Tri-State Ability Art Show 2026

Y.A.L.E. School of New Jersey is pleased to present this exciting community event for its 6th year!

To RSVP, click here.

Submitting artwork to the Tri-State Ability Art Show is entirely free. While the Art Show is open to the public, young artists that participate must be in grades K-12 or enrolled in their school’s transition program for students ages 18 -21.

Artists must have an IEP or 504 plan. All should reside or attend school in either New Jersey, Pennsylvania, or Delaware. Artwork must be submitted by either a teacher or family member who is 18 years of age or older.

See the submission packet for all instructions and guidelines; please read carefully before completing the Submission Form and sending/dropping-off artwork.

For Frequently Asked Questions, click here.

Weekend Activities

Opening Reception: Friday, April 24 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. – Tour the gallery and attend a short awards presentation. (ASL interpreters will join us). Children of all ages will enjoy craft table activities while listening to music from young musicians — all at the Y.A.L.E. School Performing Arts Center, “The PAC”, 750 W. Marlton Pike, Cherry Hill, NJ 08002 (Corner of Rt. 70 W & Connecticut Avenue).

Gallery Hours & Craft Fair: Saturday, April 25 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. – Enjoy the gallery displays, craft activities for kids, and attend our second annual Craft Fair on premises tabled by young artists and local community artists. To sign up to be a vendor at the craft fair, please click here!

Free Concert: Saturday, April 25 from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. – Join us for an upbeat performance by the PAC “House Band,” showcasing Y.A.L.E. School students and staff on the saxophone, guitar, and piano, performing favorites like New York State of Mind, My Way, Moondance, and Lean on Me.