Art Affair 2025 is presented by:

VIP Admission includes:

- 6pm entry to the event

- Exclusive first look at Live auction items with docent guide

- Live and silent auction preview

- Annual “To & Through" Scholarship award

- Food and signature drinks from WNC’s top chefs and mixologists

- Live entertainment by top-notch regional musicians and DJs

General Admission includes:

- 6:45pm entry to the event

- Live and silent auction preview

- Annual “To & Through" Scholarship award

- Food and signature drinks from WNC’s top chefs and mixologists

- Live entertainment by top-notch regional musicians and DJs

We can't wait to see you all sparkle and glimmer as we celebrate our beloved Asheville, highlight local creatives, and collaboratively uplift OpenDoors students and families.

This year's theme is “Ripple Effect” - from small acts of compassion to heroic deeds and monetary donations at all levels, our shared commitment sends big waves of positive impact throughout our region.

We’re thrilled to host Art Affair 2025 at the Historic Downtown Masonic Temple, where the charm of intimate, stunning spaces sets the perfect backdrop. With limited capacity and our event selling out each year, don’t wait — secure your tickets now!

What is Art Affair?

OpenDoors’ annual Art Affair fundraiser celebrates students while raising awareness and critical funds to eliminate the race-based opportunity and achievement gap in the Asheville community.

Proceeds directly support OpenDoors students moving to and through college and career by providing increased access to education, enrichment, and other critical resources.

Thanks to generosity of donors, supporters, artists, and local businesses, last year’s Art Affair raised $340,000 for OpenDoors Asheville, which led to an increase in our students served, hours of tutoring, students at summer camp, and so much more.

Event highlights include:

Live and mobile auctions featuring extraordinary artwork and experiences donated by area artists and supporters

Annual “To & Through” scholarship and Laureate of the Year awards
Food and signature drinks from WNC’s top chefs and mixologists
Live entertainment by top-notch regional musicians and DJs

And so much more!

Interested in an Art Affair Corporate Sponsorship?

6 VIP Art Affair Tickets
6 General Admission Art Affair Tickets
2 Reserved Parking spots
Reserved seats at the live auction for each ticket
Logo/Recognition on pre-event promotional materials, social media, event signage, and press releases
Logo/Recognition in event program
Logo/Recognition on OpenDoors Art Affair website
Logo/Recognition on banner displayed at the Art Affair
Ad in Event Program - Full Page
Special promotion before and during the event
4 VIP Art Affair Tickets
6 General Admission Art Affair Tickets
2 Reserved Parking spots
Reserved seats at the live auction for each ticket
Logo/Recognition on pre-event promotional materials, social media, event signage, and press releases
Logo/Recognition in event program
Logo/Recognition on OpenDoors Art Affair website
Logo/Recognition on banner displayed at the Art Affair
Ad in Event Program - Half-Page
2 VIP Art Affair Tickets
4 General Admission Art Affair Tickets
1 Reserved Parking spots
Reserved seats at the live auction for each ticket
Logo/Recognition on pre-event promotional materials, social media, event signage, and press releases
Logo/Recognition in event program
Logo/Recognition on OpenDoors Art Affair website
Logo/Recognition on banner displayed at the Art Affair
Ad in Event Program - Quarter Page
Fairness and Equity Supporter - $2,500
4 General Admission Art Affair Tickets
Reserved seats at the live auction for each ticket
Logo/Recognition on pre-event promotional materials, social media, event signage, and press releases
Logo/Recognition in event program
Logo/Recognition on OpenDoors Art Affair website
2 General Admission Art Affair Tickets
Reserved seats at the live auction for each ticket
Logo/Recognition in event program
Logo/Recognition on OpenDoors Art Affair website