Art Ball - Dayton Art Institute

ART BALL
JUNE 13, 2026 | 6–11:30 p.m.

For 69 years, Art Ball has been the Miami Valley’s premier social event. This annual black-tie soiree is attended by more than 650 community and corporate leaders, top museum supporters, and community patrons, and raises critical funds towards the museum’s mission of bringing art to all. Hosted by the DAI’s Associate Board, a volunteer group of 32 duos committed to sustaining the museum and the art Dayton treasures. This year’s Art Ball will be chaired by Myla Cardona-Jones and Alan Cardona, and co-chaired by Emilee and Chris Ambrose.

The evening begins with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres followed by an elegant sit-down dinner from Kohler Catering. After dinner, Art Ball patrons may enjoy live music, dancing and the ability to take advantage of some of the museum’s most special places: Hale Cloister and Museum Rotunda, as well as the Moonlight Lounge on Lima Hill, which has a spectacular view of downtown Dayton. Throughout the evening, open bars are available, along with specialty bubbles, martinis and bourbon selections.

TICKETS

Advance reservations are required for Art Ball. Tickets go on sale April 15 for members and April 17 for non-members. For questions in the meantime, please contact Audrey Starr, signature events coordinator, at astarr@daytonart.org or 937-223-5277 x211.

Tickets Pricing

Grand Patron Table $10,000
Includes a table of 10 in a gallery, name displayed on the dining table, and access to the VIP Reception.

Patron Table $5,000
Includes a table of 10 in the Gothic Cloister or the Great Hall, name displayed on the dining table, and access to the Cocktail Reception.

Patron Individual $500
Includes a single dinner seat in the Gothic Cloister or the Great Hall and access to the Cocktail Reception.

ABOUT ART BALL

Art Ball begins at 6 PM with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, followed by an elegant seated dinner in the museum’s favorite spaces. Following dinner, guests will enjoy live music, dancing, open bars, specialty martinis, liqueurs and much more. NEW for 2026! Dinner seating in the galleries has returned, exclusively for VIP guests. VIP guests are also permitted entry to Art Ball for a private reception at 6 PM, with high-end wines and hors d’oeuvres.

Share your Art Ball moments on social media with the hashtag #ArtBall69.

Grand Draw Raffle

Art Ball includes a Grand Draw Raffle as part of its fundraising efforts, with only 600 tickets sold for $100 each. Winners are drawn and announced during Art Ball and notified at the event. Winners need not be present at Art Ball to win. Purchase 3 or more raffle tickets and receive one free Oktoberfest Preview Party Ticket ($100 Value).

The Grand Draw Raffle features prizes valued from $2,500 to $11,250.
Prizes Include:

Mykonos Escape: Sunset Sailing, Wine Country Charm & Villa Luxury
Sailing Excursion, Wine Tasting & Lunch, and 5-Night Stay in a Private Villa for 4. This Experience for 4 Includes:
• Private sunset sailing excursion with Mediterranean dinner and drinks on board
• Wine tasting and lunch at an organic farm in Mykonos, including three wines and fresh, farm-totable cuisine
• 5-night stay in a 2-bedroom, 2-bath private villa with infinity pool, terrace and daily maid service
• Winspire booking & concierge service — stress-free planning from start to finish

Retail Value: $11,250

Frederique Constant Stainless Steel 39mm, Highlife Automatic COSC Date, Blue Dial, Stainless Steel Bracelet with Extra Blue Rubber Strap & Case
Retail Value $2,500

Mikimoto Cultured Akoya Pearl and Diamond Drop Earrings
These dazzling 6mm akoya pearl earrings by Mikimoto are crafted from 18k white gold and feature 0.14 total carats of diamonds.

Retail value $2,950