Opening Reception 2026 Creative Power Showcase

Event Details

Join us for a night to celebrate the submitting artists and their work at the opening reception of the 2026 Creative Power Showcase. Cast your vote for the Audience Favorite award as you enjoy light refreshments and peruse three floors of artwork created by Wisconsin artists of all ages with disabilities. For each purchase, 70% is directed to the artist, and 30% supports our statewide arts programs for children and adults with disabilities. 

Friday, March 6, 2026 - 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Madison Youth Arts Center (MYArts)
1055 E Mifflin St, Madison, WI 53703

 

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if this event is accessible for me and my guests?

AFA is committed to accessibility. When you reserve your tickets through our online form, you will be prompted to inform us of any accommodations you or your guests may need. Below, we have outlined our accessibility considerations at the event. If you have any questions that are not answered here, please contact us at [email protected] or 608-241-2131.

The Creative Power Showcase will take place on three floors of the Madison Youth Arts Center (MYArts). MYArts is a wheelchair-accessible space with two centrally located elevators and easy drop-off locations via parking garage and outdoor entrances. 

When informing AFA about your or your guests accommodations in your ticket reservation form, please consider the following accommodations we will have available:

  • Sensory-Friendly Room: We will have a sensory-friendly room available for guests who may need a break from the event. Guests may watch the event livestream in the sensory-friendly room
  • Sensory Kits: Sensory kits are available for guests at MYArts and include over-the-ear headphones, sunglasses, and sensory fidgets. Please let us know if you would like to utilize one of these kits so that we can have it available for you at check-in.
  • Wellness Room: MYArts has a Wellness Room located on the third floor where guests can find a private space with a changing table, comfortable chair, adjustable lighting, sink, and paper towels. If you need a private space to cool down, talk, or breast feed, please ask an AFA staff member for help finding this space.
Where can I park?

MYArts has a paid parking garage accessible off of Ingersoll St. This garage has accessible parking spots. Parking is free for under 15 minutes, so if you are dropping off a guest who is using a mobility device, this may be a good place to coordinate drop off and pick up. For those who need accessible parking, you may park in the garage and show the front desk your accessible parking pass to receive a parking voucher.

Additional street parking is available on the street surrounding MYArts. For up-to-date street parking infromation please refer to the City of Madison's street parking map.

Guests may also be dropped off on the corner of E Mifflin St and Ingersoll where there are accessible curb ramps.

Where do I go?

The Madison Youth Arts Center is located at 1055 E. Mifflin Street, Madison, Wisconsin 53703. 

Whether entering through the main entrance or garage entrance, you will enter in the first-floor lobby. AFA will have ample signage and greeters to direct you once you enter. You are always welcome to stop at the front desk in the lobby to check in with the MYArts staff for direction, too.

The Creative Power Showcase and Collection is hung on all four floors of MYArts.

Is this the same event as the Creative Power Celebration?

No, it is not. This year we are providing an additional opportunity for everyone to enjoy the Creative Power showcase, free of charge. Our Creative Power Celebration will be held on April 18, 2026. 

What is the dress code for this event?

Sequins to sneakers - come as you feel most comfortable to celebrate!

Do I need to RSVP?

There is no need to RSVP or register for this event. The admission is free and everyone is welcome to join!

 

In-Kind Sponsor

 
 

Monroe Street Framing


Additional Support

 

Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction

Wisconsin Arts Board

Thompson Investment Management