ArtBreak features an exhibition of over 2,500 juried 2-D and 3-D visual art pieces, literary writings and musical compositions throughout the Convention Center.
Third grade students from throughout Northwest Louisiana attend the ArtBreak THIRD GRADE DAYS to participate in multi-disciplinary arts activities taught by professional artists and enjoy a musical experience by The Stylamanders.
The ArtBreak Festival is a showcase of the PERFORMING ARTS PROGRAMS and outstanding student talents of more than 100 Caddo and Bossier Schools on three continuous stages. Performances include the Parish Honors Orchestras, Choirs, Bands, Guitar and individual school showcases.
ArtBreak is a proud partner in CELEBRATE EDUCATION with KTBS-3 Summer Reading Festival and the Very Special Arts Festival.
Admission is FREE and open to all ages. There is limited free parking surrounding the Shreveport Convention Center, however, ArtBreak provides a free "Yellow Bus Trolley" transporting festivalgoers from the Municipal Parking Lot to the Shreveport Convention Center.
Those who wish to park in the Shreveport Convention Center Parking Garage - recommended for convenience - located between Spring Street and Market Street at Caddo Street will pay $5.00 per car to park. The Shreveport Convention Center will provide concession booths with special "kid friendly" menus and pricing.
SCENES FROM THE 2009 ARTBREAK & 25TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION FEATURING A PERFORMANCE BY KENNY WAYNE SHEPHERD!!
