The LW210 logo next to the event logo for ArtWorks 2026 that features paint, instruments, music notes and other artistic elements

ArtWorks 2026 Festival

Location: Lincoln-Way East High School
Date: Saturday, March 14
Time: 10:00 AM–3:00 PM

A day of art for all ages!

You’re Invited

The public is cordially invited to spend the day listening to student musical groups, viewing art exhibits and demonstrations, and participating in hands-on art activities for all ages.

Concessions will be available in the cafeteria.

Admission is FREE!

All featured art and music is provided by area elementary, middle, junior high, and high school students.

Art Hands-On Workshops

  • 10:30 AM — Pinch Pots in Clay

  • 10:30 AM — String Painting

  • 11:00 AM — Scratch Art

  • 11:30 AM — Collage Activity

  • 12:00 PM — Oil Pastel Smudge Landscapes

  • 12:00 PM — Chalk Pastel Galaxy Art

  • 1:00 PM — Glow Pastel Drawing

  • 1:30 PM — Printmaking

  • 1:30 PM — Jewelry Copper Enameling

Performances

  • 10:45 AM — Lincoln-Way Youth Strings Orchestra

  • 11:15 AM — L‑Way Youth Strings Chamber Ensemble

  • 1:00 PM — L‑Way East Spring Play

  • 1:15 PM — L‑Way East Guitar Students

Professional Artists & Demonstrations

  • John Tylk — Oil Painting Demonstration

  • Ted Fuka — Pastel Demonstration

Student Art Exhibit

Location: Cafeteria
Hours: 10:00 AM–3:00 PM

An art exhibit of over 1,000 pieces of student artwork ranging from kindergarten through high school, from 31 area elementary, middle, junior high, and high schools.