Get Involved
There are a variety of ways to get involved with the Arts Council of the Valley and participate in downtown Harrisonburg. Below are a few suggestions:
1) First Fridays Downtown: First Fridays Downtown is Harrisonburg’s celebration of culture and community takes place from April through October. From 5-7 p.m. on the first Friday of the month, gather friends and family for a stroll, bike ride, or horse-drawn carriage ride through Harrisonburg’s downtown. Along the way, consider stopping for a glass of wine, for an art exhibition, or for some live music. Guests are encouraged to round out a fun, culture-filled evening with dinner at one of our many fine downtown restaurants.
2) The Smith House: The Arts Council of the Valley hosts monthly art openings at the Smith House, 311 S. Main Street. The opening receptions are the first Friday of the month, free, and open to the public. Refreshments and beverages are provided for the viewers while they enjoy the art. The featured artists frequently attend the openings, welcoming questions and comments from the community. To view our Exhibition Schedule, click on the photo of the eye on the left side of your screen.
3) Volunteers at Court Square Theater: Court Square Theater is currently seeking volunteers ready to assist every visitor who walks through the doors. If you love theater, enjoy working with people, or both, this is the perfect opportunity to become involved in one of our region’s best cultural attractions. To apply for a volunteer position with CST, please download the attached pdf (requires Adobe Reader), complete the application, and either:
1) e-mail to Noah Jones at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address),
2) fax to (540) 438-9589, or
3) mail to: Arts Council of the Valley, P.O. Box 1051, Harrisonburg, VA 22803, Attn: Noah Jones
4) Local Cultural Events: For a list of upcoming cultural events in the Harrisonburg/Rockingham area, please click the link for “Cultural Events.” If you would like the Arts Council to post your cultural event, please email an event description (including title, location, date, time, and ticket information) to .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address). Approved cultural events will be posted for at least two weeks before the actual date, so send your event information early! Thank you!