Tyler ISD proudly celebrated its rich tradition of Visual and Performing Arts with the annual ArtsFest at Tyler Legacy High School. What began years ago as a simple showcase has grown into a vibrant community tradition, offering a one-stop experience to explore everything Tyler ISD has to offer in fine arts education.
Throughout the day, guests were treated to an incredible display of student talent, featuring artwork from all Tyler ISD elementary, middle, and high school campuses. Visitors of all ages also had the chance to get creative at any of the 10 Maker Stations placed throughout the building, encouraging hands-on participation and artistic exploration.
The celebration wasn’t just visual, it was also alive with sound and movement. More than 25 performances took place across three different stages. Elementary music programs, elementary and middle school dance showcases, middle school band, jazz band, and orchestra performances, as well as high school choir and orchestra, delighted the audience with concerts and performances. Theatre and musical theatre performances by both middle and high school students further added to the day’s excitement and energy.
The day reached a spectacular finale with concerts by the All-City Band, All-City Choir, and All-City Orchestra, elite ensembles composed of top student musicians selected from all six Tyler ISD middle schools. Remarkably, these students met that very same day, learned and rehearsed the music, and under the leadership of their dedicated instructors, delivered an incredible performance that wowed the audience and closed out Artsfest 2025 on a high note.
This annual event highlighted the incredible dedication, creativity, and passion of Tyler ISD students and teachers and served as a powerful reminder of the essential role the arts play in a well-rounded education.