Artomatic Brings Free Art to Hyattsville

Artomatic will return to Hyattsville for its signature free-art event from Oct. 30 through Dec. 12, according to a news release.

The festival is expected to draw more than 1,000 artists and performers throughout the D.C., Maryland and Virginia area to showcase their talents for a six-week-long free exhibition that routinely attracts more than 75,000 visitors.

This year, the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission Department of Parks and Recreation welcomes Artomatic to Prince George’s County in a 90,000-square-foot space, located at 8100 Corporate Drive in Hyattsville, with a Halloween-themed opening weekend celebration.

Artomatic is known for transforming empty spaces into vibrant arts communities that are all free to visit. Everyone is invited to show art the non-juried festival and art is selected on a first-come, first-served basis.

In addition to creative art, Artomatic also features a plethora of performing art forms throughout the exhibition: live music, dance, spoken word, comedy, as well as professional development series and special events showcases.

“It is our pleasure to host such a renowned art experience in Prince George’s County that complements the numerous arts offerings of the county and the Department of Parks and Recreation,” said Ronnie Gathers, director of the M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation. “Artomatic will also help provide visibility for the thriving artists and art districts in the community, like the Hyattsville Arts District.”

For the latest information about the event, how to participate, and when to visit, subscribe to Artomatic by email or Facebook, or visit its website.