People's Gallery 2026 Opening Reception
Join Austin’s creative community for the 19th People’s Gallery Opening Reception at Austin City Hall on Friday, October 2, 2026, from 6–9 p.m.
Presented by Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment's (ACME) Art in Public Places, the People’s Gallery 2026 exhibition showcases the work of over 100 talented local artists from across the Greater Austin area. Guests will experience an inspiring collection of paintings, sculptures, drawings, and other works of art throughout the iconic spaces of Austin City Hall.
The free opening reception will feature keynote remarks, live music, light refreshments, and an opportunity to meet participating artists, city leaders, and members of Austin’s arts community. Keynote remarks begin at 6:30 p.m.
Event Details
Friday, October 2, 2026
6–9 p.m. | Keynote remarks begin at 6:30 p.m.
Austin City Hall
301 W. 2nd Street, Austin, TX
Admission is free and open to the public. RSVP Recommended
Parking & Accessibility
Limited paid parking is available in the City Hall garage. Visitors are encouraged to walk, bike, and use public transportation.
For accessibility accommodations or reasonable modifications, please contact the City of Austin by emailing peoplesgallery@austintexas.gov.
Cast Your Vote for the People’s Choice
Starting with the opening reception, visitors can vote for their favorite artwork in the exhibition. The artwork receiving the most votes will be considered for purchase and addition to the City of Austin’s permanent art collection as the People’s Choice.
Voting will be available from October 2, 2026, through October 1, 2027.
About the People’s Gallery
Held every two years, the People’s Gallery showcases the diverse work of regional artists while highlighting the unique architecture and dynamic public spaces of Austin City Hall. For the 2026 exhibition, artists were selected by a panel of arts professionals, including Georgina Treviño, Nina Q. Ho, and Moyosore Okediji. We also welcome artists from Imagine Art and Artly World, highlighting the impact of art on our community.
The exhibition will remain on display at Austin City Hall through May 26, 2028.
For more information, visit www.austintexas.gov/aipp
October 2, 2026