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Classes
The Cape Coral Art Center offers ongoing art classes year-round in 4 to 6 week sessions, designed for all ages with a strong focus on adult arts education. Taught by over 17 skilled local artists and instructors, these classes cover a wide variety of fine arts and crafts, including acrylic, watercolor, and oil painting; pottery, raku, and stone sculpture; silversmithing, jewelry making, precious metal clay, glass bead-making, glass fusing, wire wrapping, stained glass, copper enameling, and more. Children and teen classes are also available, with clay being a popular medium.
Classes are held on various days and times to accommodate different schedules and are available for intermediate to advanced skill levels. All studios are well-equipped, and supplies can be purchased on-site—with students receiving a 10% discount in the Art Supply Store. No membership is required, but registration is necessary to reserve a spot in each class.
For specific program times/dates, please see the schedule(s) below (Click on your class of choice to go directly to online registration):
Interactive Winter 1 Class Schedule - November 10 - December 20
Interactive Winter 2 Class Schedule - January 5 - February 14
Interactive Spring 1 Class Schedule - February 16 - March 28
Interactive Spring 2 Class Schedule - March 30 - May 9
Workshops
The Cape Coral Art Center also hosts single-day workshops, allowing students to explore a variety of mediums without committing to a multi-week course. All supplies are included, and the workshops are led by skilled instructors eager to share their expertise and guide participants in creating unique and seasonal projects.
December 2025 Express Workshop Schedule
Events
The Cape Coral Art Center hosts a variety of exciting events throughout the year, celebrating creativity and the local arts community. These events include Fine Craft Expo, Fall Into Spring Open House, the Annual Paint Along celebrating Parks and Recreation Month, Fall Into Art Open House, Merry & Bright Art Market and more offering opportunities for both emerging and established artists to showcase their work. Whether you're an art lover, a collector, or simply looking to experience something new, the Art Center's events provide something for everyone to enjoy and engage with.
Merry & Bright Art Market 2025
- Prospectus; Come be a part of our seasonal art market!
- Whether you're an artist showcasing your handcrafted creations, receiving is offered on Saturday, November 22, 9am-12pm and Monday, November 24, 9am-12pm.
- Join as a shopper on the hunt for the perfect gift for your loved ones this holiday season between November 25, 2025 through December 18, 2025.
Spring Into Art Open House 2026
- Visit Cape Coral Art Center and see what we are all about at our Open House event on Saturday, March 21, 2026.
Spring Into Art Open House Vendor Booth Registration Form
- Want to be a part of the Spring Into Art Open House at Cape Coral Art Center? We are looking for passionate art merchants and handmade goods vendors to showcase and sell their work! Whether you specialize in paintings, prints, jewelry, pottery, or artisan crafts, this is a great opportunity to connect with the community! Limited spots available! Email artcenter@capecoral.gov for more information! Registration forms can be emailed or dropped off in person at Cape Coral Art Center, 4533 Coronado Parkway, Cape Coral, FL 33904
Like the City of Cape Coral Parks and Recreation Facebook page to get more information and updates on upcoming events, demonstrations & workshops!
Galleries & Exhibitions
The Art Center is home to two gallery exhibition spaces, the Main Gallery and the Side Gallery, which feature exhibits throughout the year. Admission into both gallery spaces is FREE and open to the public! Each exhibition features solo, curated, open calls to artists and traveling exhibits.
2025-2026 Gallery Exhibition Overview
Are you a local artist? Get involved by entering your artwork into one of our open-call-themed exhibitions! Open calls are wonderful opportunities to explore your medium and creativity more freely. Find upcoming reception exhibition and prospectus information on the City of Cape Coral, Parks & Recreation Facebook page or by clicking the links below:
- The Witching Hour 4: Cryptids
- Open October 3 – October 30, 2025
- Enjoy food, drinks, and community at our exhibition reception on October 10, from 5-7pm.
- In this years deviation "The Witching Hour" takes you into the mysterious world of cryptids, featuring artwork that explores legendary creatures and unexplained mysteries like Big Foot, Mothman, and Loch Ness Monster.
- Artist Among Us
- Open October 3- November 20
- Enjoy food, drinks, and community at our exhibition reception on October 10, from 5-7pm.
- Did you know our staff members are artists too? Enjoy another installment of artwork made by Art Center employees.
- Liminal by Xavier Brignoni
- Open November 7 - December 18
- Enjoy food, drinks, and community at our exhibition reception on November 14, from 5-7pm.
- In this solo exhibition, Xavier Brignoni uses found objects and various painting mediums to explore transitional moments, inviting viewers to reflect on the unnoticed spaces of change, identity, and memory through abstract and intentional work.
- Strangescapes by David Acevedo
- Open January 2 - 29, 2026 in the Main Gallery
- Enjoy food, drinks, and community at our exhibition reception on Friday, January 9, 5-7pm
- In this solo exhibition, "Strangescapes" presents imaginary worlds painted by artist David Acevedo, each piece telling stories of personal experiences and memories.
- Outside the Lines
- Open January 2 - 29, 2026 in the Side Gallery
- Enjoy food, drinks, and community at our exhibition reception on Friday, January 9, 5-7pm
- This exhibit showcases artists and members of our nonprofit partner, the Fort Myers Beach Art Association and Gallery in a judged and juried exhibition.
- Expressions
- Open February 6 - 26, 2026
- Enjoy food, drinks, and community at our exhibition reception on Friday, February 13, 5-7pm
- Expressions showcases work from members of our nonprofit partner, the Southwest Florida Fine Craft Guild.
- Portraits in Time
- Open February 6 - 26, 2026 in the Side Gallery
- Enjoy food, drinks, and community at our exhibition reception on Friday, February 13, 5-7pm
- In this juried open call exhibition, we celebrate the timeless art of portraiture through a diverse range of mediums.
- Inspire
- Open March 6 - 26, 2026 in the Side Gallery
- Enjoy food, drinks, and community at our exhibition reception on Friday, March 13, 5-7pm
- An annual exhibit showcasing artwork from Cape Coral Art Center instructors.
- Art Focus
- Open March 6 - 26, 2026 in the Main Gallery
- Enjoy food, drinks, and community at our exhibition reception on Friday, March 13, 5-7pm
- The Art Focus annual exhibit showcases the work of fine arts students at the Cape Coral Art Center.
- Emerging Voices
- Open April 3 - 23, 2026 in the Main Gallery
- Enjoy food, drinks, and community at our exhibition reception on Friday, April 10, 5-7pm
- This curated exhibition celebrates the vibrant and diverse talent of local university artists, offering a glimpse into the creative minds shaping the future of art and culture.
- The Third Dimension
- Open April 3 - 23, 2026 in the Side Gallery
- Enjoy food, drinks, and community at our exhibition reception on Friday, April 10, 5-7pm
- This juried open call exhibition invites artists to explore the beauty of space, form, and our physical world through 3-D works in a variety of mediums.
The Art Center invites submissions from established, emerging, and aspiring artists for opportunities to exhibit in our gallery spaces for solo, collaborative, and group exhibitions. Artists must have a strong, cohesive body of work ready for exhibition. Submit your proposal today to be considered for upcoming shows in both of our dynamic gallery spaces!
Gallery Application for Inquiring Artists
Creativity Camp
Discover the Joy of Art this Summer at Creativity Camp!
Creativity Camp invites children ages 7 to 13 to explore a vibrant world of color, imagination, and hands-on artistic expression. Each week features a unique theme that sparks creativity and introduces campers to a variety of exciting art techniques and mediums in a safe, educational, and fun environment.
Campers will explore a variety of artistic materials and techniques, from air-dry clay and mixed media to painting, drawing, and colored pencil work, encouraging creativity and hands-on learning.
Each week feature’s themes ranging from artist spotlights and pop culture to STEM inspired art and beyond. Keeping every session fresh, exciting, and full of discovery.
At the end of each week, campers showcase their masterpieces in a special gallery event, sharing their accomplishments with friends and family.
All art supplies are provided, campers just need to bring lunch, a water bottle, and their imagination!
Scholarship space is available! Be sure to complete and return the application form by the due date for a chance to be awarded a scholarship from our community partner, the Southwest Florida Fine Craft Guild.