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upcoming events

The Fly Arts Center hosts a variety of community and cultural arts events. From community theatre productions and art exhbits to magical holiday displays and workshops, The Fly always has something happening.

  • Open Studio - Artist and Crafter Work Session
    Open Studio - Artist and Crafter Work Session
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, Jul 22
    Jul 22, 2025, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
    The Fly Arts Center, 204 S Main St, Shelbyville, TN 37160, USA
    You're invited to come create alongside other artists and crafters at The Fly Arts Center every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month beginning in March 2025!
  • Live Music & Dancing at The Fly: Zone Status
    Live Music & Dancing at The Fly: Zone Status
    Jul 26, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:30 PM
    The Fly Arts Center, 204 S Main St, Shelbyville, TN 37160, USA
    Our Live Music & Dancing series continues with music from local favorite classic rock & country band Zone Status. $10/person | Table Reservations Available for Parties of 5 or More
  • Maker Market at The Fly - Monthly Arts & Crafts Market
    Maker Market at The Fly - Monthly Arts & Crafts Market
    Multiple Dates
    Fri, Aug 01
    Aug 01, 2025, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    The Fly Arts Center, 204 S Main St, Shelbyville, TN 37160, USA
    SHOP LOCAL, SUPPORT ARTISTS & ARTISANS Come shop at The Fly Arts Center each month for unique handmade items made by local artists and artisans. It's like Etsy in real life! Admission to shop the Maker Market and parking is always free.
  • Open Studio - Artist and Crafter Work Session
    Open Studio - Artist and Crafter Work Session
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, Aug 05
    Aug 05, 2025, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
    The Fly Arts Center, 204 S Main St, Shelbyville, TN 37160, USA
    You're invited to come create alongside other artists and crafters at The Fly Arts Center every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month beginning in March 2025!
  • "Muse & Mingle" Art Exhibition Opening VIP Preview
    "Muse & Mingle" Art Exhibition Opening VIP Preview
    Multiple Dates
    Thu, Aug 07
    Aug 07, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
    The Fly Arts Center, 204 S Main St, Shelbyville, TN 37160, USA
    Get the VIP treatment and be among the first to view new art at The Fly! Our featured artist will be on hand for an attendee meet and greet. You'll also have the opportunity to network with others in the arts community, while enjoying hor d’oeuvres and wine. Free for Members of The Fly!
  • Theatre at The Fly: Rex's Exes
    Theatre at The Fly: Rex's Exes
    Multiple Dates
    Fri, Aug 08
    The Fly Arts Center
    Aug 08, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    The Fly Arts Center, 204 S Main St, Shelbyville, TN 37160, USA
    The play is set in Sweet Gum, Texas, and follows the story of the three Verdeen cousins, Gaynelle, Jimmie Wyvette, and Peaches. This is a sequel to "Red Velvet Cake Wars", but you can enjoy this laugh out loud comedy, even if you haven't seen its predecessor.
  • Theatre at The Fly: Rex's Exes
    Theatre at The Fly: Rex's Exes
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Aug 09
    The Fly Arts Center
    Aug 09, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    The Fly Arts Center, 204 S Main St, Shelbyville, TN 37160, USA
    The play is set in Sweet Gum, Texas, and follows the story of the three Verdeen cousins, Gaynelle, Jimmie Wyvette, and Peaches. This is a sequel to "Red Velvet Cake Wars", but you can enjoy this laugh out loud comedy, even if you haven't seen its predecessor.
  • Theatre at The Fly: Rex's Exes
    Theatre at The Fly: Rex's Exes
    Multiple Dates
    Sun, Aug 10
    The Fly Arts Center
    Aug 10, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    The Fly Arts Center, 204 S Main St, Shelbyville, TN 37160, USA
    The play is set in Sweet Gum, Texas, and follows the story of the three Verdeen cousins, Gaynelle, Jimmie Wyvette, and Peaches. This is a sequel to "Red Velvet Cake Wars", but you can enjoy this laugh out loud comedy, even if you haven't seen its predecessor.
  • Theatre at The Fly: Rex's Exes
    Theatre at The Fly: Rex's Exes
    Multiple Dates
    Fri, Aug 15
    The Fly Arts Center
    Aug 15, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    The Fly Arts Center, 204 S Main St, Shelbyville, TN 37160, USA
    The play is set in Sweet Gum, Texas, and follows the story of the three Verdeen cousins, Gaynelle, Jimmie Wyvette, and Peaches. This is a sequel to "Red Velvet Cake Wars", but you can enjoy this laugh out loud comedy, even if you haven't seen its predecessor.
  • Theatre at The Fly: Rex's Exes
    Theatre at The Fly: Rex's Exes
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Aug 16
    The Fly Arts Center
    Aug 16, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    The Fly Arts Center, 204 S Main St, Shelbyville, TN 37160, USA
    The play is set in Sweet Gum, Texas, and follows the story of the three Verdeen cousins, Gaynelle, Jimmie Wyvette, and Peaches. This is a sequel to "Red Velvet Cake Wars", but you can enjoy this laugh out loud comedy, even if you haven't seen its predecessor.
  • Theatre at The Fly: Rex's Exes
    Theatre at The Fly: Rex's Exes
    Multiple Dates
    Sun, Aug 17
    The Fly Arts Center
    Aug 17, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    The Fly Arts Center, 204 S Main St, Shelbyville, TN 37160, USA
    The play is set in Sweet Gum, Texas, and follows the story of the three Verdeen cousins, Gaynelle, Jimmie Wyvette, and Peaches. This is a sequel to "Red Velvet Cake Wars", but you can enjoy this laugh out loud comedy, even if you haven't seen its predecessor.
  • Open Studio - Artist and Crafter Work Session
    Open Studio - Artist and Crafter Work Session
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, Aug 19
    Aug 19, 2025, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
    The Fly Arts Center, 204 S Main St, Shelbyville, TN 37160, USA
    You're invited to come create alongside other artists and crafters at The Fly Arts Center every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month beginning in March 2025!
  • Live Music & Dancing at The Fly: Escape
    Live Music & Dancing at The Fly: Escape
    Sat, Aug 23
    Aug 23, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:30 PM
    The Fly Arts Center, 204 S Main St, Shelbyville, TN 37160, USA
    Our Live Music & Dancing series continues with music from local cover band Escape. $10/person | Table Reservations Available for Parties of 6 or More Tickets available at FlyArtsCenter.com.
  • Youth Arts Informational Meeting (Ages 13-18)
    Youth Arts Informational Meeting (Ages 13-18)
    Aug 31, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
    The Fly Arts Center, 204 S Main St, Shelbyville, TN 37160, USA
    Join us to get information and discuss our upcoming Youth Arts programming at The Fly for teens. Bring the family and your best ideas for theatre (Emerge), visual arts, creative writing, film production and MORE. We’ll also be voting on next season’s play. Be a key part of this growing community!
  • Open Studio - Artist and Crafter Work Session
    Open Studio - Artist and Crafter Work Session
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, Sep 02
    Sep 02, 2025, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
    The Fly Arts Center, 204 S Main St, Shelbyville, TN 37160, USA
    You're invited to come create alongside other artists and crafters at The Fly Arts Center every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month beginning in March 2025!
  • Maker Market at The Fly - Monthly Arts & Crafts Market
    Maker Market at The Fly - Monthly Arts & Crafts Market
    Multiple Dates
    Fri, Sep 05
    Sep 05, 2025, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    The Fly Arts Center, 204 S Main St, Shelbyville, TN 37160, USA
    SHOP LOCAL, SUPPORT ARTISTS & ARTISANS Come shop at The Fly Arts Center each month for unique handmade items made by local artists and artisans. It's like Etsy in real life! Admission to shop the Maker Market and parking is always free.
  • Open Studio - Artist and Crafter Work Session
    Open Studio - Artist and Crafter Work Session
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, Sep 16
    Sep 16, 2025, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
    The Fly Arts Center, 204 S Main St, Shelbyville, TN 37160, USA
    You're invited to come create alongside other artists and crafters at The Fly Arts Center every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month beginning in March 2025!
  • Youth Arts Informational Meeting (Ages 5-12)
    Youth Arts Informational Meeting (Ages 5-12)
    Sep 28, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
    The Fly Arts Center, 204 S Main St, Shelbyville, TN 37160, USA
    Join us to get information and discuss our upcoming Youth Arts programming at The Fly for kids ages 5 to 12. Bring the family and your best ideas for theatre (Metamorphosis), visual arts, crafts, creative writing and MORE. We’ll also be voting on next season’s play.
  • Live Music & Dancing at The Fly: Flying High Jam
    Live Music & Dancing at The Fly: Flying High Jam
    Oct 04, 2025, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
    The Fly Arts Center, 204 S Main St, Shelbyville, TN 37160, USA
    Join us at The Fly Arts Center for an evening of live music, dancing, food, drinks and fun at the Flying High Jam — Featuring live music from Rayz'n Cain, Kelson Buck & the Buck Wild Band and 12 O'clock High. GET YOUR TICKETS NOW! Limited availability... These are going to go FAST!
  • Open Studio - Artist and Crafter Work Session
    Open Studio - Artist and Crafter Work Session
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, Oct 07
    Oct 07, 2025, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
    The Fly Arts Center, 204 S Main St, Shelbyville, TN 37160, USA
    You're invited to come create alongside other artists and crafters at The Fly Arts Center every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month beginning in March 2025!

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Tel. 931-684-8359

204 S. Main Street, 
Shelbyville, TN 37160

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Monday - Thursday 11am - 4pm

Friday, Saturday, Sunday

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