The Center for Visual Artists (CVA) is pleased to announce its annual Holiday Invitational 2026, an exhibition celebrating outstanding local member artists and makers while inviting the community to embrace the spirit of shopping local. 

The exhibition highlights artists who have demonstrated dedication to their creative practice, professional development, and meaningful participation in the CVA community throughout the year.

Ou visitors can explore a carefully curated selection of original fine art and handmade holiday crafts, with works priced for seasonal gifting and collecting.

Shop Local Saturday: Saturday November 28,10am-5pm

In the spirit of shopping local, come down to the Greensboro Cultural Center and support our local galleries and artisans while getting a head start on your holiday shopping.  Shop fine arts, local crafts, handmade jewelry and so much more! Shop smart and support local this year!

Shop Local at the CVA & Greenhill Gift Shops!

Support your local arts and artists while getting a heads start on your holiday shopping from 10am-5pm

Opening Reception: First Friday Dec 4, 6-9pm Festival of Lights

Join CVA on Friday, December 5, 6-9pm for an enchanting First Friday evening in downtown Greensboro during the City’s beloved Festival of Lights, traditionally held on the first Friday in December.

This festive evening brings together the creativity of the CVA Holiday InvitationalArtistswith Greensboro’s cherished holiday tradition of lighting the tree and seasonal celebratingwith community, art, and local shopping.

Enjoy hot cocoa and candy bar for only $4 per cup.