OUR PROGRAMS
The Forney Arts Council organizes free and low cost arts programming for Forney and surrounding community!
Downtown Forney Market
Shop 75+ vendors at the Downtown Forney Market featuring artisan made crafts, baked goods, candles, soaps, handmade gifts, custom made items, pet adoptions, food and more!
Become a Vendor
To become a vendor, please visit our vendor sign-up page.
Hours
Select 2nd Saturdays in the Spring & Fall! Please visit the market website for details!
Location
210 E. Broad St.
(On the grounds of the old Murray Cotton Gin)
FORNEY COMMUNITY BAND
The Forney Community Band is comprised of local area volunteer musicians of all ages coming together every summer to perform an evening of free music for the whole family. Music concerts are held in the Summer at the Forney Community Park’s Spellman Amphitheater.
How to Join
New members are welcome to join the band at anytime depending on section availability. There are no auditions required to join the band, however we request that prospective members have the ability to play the level of literature currently being rehearsed. If you are interested in joining the Forney Community Band or being put on a waiting list for sections that are currently closed, please contact info@forneyarts.org.
VISUAL ARTS
Forney Arts Council visual artists members are eligible to have their artwork displayed at Stash’s Table & Fable!
Stash's Table & Fable - A Library Bistro exudes warmth and welcomes guests with open arms. With its cozy atmosphere, friendly staff, and a menu bursting with mouthwatering dishes, it's the perfect place to unwind and savor a delightful meal.
Visual art shows are organized by the FAC’s Visual Arts Committee. For more information contact Visual Arts Director at visualarts@forneyarts.org
Hours
Sunday, Monday, Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday-Saturday: 11AM-7PM
Location
212 S. Bois d’Arc Forney, Texas 75126
ForneyLive: House Concerts
Forney Live is the brainchild of Performing Arts Director Christie Conaway who teaches music to young children and Music Committee member Christi Elkins who once worked in the music biz in Nashville. One night sharing their mutual enthusiasm for live music turned into many nights of music, laughter, tears and friendship as they brainstormed ways to bring a new experience to their hometown. The result has been amazing personal concerts from the likes of stellar songwriters such as Jeff Black, Alice Peacock, Dan Navarro, Kim Richey, Michael McDermott, Austin Cunningham, Wynn Varble, & Kevin Welch all hosted inside the Historic Spellman Home in Downtown Forney.
How to Purchase Tickets
House Concert tickets are available for purchase online and at the door (limited availability). Transactions are processed through stripe. Once your purchase is complete, your ticket(s) will be held at the door. Please bring you photo I.D. and ticket receipt to claim your ticket(s). Ticket price includes light refreshments. Guests are welcome to bring their own beverage. Doors open 30 minutes prior to the event.
Location & Parking
House Concerts are held at the Historic Spellman home (400 S. Center St. Forney, Texas 75126.) Street parking is available adjacent to the house along Center St., Church St. and Lowrance St.
