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2533 Columbus Street, New Orleans , Louisiana, 70117
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May 5, 2026: 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Description
On Tuesday, May 5, KID smART will host its annual BEST FEST—an end-of-school-year celebration featuring joyful art experiences led by KID smART Teaching Artists, interactive workshops, a student art showcase, book giveaways & live performances!
BEST FEST features arts activities, interactive workshops and live performances for children and
families to enjoy for free. This year’s event will take place on Give NOLA Day at the newly
opened KID smART Center for Arts Education at [2533 Columbus St.], from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30
p.m. The event kicks off with live music from Duo Louisiane, featuring Glenn Hartman and
Washboard Chaz, and will feature a performance from students from ISL Westbank. The young
artist exhibit celebrates art made by students aged 6–18.
The presenting sponsor of this year’s BEST FEST is Ochsner Health with supporting sponsorship
from The Sunstone Project. For more information about BEST FEST, visit kidsmart.org/best-fest.
This event is FREE and includes activities for the whole family.
To engage children and educators in dynamic, creative, and relevant learning through the arts!
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Created:
March 25, 2026, 6:43 p.m. -
Published:
March 31, 2026, 5:59 p.m.