PRINCETON NJ Announcement

TRENTON, NJ. Isles, Inc., in partnership with the City of Trenton, will host the 2nd Annual Art On Front St. on Saturday, July 25, 2026, from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Mill Hill Park and Front Street in downtown Trenton. 

Built for artists, by artists, Art On Front St. is where Trenton's creative energy comes to life. For one day, Mill Hill Park and Front Street will transform into a full celebration of art, culture, and community, featuring live performances, live painting, visual artists, vendors, food, interactive experiences, hands-on workshops, and family-friendly activities for all ages. 

The festival brings together the creatives shaping Trenton right now, from painters and performers to vendors, makers, and cultural organizations. It offers the community a space to connect directly with the people behind the art. 

This year's event is being planned in collaboration with six local artists: Raven George, Habiyb Shuaib, Rasaan Parker, Jade Rodriguez, Deandre Thompson, and Dorant Gordon, helping ensure the festival reflects the voices, creativity, and culture of the community it serves. 

Building on the success of last year's Art On Warren Street activation, organizers are expanding the vision to create an even larger platform for local artists, creatives, and community organizations to connect directly with the public. 

"Trenton's creative community is one of this city's greatest strengths, and Art On Front St. puts that talent exactly where it belongs, front and center," said Sean Jackson, CEO of Isles. "We're proud to partner with the City of Trenton and these incredible local artists to bring neighbors together, support working creatives, and show what's possible when a community invests in its own." 

"Art On Front is bigger than just a festival. It's about creating space for artists to be seen, supported, and celebrated in their own city," said Tyquan Benton, Special Projects Manager at Isles. "As an artist myself, it's important to me that creatives feel like they have ownership in this event and feel represented in the way it's built. We want people to walk away feeling the creative energy of Trenton and understanding just how much talent exists here." 

The event is currently seeking artists, vendors, performers, volunteers, and community partners interested in participating. To register or learn more, visit www.creektocanalcreative.org. 

About Isles 

Founded in 1981, Isles is a non-profit organization that offers interconnected services with a single goal: creating healthy communities and environments necessary for individuals to grow and thrive. Over more than 40 years, Isles has served tens of thousands of people in Trenton, Mercer County, and beyond. Learn more at isles.org.