Downtown Dayton Partnership

Dayton Society of Artists Fundraiser: When Rabbits Fly
2026-06-27 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | 18 N. Jefferson St., 18 N. Jefferson St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Join the Dayton Society of Artists for When Rabbits Fly, a one-night-only exhibition and celebration of artists, creativity, and community on Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 118 N Jefferson Street in downtown Dayton.
The evening will feature artwork by local and regional artists alongside live figure drawing, collaborative painting, artist interviews, auctions, music, and live art-making throughout the evening.
All artwork included in the exhibition will be available for purchase, with 70% of proceeds going directly to the participating artists.
Music throughout the evening will be provided by DJ Kimyon of Future Is Now X.
Rodney Veal will serve as emcee for the evening, with keynote remarks by Commissioner Mary McDonald.
Guests will enjoy hors d’oeuvres and desserts by Sama’s Sweet Kitchen, a cash bar, swag bags, and an evening filled with artwork, music, and conversation.
FEATURED LIVE FIGURE ARTISTS

Erin Smith Glenn
Jimi Jones
Greg Dearth

Figurative works created during the evening will be auctioned in support of the Dayton Society of Artists.
EXQUISITE CORPSE COLLABORATION
Featuring:

Ariel White
Bil Tipton
Marco Vera

Collaborative works created during the evening will be auctioned in support of the Dayton Society of Artists.
EVENT FEATURES

Exhibition of Local & Regional Artwork
Silent Auction
Live Auction
Live Figure Drawing
Collaborative Painting
Recorded Artist Interviews
DJ + Music Throughout the Evening
Swag Bags

TICKETS
$45 General Admission
FOOD & DRINK
Hors d’oeuvres and desserts by Sama’s Sweet Kitchen
Cash Bar Available
PARKING
Nearby parking available at:
124 E 2nd Street
$3 Flat Rate Parking
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Sponsorship opportunities are available for individuals, businesses, and organizations interested in supporting the Dayton Society of Artists.
For sponsorship information:
director@daytondsa.org
EVENT DETAILS
Saturday, June 27, 2026
6:00–9:00 PM
118 N Jefferson Street
Dayton, Ohio
Proceeds from the evening support Dayton Society of Artists exhibitions, artist opportunities, and community programming.
Tickets: https://daytondsa.org/event-6691087
