The 37th Annual JCAST (Jersey City Art & Studio Tour): October 1-4, 2026

JCAST 2026 — October 1–4, 2026**
Theme: Unbounded Nature**
Four Days. Six Wards. One Citywide Arts Experience.

The 37th Annual JCAST (Jersey City Art & Studio Tour) will occur from October 1-4, 2026, across 6 wards, centering fine art with music, poetry, and film.

FOUR DAYS. SIX WARDS. ONE CITYWIDE ARTS EXPERIENCE.

The 37th Annual Jersey City Art & Studio Tour (JCAST) returns October 1–4, 2026, transforming Jersey City into a citywide celebration of art, culture, and creativity. Under the theme “Unbounded Nature,” JCAST connects residents and visitors with more than 200 artists, studios, galleries, exhibitions, performances, music, poetry, workshops, and cultural experiences across all six wards.

From established galleries and artist studios to neighborhood businesses, parks, universities and community spaces, JCAST invites audiences to explore the people and places shaping Jersey City’s creative identity. The 2026 program includes five curated exhibitions, studio tours, live music, poetry, dance, theater, and art workshops, creating opportunities for audiences to discover art throughout the city.

JCAST is produced by The Creative Side JC in partnership with the Jersey City Office of Cultural Affairs and with support from the Jersey City Arts Council and Jersey City Arts & Culture Trust Fund.

2026 Sponsors & Partners include:
City of Jersey City • Jersey City Office of Cultural Affairs • Jersey City Arts Council • Jersey City Arts & Culture Trust Fund • Educational Arts Team • Jersey City Economic Development Corporation (JCEDC) • Historic Downtown Jersey City SID • Saint Peter’s University • Jersey City Free Public Library • NJ TRANSIT • The Bethune Center • Liberty State Park • 902 Brewing Company