Universal Orlando announces Epic Universe, opening in 2025 with over 50 experiences, five themed worlds, three resorts, and attractions like Starfall Racers and Constellation Carousel.

The Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival returns to Glendale, CA, in 2024, promising a showcase of college theatre talent, with performances, competitions, and educational opportunities.

Hubbard and Birchler's art installation, displaying Waller Creek artifacts at Austin's Moody Amphitheater, opens March 2 for a five-year nighttime exhibition.

The annual Snowflake Days Snow Sculpture Contest in Coon Rapids was canceled due to unseasonably warm weather preventing the creation of snow sculptures.

The City of Irvine introduces the "Natural Language: Contemporary Book Art" exhibition, which transfigures books into sculptural art, running from February 11 through May 5 at the Great Park Gallery.

Chicago museums offer free admission days for Illinois residents during the winter, with required advance online booking for places like the Shedd Aquarium and Art Institute.

New York's annual polar plunge in Mesquite aims to raise funds for Special Olympics Texas, as participants prepare to dive into Vanston Pool on February 3rd. Registration costs include a T-shirt, and costumes are welcome.

The Zekelman Holocaust Center in Farmington Hills reopened with a new exhibit after a $31 million renovation, prioritizing survivor stories, particularly from Michigan.

The Bath House Cultural Center in Dallas announces two art exhibitions: the 29th Annual El Corazón Exhibition and "Soft Bones." They highlight heart-themed art and contemporary fiber crafts, respectively, with a DJ at the reception.

Local photographers in San Antonio capture both the festive Fiesta celebrations and regular city life in a series of photos published by the San Antonio Report.

The Eden Prairie Art Center introduces new art programs for all ages, including storytelling and oil painting courses, Valentine's card creation for seniors, stained glass workshops, and needle felting for teens and adults.

Arlington's Martin Luther King Jr. Day events were postponed due to extreme weather and are rescheduled for February 18-19, coinciding with Black History Month. Activities will include a service, a day of service, and a youth extravaganza.

Bloomington ranks 6th in the SMU DataArts' Arts Vibrancy Index, recognized for its murals, events, and cultural impact since beginning creative placemaking in 2016.