Major Events and Facilities
Richardson is a city that values creativity and culture.
Explore our vibrant arts festivals, world-class performances, and a community that embraces artistic expression below. You can learn more about Arts In Richardson, Culture in The CORE and Lunar New Year.
Arts & Culture
Charles W. Eisemann Center
for the Performing Arts
The Charles W. Eisemann Center for the Performing Arts hosts an array of stellar live music, theater, and dance performances.
Corporate Challenge
The Richardson Corporate Challenge is a 10-week Olympic-style event where DFW-area companies compete in athletic and non-athletic games to build teamwork and morale. Hosted by the City of Richardson, it also raises funds for Special Olympics Texas, contributing over $3.45 million since 1998.
Cottonwood Art Festival
The City’s biannual Cottonwood Art Festival showcases national and local visual artists in a juried exhibition. These events, along with numerous local galleries, live music venues, and cultural initiatives, make Richardson a dynamic and inspiring place to live.
Richardson Symphony Orchestra
The Richardson Symphony Orchestra, one of the premier orchestras in the region, has performed with legendary artists including Yo-Yo Ma, reinforcing its reputation as a premier cultural institution.
Wildflower! Music & Arts Festival
Every year the city transforms into a festival venue for music and the arts that attracts visitors from across the region. The Wildflower! Music & Arts Festival features over 100 bands on 6 stages, alongside art exhibitions and family-friendly activities.
