STIR Gathering - Local Artists & Art Professionals Networking Event (Free)

Date and Time

• Friday, Aug 14, 2026  5:30pm - 7:30pm

Location

visit website

Details

Network with other artists & with local art professionals in The NEON District; learn about local organizations & how to get involved.

*This networking event is for artists, creatives, people working in the arts, and arts administrators.

Join us for another gathering in The NEON District! Free to attend.

Meet up at NEON District locations and see what the featured business has to offer.
Network creatively with other artists and with local art professionals.
Learn about local organizations, opportunities, and how to get involved.
STIR Gatherings provide a space for artists to network creatively with each other and with local art professionals, giving them the opportunity to learn about local organizations and how they can get involved.

These events also connect artists with the Norfolk arts district (The NEON District) by introducing them to the businesses that are located within it.

This STIR Gathering will take place at The Renova Center in The Natural Path Cafe & Studio. Attendees will learn about what this wellness center in The NEON District has to offer and enjoy the Cafe's bites, bevies, and atmosphere.

All event registrants will receive one drink ticket (21 & up) and will be able to purchase additional alcoholic drinks if desired.

All registrants must either be an artist in Hampton Roads, work in the arts in Hampton Roads, be an arts administrator in Hampton Roads, or be a business representative of The Renova Center.

There is street parking at The Renova Center, a parking lot in the back of the center off of Wilson St. The Opera House Parking lot is across the street from The Renova Center as well.