Art gives voice to the voiceless and fame to the ignored. You can learn various forms of art from dancing to sketching in Mattoon. There are designated classes, drama workshops, and art events in Mattoon for the same. If you just want to be a mere spectator you can attend theatre events and art exhibitions in Mattoon too.
Ever wanted to volunteer in those nukkad, nataks or street shows? Wish to learn the basics of painting? Well, just explore through the art & theatre events in Mattoon.
## Art Events in Mattoon - **Event Name**: Winter Painting in Watercolor - 3 classes hosted by artist Isabella Gullotta - **Description**: Join us in the beautiful Lone Elm Room for a day of watercolor painting! You'll be introduced to the fundamentals of watercolor with guidance from an incredible instructor. All supplies are provided, and each subject comes pre-drawn so you can focus on l - **Date**: Sat Dec 05 2026 at 09:00 am (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/mattoon/winter-painting-in-watercolor-3-classes-hosted-by-artist-isabella-gullotta/200030987657504 - **Venue**: 1718 Broadway Ave., Mattoon, IL, United States, Illinois 61938 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy9kMDFiNzgwNTE0YWYwZjljZTdjM2NhODliODBjYzE5YTBmNjA1MTczMmY3ZWFkNjhjZWE3NDVjMTFmYWEwNjRjLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDUxMi1kY2Y4ZjhmOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc5Mzk4OTE0NA.avif - **Categories**: Art, fine-arts, Workshops - **Event Name**: WINTER BREAK CAMP: Brrr-illiant Brushes - **Description**: BRRR-ILLIANT BRUSHES Tuesday, December 29, 9am-3pm DHNC - Youth (Grades K-5) - $22/M, $28/NM Registration is Required. Let it snow, let it paint! Get ready to explore the magic of winter through colorful creative art. This is a brrrr-iliant way to spend - **Date**: Tue Dec 29 2026 at 09:00 am – Tue Dec 29 2026 at 03:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/mattoon/winter-break-camp-brrr-illiant-brushes/200030987659615 - **Venue**: 2204 Dewitt Ave E, Mattoon, IL, United States, Illinois 61938 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy8wZTNlNzE3YjRkMzU0MDc1MDIxYjVlNjcxZjYzYjNjNjJmMzI2YWJiM2I5ZTdlNjc2M2I4ZDdmYmQ5MjdlNGNhLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2Y4ZThkOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc5Mzk4OTE1NA.avif - **Categories**: Art ## Trending Events in Mattoon - **Event Name**: Ruben Ramirez live at The Castle - **Description**: Ruben Ramirez is a Chicago based comedian and actor who is known for his blue & observational comedy.About this EventRuben Ramirez is a Chicago based comedian and actor who is known for his blue & observational co - **Venue**: The Castle - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/67941f3fa4a575e79cd9ca9abec199a5491f56003e8f023aa703f7e1a6d25f46-rimg-w1200-h1200-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg?v=1785997100 - **Event Name**: Meet Santa and Mrs. Clause for FREE - **Description**: 🎅🎄 Visit the Tyler Ross Jones Santa House in Mattoon! 🎄🤶 The holiday magic is back! Bring the family and stop by the Tyler Ross Jones Santa House in Mattoon, IL, to meet Santa and Mrs. Claus for FREE! ❤️ A fun holiday tradition for kids of all ages! 📅 N - **Venue**: 500 Broadway Ave, Mattoon, IL 61938-4426, United States - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/717d4793c2245e9c9a993b63976ddb425ba1d6001a292eb193f17ff648c07c6b-rimg-w1200-h800-dc080808-gmir?v=1794176599 - **Event Name**: Christmas Mini Sessions - **Description**: ✨It’s the most magical time of the year, Christmas Mini Sessions are HERE!✨ These are my most popular mini sessions of the year; quick, cozy, and full of holiday cheer.☺ Andddd I'm bringing back the most requested setup...RETRO CHRISTMAS!👀 This year, yo - **Venue**: 1413 Wabash Ave Main, Mattoon, IL, United States, Illinois 61938 - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/42c8919bb23ceeaf891e17beafb394b0efd628bc92573d85addf3a03aecd1496-rimg-w1200-h676-dc180808-gmir?v=1793916237 - **Event Name**: Corn Belt Card Show Emerald Acres - **Description**: 🚨 VENDORS—GET YOUR PICK BEFORE SOMEONE ELSE DOES! 🚨 The Corn Belt Card Show returns to Emerald Acres Sports Complex December 4–5, with room for 80 vendors and 200+ tables! 🔥 Great spots are still available—reserve early for the best selection! Tables ar - **Venue**: Emerald Acres - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/f231e77f92661cf50d40a821c182db7bd4e54fb78d3d474ee97fda1419089e6b-rimg-w1024-h1536-dc080808-gmir?v=1793618323 - **Event Name**: Holiday Festival-open to the public - **Description**: 🎄Get into the holiday spirit at Holiday Festival 2026 Join us in the SBL Lumpkin Education Center (Entrance C) from 11 am to 7 pm, Friday, 11/13, for a day of festive fun! View our stunning online and live auction items, shop the SBL Gift Shop's Pop-Up H - **Venue**: 1000 Health Center Dr, Mattoon, IL, United States, Illinois 61938 - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/7ddc2ce3c27abde065488b0c89466b2837e809a3e1fbdf501acaedd7297f6054-rimg-w1200-h628-dcf8f8f8-gmir?v=1793878061 - **Event Name**: Lightworks Opening Night *Walk Thru* - **Description**: ✨ Kick Off the Holiday Season at Mattoon Lightworks! ✨ Experience the magic of the holiday season like never before at the annual Mattoon Lightworks WALK THRU! 🎄✨ For one night only, Peterson Park transforms into a sparkling winter wonderland as guests - **Venue**: 500 Broadway Ave, Mattoon, IL 61938-4426, United States - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/0637430f09603c2e12bb76dd6d0e2387eb137cc305a49b3000355831c090bb01-rimg-w1200-h375-dc080808-gmir?v=1792118244 - **Event Name**: Eastern IL FCA Night of Impact - **Description**: Join us for Eastern Illinois FCA's Night of Impact, our biggest night of the year! Enjoy desserts and fellowship, then hear directly from local high school and college student-athletes living out the FCA mission every day on their campuses. These are the - **Venue**: Emerald Acres - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/f4f5c6bf20a4fcfce4608d95f34b9393163026af1086ce56896fe064b3529470-rimg-w1200-h628-dc082868-gmir?v=1793989164 - **Event Name**: Live Christmas Door Swag Decorating Class - **Description**: Enjoy warm cider and hot chocolate while decorating a 24” Christmas door swag at the Alamo! With Evergreen abundance, the lush balsam fir, pine, and cedar boughs layered make the perfect addition to any front door. We recommend hanging these inside to e - **Venue**: 700 East Broadway Ave Mattoon, IL 61938 United States - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/a84c8ffba18b29f797b6ee16bd52c71b2ff602732718171e5bcfa93457ada5fe-rimg-w1024-h1536-dcd8c8b8-gmir?v=1793882271 - **Event Name**: Live wreath decorating class - **Description**: 🙌Monday October 19th Whitney will be at the storefront from 8am-12pm. She will take over the phone credit card payments as well as in person cash/check/tap to pay and credit/debit cards. ✨We know this is a very sought after class and anticipate being so - **Venue**: 312 N Logan Street, Mattoon, IL - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/2c9438497964f4cea890be0e3d9bfd42f0d836d14ca45f4f53cb8b6219837c0e-rimg-w1024-h1536-dc080808-gmir?v=1792452257 ## Browse Art Events by Date - [Art Events Today in Mattoon](https://allevents.in/mattoon/art--today) - [Art Events This Weekend in Mattoon](https://allevents.in/mattoon/art--this-weekend) - [Art Events in November in Mattoon](https://allevents.in/mattoon/art--november) - [Art Events in December in Mattoon](https://allevents.in/mattoon/art--december) ## FAQs - **Q**: What are the top Art events in Mattoon? - **A:** Winter Painting in Watercolor - 3 classes hosted by artist Isabella Gullotta (Sat Dec 05 2026 at 09:00 am at 1718 Broadway Ave., Mattoon, IL, United States, Illinois 61938), WINTER BREAK CAMP: Brrr-illiant Brushes (Tue Dec 29 2026 at 09:00 am at 2204 Dewitt Ave E, Mattoon, IL, United States, Illinois 61938). - **Q**: How can I find Art events in Mattoon? - **A:** You can discover upcoming Art events in Mattoon on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests. - **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Art events in Mattoon? - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets. - **Q**: What are the popular venues for Art events in Mattoon? - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Art events in Mattoon include 1718 Broadway Ave., Mattoon, IL, United States, Illinois 61938, 2204 Dewitt Ave E, Mattoon, IL, United States, Illinois 61938. - **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Art events in Mattoon? - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Art events in Mattoon include Mattoon Tourism and Arts, Douglas-Hart Nature Center. - **Q**: Are there any online Art events available? - **A:** Yes, many Art events are available online. 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