The most anticipated art-immersive dining experience of the Miami Valley party season–a sell-out 3 years running!
Cocktails & Mocktails / 6-course dinner / limited to 100 guests
Secret downtown Dayton location revealed 24 hours before event / attire: GLAM
The Contemporary Dayton’s Art Dinner is an unforgettable evening celebrating the impact of art in Dayton. The evening unfolds with an elegant cocktail hour and seated dinner, with a surprise performance and decor. By supporting The Contemporary Dayton, you play a direction role in ambitious exhibitions, enriching arts education, and vital resources for creatives that center the arts and artists as essential in the community.
Chefs: Casey & Patrick Van Voorhis, Grist Provisions and Resonant
Performance: TheatreLab Dayton, with an original production by Philip Drennen
Design & Decor: Chris “Red” Newman, Cheeky Monkey Designs
SPONSORS
Proceeds from Art Dinner 2025 directly support The Contemporary Dayton’s Arts & Wellness initiatives, which harness the power of art to promote healing, connection, and mental wellbeing. In response to growing national concerns around mental health, isolation, and access to care, The Contemporary Dayton is leading innovative, art-based programs that serve youth, caregivers, and underserved communities throughout the region—because in times like these, art is more than expression—it’s essential.
Masterpiece Sponsor
Scene Setter Sponsor
Palate Partner
The Tastemakers
The Contemporary Dayton’s Art Dinner subscribers who fuel groundbreaking exhibitions and savor exclusive culinary and creative experiences.
Dr. Robert L. Brandt, Jr.
Eva Buttacavoli & Patrick Martin
Susan & Bryan Daly
Susan DeLuca & Sherry Tschudin
Dr. Randall Ralston
Amanda & Sean Ricci
Ann Roberts
Alexis Larsen & Dave Schweitzer
Karen & Dr. Eric Spina
David Strohscher
Additional Support
b-gutsy designs
Belle of Dayton
Cross Street Partners
Dayton/Montgomery County Port
Authority
Grist Provisions
Hilton Garden Inn – Downtown Dayton
Lucho
Partial to Pie Bakery
PrimeTime Party & Event Rental
Ray’s Wine Spirits Grille
Square One Salon & Spa
Table 33
Your support fuels The Contemporary Dayton’s Arts & Wellness programming, connecting art with health and healing across our community.
A Look Back // ECHOES: Art Dinner 2024
Sponsors
Creative & Technology Partners
Culinary & Hospitality Partners
SOLD OUT!
BECOME A TASTEMAKER
Each level receives:
• Name(s) displayed during paddles up program
• Verbal acknowledgement from stage
• Invitations to Member Previews for annual exhibitions
$3,000 (2 Tickets for All 3 Events)
or
$1,500 (2 Tickets for Your Choice of 2 Events // or Donate Your Ticket(s) to an Emerging Artist or Donor)
Gnocchi & Gnudi Masterclass with Chef Casey // Grist Provisions // Sun, Sep 21, 2025 // TIME TBD
SPETTACOLO! Art Dinner 2025 // Secret downtown Dayton location // Mon, Oct 6, 2025 // 6:30-10 P
Studio Soiree with Amy Deal // Amy & Kevin invite us into their converted historic open-plan home/studio for an intimate evening of food and art. // Oregon District // Sat, Nov 15, 2025 // 6:30-10 P