Arsht Center announces ARTSLAUNCH2018

Save the date! The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County is pleased to announce the return of ARTSLAUNCH, a FREEannual celebration to kick off Miami's arts season and celebrate the Center's official box office opening, on Saturday, September 8*.

ARTSLAUNCH2018 events and family-friendly activities will include mini performances, interactive workshops, kids' activities, food and beverage vendors, live bands and DJs, walking tours and much more. Additional events and a detailed schedule for ARTSLAUNCH2018 will be announced soon.

Event Highlight: More than 50 of Miami's cultural organizations have participated in the event's popular Community Village in previous seasons. This year, the Center intends to double the number of participants. Registration is now open to new and returning participants who would like to showcase their arts and culture offerings for the upcoming 2018-2019 season. Click here to apply as an exhibitor in the ARTSLAUNCH2018 Community Village for free.

Starting at 10 a.m. on September 8, the Center's box office also officially opens, offering the first opportunity for the public to purchase tickets to a variety of performances included in the Arsht Center's 13th season. Tickets may also be purchased through the Arsht Center Box Office by calling (305) 949-6722, or online at www.arshtcenter.org (fees apply).

To view a video from ARTSLAUNCH, please click here. New updates on ARTSLAUNCH2018 can be found at www.arshtcenter.org/artslaunch.

ARTSLAUNCH2018 at the Arsht Center is presented by American Airlines with additional support from South Florida BMW Centers.

*If the event is cancelled due to inclement weather, it will be rescheduled for Saturday, September 22.

*All programs, artists, ticket prices, availability, dates and times are subject to change without notice. Visit www.arshtcenter.org for up-to-date information.

The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County is made possible by the public support of the Miami-Dade County Mayor and the Board of County Commissioners, the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade County Tourist Development Council and the City of Miami Omni Community Redevelopment Agency, as well as the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs and the Florida Council on Arts and Culture. The Adrienne Arsht Center also receives generous support from individuals, corporations and local, state and national foundations.