Arts Council of Wayne County

28/10/2026

Join us this Saturday, October 31st, from 10 AM to 3 PM for Aycock Birthplace’s Fall Festival 🍂🍁 There will be craft and food vendors, pumpkin painting, and other Fall activities for the entire family! Admission is $5.00 (plus tax) for adults aged 18 and above.

28/10/2026

The Arts Council of Wayne County will be closed on Thursday October 29 2026, due to a private event.

We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. We look forward to welcoming you back during our regular hours of operation on Friday!

For more information about our Costume Gala visit: https://artsinwayne.app.neoncrm.com/nx/portal/neonevents/events?path=%2Fportal%2Fevents%2F54446

27/10/2026

Fall Watercolor Course: Week two Recap!

Week two of our Fall Watercolor Course with instructor Pamela Shearer! It was wonderful to see each artist’s unique style shine through as they completed their first watercolor paintings and continued growing their artistic confidence!

Looking forward to the next three weeks of class!

27/10/2026

IT’S GALA WEEK! Join Us for an Unforgettable Night!

The Arts Council of Wayne County’s First Annual Costume Gala is happening this week! Join us at the Goldsboro Event Center for an evening celebrating art, creativity, entertainment, and community. Whether you choose to embrace the suggested Avant-Garde dress code or simply join us for the festivities, we invite you to be part of this special evening in support of the arts in Wayne County.

Throughout the evening, you’ll have the opportunity to:

Bid on original artwork during our live auction
Shop the silent auction featuring items donated by local businesses
Watch a talented artist create live throughout the evening
Enjoy live music, a DJ, and an open dance floor
Enjoy heavy hors d’oeuvres throughout the evening
Enter our Reverse Raffle
Compete for Best Wearable Art!

Our suggested dress code is Avant-Garde, where fashion meets art! Think bold, creative, and outside the box. While Avant-Garde attire is encouraged, it is not required. Everyone is welcome to join us for an evening celebrating the arts and our community!

October 29, 2026
6:00–10:00 PM
Goldsboro Event Center
1501 S. Slocumb St., Goldsboro, NC

Admission & More Details:
https://artsinwayne.app.neoncrm.com/nx/portal/neonevents/events?path=%2Fportal%2Fevents%2F54446

24/10/2026

North Carolina students ages 6 to 17 are invited to take part in the 2027 Aviation Art Contest hosted by the N.C. Department of Transportation Division of Aviation.

23/10/2026

Calling All Holiday Shoppers!

Kick off your holiday shopping at the opening of our Holiday Market! Sip and shop while browsing unique, handmade treasures from talented local artists and vendors.

Whether you’re searching for the perfect gift for someone special or treating yourself to something festive, you’ll find plenty of one-of-a-kind finds while supporting local artists and small businesses this holiday season.

Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026
Time: 12:00 -6:00 pm
Location: Arts Council of Wayne County
139 W Walnut St. Goldsboro, NC 27530
Cost: FREE, donations accepted

Holiday Market November 14 - December 24, 2026.

Shop local, sip, and celebrate the season with us! We can’t wait to see you here!

23/10/2026

One week Until the Arts Council of Wayne County’s Annual Costume Gala!

In just one week, we’ll be gathering at the Goldsboro Event Center for the Arts Council of Wayne County’s First Annual Costume Gala! Get ready for an unforgettable evening of creativity, entertainment, and community.

We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to our sponsors, supporters, and community partners who have helped make this event possible. We truly appreciate the generosity and support of our community as we work to keep the arts accessible to everyone in Wayne County. A special thank you to:

Bob and Charlotte Campball
PDM Mitch Ivey
Selena Worrell - Worrell Contraction
Suzie Acree - Literacy Connections
W**e and Design
Well Travelled B**r
Paramount Theatre
The Epsilon Phi Omega chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc
Margaret and Phil Baddour
DJ Venom
HB Ray

Additional Sponsors to Be Announced Soon!

October 29, 2026
6:00–10:00 PM
Goldsboro Event Center
1501 S. Slocumb St., Goldsboro, NC

Admission & More Details:
https://artsinwayne.app.neoncrm.com/nx/portal/neonevents/events?path=%2Fportal%2Fevents%2F54446

Discovering creativity, fostering artistic expression, and building vibrant communities in Wayne County, NC.

22/10/2026

Join us Saturday, October 31st, from 10 AM to 3 PM for Aycock Birthplace’s Fall Festival 🍂🍁 There will be craft and food vendors, pumpkin painting, and other Fall activities for the entire family! Admission is $5.00 (plus tax) for adults aged 18 and above.

21/10/2026

Lou Ann Bryan Smith Youth Gallery Opening Reception!

Join us as we proudly welcome the talented young artists of Wayne School of Technical Arts, guided by their art teacher, Mrs. C. Sullivan!

This exhibition will open alongside our main gallery’s Mystery Masterpieces Show. Come out and enjoy an evening celebrating creativity and artistic expression as you explore both galleries and experience the wonderful artwork on display.

Date: November 6, 2026
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Location: Arts Council of Wayne County
139 W Walnut St. Goldsboro, NC 27530
Cost: FREE