Art d'Core Gala

Get ready for the 12th Annual Art d’Core Gala, the Arts and Culture party of the year! This sparking signature event will be at the iconic Biltmore Fashion Park, along with a new public art exhibition ushering in Art Detour, a monthlong celebration of the state’s vibrant culture.

You Are Invited!

When: Saturday, March 1, 2025, 6:00 PM (5:00 PM for a VIP Ticket Holder Preview)
Venue: Biltmore Fashion Park, 2502 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix, AZ. 85016
Theme: PRISM

Revered as ‘The Arts and Culture Party of the Year,’ the PRISM-themed gala will transform indoor and outdoor spaces into a dynamic canvas celebrating Arizona’s diverse and innovative artistry, with tickets now available. Guests will immerse themselves in a world of boundless creativity, exploring art in its most radiant, flavorful, fashionable and multifaceted forms. The evening will also unveil the new PRISM exhibition, an extraordinary showcase of artistic talent, which will remain open to the public and offer artworks for sale at Biltmore Fashion Park through March 31 during Art Detour.

Additionally, the gala will recognize three distinguished leaders for their contributions to Arizona’s creative community: Adam Goodman, president and CEO of Goodmans Interior Structures, an arts collector and advocate; Linda Herold, a dedicated supporter, volunteer, social capital builder and a cornerstone of local philanthropy; and Devney Majerle, president and CEO of Downtown Phoenix Inc., a passionate promoter and activist for the growth of Downtown Phoenix, where the arts play a vital role in shaping its future.

“Artlink is thrilled to partner with RED as host of the Art d’Core Gala at the iconic Biltmore Fashion Park, launching our monthlong celebration of Arizona’s creative community,” said Catrina Kahler, Artlink president and CEO. “This immersive showcase of exceptional talent and leadership represents a dynamic arts and culture sector that stimulates communities and economies, sparks innovation, drives tourism, creates beauty and inspires connection.”

Exceptional artistry will also be featured on the plate and swirled in the glass as Artlink partners with renowned chefs on a tasting menu of culinary delights and the Arizona Wine Growers Association to present award-winning wines from the azcentral Arizona Wine Competition. The winner of the competition’s Governor’s Cup, awarded to the best overall wine, will be announced at the event. Jeff Moloznik, senior vice president of development at RED Development, will chair the evening.

“RED has always recognized the transformative power of the arts in shaping vibrant communities,” said Moloznik. “Our longstanding partnership with Artlink, dating back to First Friday in Downtown Phoenix while we were developing CityScape, underscores our commitment to supporting the creative forces that enrich Arizona. We are honored to host the Art d’Core gala and PRISM exhibition at Biltmore Fashion Park, a testament to how art continues to shape our cultural landscape by bringing together diverse voices and celebrating the creativity that defines our state.”

The PRISM exhibition will present the works of talented artists, including members of the Artlink Artist Council and those selected through an open call to Arizona artists: Kenaim Al-Shatti, Laura Spalding Best, Jan Talmadge Davids, Ruby Farias, Cha Gutiérrez, Isadora Hale, Lena Klett, Seneca Kristjonsdottir, Josh Louchheim, Nicole Lyn Olson, Patricia Sannit, Kristin Wesley, Denise Yaghmourian, Hyewon Yoon and more. The exhibition will also feature the debut of the 2025 recipient of The Artist Forward Fund, Valerie Navarette.

Tickets start at $150, with special pricing offered for registered Artlink Articipants. VIP tickets are $350 and include an exclusive preview, creative runway and hosted bar. Sponsorships include VIP tables for parties of 12 and 20 are available for $5,000 and $10,000, respectively. Details on tickets, VIP packages and sponsorships can be found at artlinkphx.org/2025prism. Proceeds will support Artlink’s initiatives to amplify and sustain Arizona’s creative community.

In addition to the gala, the Art Detour event schedule offers art patrons, collectors and art lovers a broad range of ways in which to engage with artists and destinations throughout the state, in partnership with Arizona Commission on the Arts, City of Phoenix Office of Arts and Culture, Office of Phoenix Vice Mayor Ann O’Brien, Visit Phoenix, Valley Metro, Downtown Phoenix Inc., Park Central, FOUND:RE Phoenix Hotel, SRP, Scottsdale Ferrari Art Week, M3F Music Festival, Southern Arizona Sports Tourism & Film Authority, Rose Law Group, R Entertainment and more.

PURCHASE TICKETS TO THE ART D’CORE GALA HERE

All funds raised at this dazzling event support the many innovative Artlink programs and services that help connect artists, businesses, and our community.

2024 HONOREES

At the 11th Annual Art d’Core Gala on Saturday, March 16, 2024 at Phoenix Art Museum, we recognized four arts leaders at this year’s gala: Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego, Owner of Bentley Gallery Bentley Calverley, Associate Vice President at Arizona State University Rick Naimark and Honorary Commander Doris Ong. See the full Honoree announcement here