alabama Folk Heritage Award

Debbie Bond, musician, teaching artist – Alabama Arts Impact Award

Gary Chapman, artist, professor emeritus – Alabama Arts Impact Award

George Culver, arts administrator, producer – Alabama Arts Impact Award

Notes

Seating is general admission, and tickets are complimentary.

Please select how many seats you'd like to reserve and click "Purchase" to finalize your reservation.

There is no fee or cost to reserve tickets online.