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Youth Art Exchange Presents: Youth Art Summit (SF)

Saturday, May 9, 2026 - 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free to attend

Youth Art Exchange | 29 Howth St, San Francisco, CA

Event Details

The 2026 Youth Art Summit brings together young artists, arts organizations, creative businesses, educators, and community members for a day centered on youth creativity and opportunity. This annual event creates space for connection, collaboration, and visibility across San Francisco’s youth arts ecosystem.

Youth Art Summit 2026 will take place on Saturday, May 9, at YAX Studios at La Fénix in the Mission (1950 Mission Street).

In 2026, the Summit will also include an Avenue Green Light Art Market, expanding the event into a public marketplace featuring youth artists from Hilltop selling handmade goods, and creative products. The Summit and Market bring exhibitions, resources, and opportunities into one shared space.

The event will feature youth art exhibitions, live performances, hands-on workshops, resource tables, portfolio and college guidance, and a community art market.

The Youth Art Summit welcomes…

  • Youth artists exhibiting visual work

  • Performers sharing music, dance, theater, and spoken word

  • Arts organizations and youth-serving nonprofits

  • Creative businesses and industry professionals

  • Educators, families, and community supporters

Everyone gathers with a shared goal: to strengthen and support youth art in San Francisco.

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: FREE*
*Free to attend
Categories: *Top Pick*, Art & Museums, Community, Free Food, In Person
Address: 29 Howth St, San Francisco, CA

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