The Whitney Museum of American Art’s annual Art Party is back Tuesday, January 27, 2026!
Hosted by the Museum’s Whitney Contemporaries membership group, Art Party is a celebrated cornerstone of New York’s arts and philanthropy calendar. Young patrons, emerging artists, and guests from the worlds of art, fashion, business, philanthropy, and entertainment are invited to sip crafted cocktails, enjoy passed bites, explore the museum's galleries after hours, and dance into the night. This year, bold style takes the spotlight; guests are encouraged to come dressed in their loudest prints and most vibrant patterns and celebrate bold expression in art, style, and sound.
From 8:30PM to midnight, the evening brings together DJ sets by The Dare and Raúl de Nieves, crafted cocktails, passed bites and after-hours gallery access. This year’s Art Party is sponsored by Aesop, Faena, Libertine and Maestro Dobel Tequila, with proceeds benefiting the Whitney’s Independent Study Program and is co-chaired by Martine Gutierrez, Emma Safir, Steven Beltrani, Alexander Hankin and Micaela Erlanger, marking Erlanger’s tenth year supporting the Art Party.
The Dare - whose debut album What’s Wrong With New York? and downtown DJ sets have become fixtures across fashion and nightlife - has previously soundtracked events for Gucci, Celine and Yves Saint Laurent, making his appearance at the Whitney an exciting extension of his presence at the intersection of music, fashion and culture!
TICKETS
Art Party Tickets
$275 ($225 for Whitney Contemporaries), admits one
Artist Sponsor
$525 ($475 for Whitney Contemporaries), admits one
1 year of WC Membership + 1 ticket to the 2026 Art Party
$775 ($1025 value), admits one
1 year of WC Membership + 2 tickets to the 2026 Art Party
$1000 ($1300 value), admits two
Artist Sponsor ticket purchases support the Whitney in extending complimentary tickets to artists of its choosing. Artist Sponsor ticket buyers will receive VIP entry. With the purchase of two or more Artist Sponsor tickets, you will be listed on the website as part of the Benefit Committee.