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ArtsQuest Generates Record $192.7 Million Economic Impact in 2025

ArtsQuest announced today that its programming generated a record $192,685,075 in economic impact for the Lehigh Valley in 2025 — a 34% increase over 2024 — marking the strongest year to date in the organization’s 42-year history of fueling tourism, job creation and community growth across the region.

Raise a Glass! Spring Beerfest IV Returns to ArtsQuest

For the fourth consecutive year, ArtsQuest and the Lehigh Valley Brewers’ Guild (LVBG) are teaming up to host an unforgettable Spring Beerfest IV. The festival, taking place on March 28 at the Musikfest Café in the ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks, will feature unlimited sampling of craft brews from more than 25 local breweries.

Volunteer Spotlight: Jo Ann Grap

This month, we’re thrilled to shine the Volunteer Spotlight on Jo Ann Grap! Since joining us in 2019, Jo Ann has become an invaluable part of the ArtsQuest community. She’s continued to grow her involvement through the Ambassador Program and even stepped into leadership by shadowing Site Supervisors across multiple Platzes during last year’s Musikfest. 

ArtsQuest and Embassy Bank “Hometown Heroes” Submissions Now Open

For the 16th year, ArtsQuest is transforming the ArtsQuest Campus at SteelStacks into a living memorial honoring our hometown heroes. From May 22 to July 6, the campus will be draped with images of local military heroes as a display of appreciation and gratitude for their sacrifices and contributions.