Artwork by “Splash of Love" by student Johnny T.
Magnolia School District

Visual and performing artists of all ages who have a disability are invited to submit artwork and/or apply to perform in a countywide celebration of Arts and Disability on Saturday, April 26, 2025 at MainPlace Mall in Santa Ana, CA

See entry forms for rules and guidelines below:

• Visual Arts Rules and Entry Form
  
• Performing Arts Rules and Entry Form

• Hours 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
• 200 Kalmus Drive | Costa Mesa | CA 92626

For content questions, contact Marleena Barber at s.mbarber@ocde.us

For submission questions, contact Carey Arias at carias@ocde.us​

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​​​​​Click HERE​ to watch a video recap of the 2023 Orange County Arts and Disability Festival.

What is the Orange County Arts and Disability Festival?

The annual Orange County Arts and Disability Festival is held each spring to culminate year-round, school and community-based arts program efforts, including hands-on workshops, a resource fair of community organizations that provide services to the disability community, performances, and a visual art exhibit, serving all ages and all disabilities. The opening ceremonies showcase outstanding performers and provide an overview of the day's activities. Individuals and organizations that have sponsored and supported the Orange County Arts and Disability programs are acknowledged and the themed art contest winner is recognized.

All schools and organizations serving the disabled are invited to participate, along with the inclusive classes. Each year, a theme is selected, and lesson plans are provided to assist instructors in utilizing the arts and teaching other curricular areas in and through the arts.

The festival provides:

• opportunities for individuals with disabilities to showcase their artistic abilities
• opportunities for instructors to observe the work of others
• opportunities for parents and families to appreciate the work of their visual or performing artist
• opportunities to develop public awareness of the value of the arts in the lives of all individuals