Join us for our First Annual Artreach 4 Kids Gala  on Jan 26th 7pm-10pm (doors open at 6:30pm).

Top Reasons Why YOU will want to attend this eventful evening!
Chance to Win an Evening at the Umstead Hotel and Spa and various door prizes! 
People's Choice Awards!
Delicious Local Food! (serving heavy Hors 'dOeuvres and desserts)
High Quality Wine & Chocolate Tasting! read more

Join us for our First Annual Artreach 4 Kids Gala  on Jan 26th 7pm-10pm (doors open at 6:30pm).

Top Reasons Why YOU will want to attend this eventful evening!
Chance to Win an Evening at the Umstead Hotel and Spa and various door prizes! 
People's Choice Awards!
Delicious Local Food! (serving heavy Hors 'dOeuvres and desserts)
High Quality Wine & Chocolate Tasting!
Amazing line up of Live Entertainment provided by Local Musical Artists
Opportunity to purchase Local Art, Services and Merchandise in the Silent Auction
Learn WHY ART matters and support this community reaching initiative to empower self discovery & enhance education & personal growth through ART.  
Be INSPIRED!
This is a unique  opportunity for guests to vote for their favorite Aspiring Artists and purchase customized artwork featuring these limited-time editions. Local celebrity judges will be invited to critique and score the photo entries for Artist of the Year. Winners will be recognized at the Gala and Awards will be presented to Artist of the Year, Peoples Choice and Top Featured Artist.
Wine provided by The Wine Feed: thewinefeed.com
A Local Wine Shop located in the Glenwood South District of Raleigh. Offering a limited selection of constantly changing high quality wines and connecting with their customers by hosting tastings which provide thesocial aspect and interaction between Wine Lovers and Wine Makers!
Jazz it up with the Soulful and sultry, Kim Arrington: kimarrington.com
A singer you just don't want to miss. If you haven't been graced with her performances before, you are in for a very special treat! Singing since the age of 4, by 7 years of age Kim was composing her own songs.
The best cover band in Raleigh, NC -bar none. The Lawn Darts: thelawndartsrock.com  
Comprised of professional musicians who have been on the scene for many years, the Lawn Darts provide a complete sound and light show as well as the best music from today and years past. The Lawn Darts will bring a complete entertainment package ready to rev you up and get you movin'!
***An invitation is NOT required. Anyone 21 years or older is welcome.
Purchase Tickets by December 31 to receive $10 off and be entered to win an evening of unparalleled luxury!
One-night stay at The Umstead Hotel and Spa
In every corner of this hotel and 12-acre grounds, there is something beautiful waiting to be discovered. The Umstead Hotel is more than a place to stay; it is a place to be changed for the better.
Signature Forbes Five Star, AAA Five Diamond  restaurant,  Herons, serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch
The Umstead Spa, a 14,000 square-foot spa featuring ten treatment rooms, men’s and ladies relaxation lounges including sauna, steam and whirlpool and a coed relaxation lounge and meditation garden
10,000 square-feet of elegant  meeting  and  event  space featuring natural light and original artwork
Also receive complimentary breakfast for 2 at the Umstead's world-class restaurant.
Herons has been recognized by Food & Wine, Condé Nast Traveler, and Southern Living, in addition to receiving numerous accolades and awards including Five Stars from Forbes Travel Guide and Five Diamonds from AAA.
General Admission Tickets*
$30 pre-purchase before Decemeber 31st ! (Grand Prize Entry)
$40 at the door
$5 cash bar available
* General admission tickets include event entry, Wine & Choc Tasting, Heavy Hors d'Oeuvres, Photo booth Ticket

VIP Tickets**
$50 pre-purchase before December 31st!   (Grand Prize Entry)
$60 at the door         |
** VIP tickets include free beverages (including the VIP food and bar stations), photobooth and Caricature tickets, Special VIP Hosts to serve you throughout the evening.