ACE Spirit Week '26

ACE Spirit Week Festival 2025

April 24 – May 2, 2025
Greensboro, NC | Various Locations

Join us for ACE Spirit Week 2026, a week-long festival dedicated to celebrating creativity, community, and cultural exchange. This annual gathering brings together visionary artists, educators, and innovators from across North Carolina and beyond for a dynamic series of performances, workshops, networking events, and award celebrations.

From high-energy mixers and thought-provoking panels to live performances and inspiring awards ceremonies, ACE Spirit Week is the premier festival for those passionate about music, arts, and education.

Location: Vandyke Performance Space, Cultural
Tickets: $25 | Early Bird: $20

Kick off ACE Spirit Week with a high-energy networking experience featuring live music, dance, and cultural celebration. Connect with fellow creatives, educators, and professionals in an immersive and inspiring atmosphere.

Location: Greensboro Cultural Center
Tickets: Free

A full day of workshops, panels, and cultural sessions designed to educate, inspire, and empower. Engage with industry leaders, creative thinkers, and educators through thought-provoking discussions and hands-on experiences.

Special Add-Ons:

• Brunch ($5 Pre-purchase required) – Enjoy a community meal.
• Professional Headshots ($10 Pre-purchase available) – Elevate your brand with a professional photoshoot.

Location: Center City Park, Downtown Greensboro
Tickets: Free

A brand-new all-day festival celebrating music, art, and cultural expression. Enjoy live performances, singalongs, jam sessions, youth ensembles, food vendors, and interactive art experiences.

Join us for a vibrant day of creativity, community, and artistic excellence.

Location: Van Dyke Performance Space, Cultural Center
Tickets: $25 | Early Bird: $20 – Limited Seating

The grand finale of ACE Spirit Week. The ACEx Awards Show is a prestigious evening celebrating the outstanding contributions of ACE educators, students, staff, and volunteers.

Enjoy an evening of live performances, dance, and community recognition as we honor excellence in music, arts, culture, and education.

Limited Seating – Get Your Tickets ASAP

ACE Spirit Week is more than a festival—it is a movement dedicated to empowering artists, educators, and young creatives. Your support helps us continue our year-round programming, mentorship opportunities, and cultural initiatives that provide access to creative resources and transformative learning experiences.

Want to make an impact? Add a donation at checkout or contribute to ACE’s mission to nurture artistic excellence and build a stronger, more inclusive creative community.

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