ArtPrize Opening Celebration

Join us for an unforgettable evening as we kick off ArtPrize with a community celebration and we turn Pearl Street Bridge into a musical instrument!

Start the evening at Rosa Parks Circle with drinks, activities, and a few unexpected characters who will help lead the way as we head into the ArtPrize Opening Parade. Join the parade as we make our way through the city to the Pearl Street Bridge, where the celebration continues with music from an area DJ, drinks from the bar, and time to meet and mingle before experiencing a one-of-a-kind musical performance from William Close & the Earth Harp Collective.

Featuring the world’s longest stringed instrument stretched across the Pearl Street Bridge, Earth Harp transforms the space into an immersive experience of sound, connection, and wonder. The evening continues with fireworks over the Grand River, officially launching ArtPrize.

• 5:30 PM — Kickoff @ Rosa Parks Circle
• 7 PM — Parade leaves Rosa Parks Circle | March with us! Find the parade route on the ArtPrize map.
• 8:30 PM — Earth Harp @ Pearl Street Bridge | At the end of the parade route, enjoy music, drinks and time to gather before the performance.
• 9:30 PM — Fireworks

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Sponsored by:

William Close & the Earth Harp Collective Performance presented by T-Fiber