Arts Alive

Arts Alive is a free, all-ages community arts festival hosted by Free Arts NW in East Portland. The event brings together local artists, performers, youth, and families for a day of creative expression, live music and community connection. Past events have featured art vendors, food, hands-on activities, and live performances.

Free Arts NW provides arts experiences that empower underserved youth to find their creativity, passion, and voice. Through arts education, collaborative projects, and ongoing mentorship, Free Arts NW cultivates individual artistic exploration while strengthening youth participants’ connections to their community.