Join us at Avant Garden, the Walker’s annual benefit featuring all the spectacular sights and sounds that have earned its title as “party of the year.” Enjoy delectable dining, sip on signature cocktails, place your bid at the premier art auction, or dance the night away at the After Party, featuring live DJ sets from headliner Vagabon and local DJs Tricky Miki and Dub Minus.
As many have come to expect, this highly anticipated evening features nonstop fashion inspiration, unparalleled art, and delightful surprises. This year the party takes place inside the Walker against the backdrop of the iconic Minneapolis Sculpture Garden.
Proceeds support the Walker’s mission to empower people to experience the transformative possibilities of the art and ideas of our time and to imagine the world in new ways.
Looking for fashion inspiration? See photos from last year’s event.
Tickets are now on sale!
Proceeds sustain the Walker’s mission to empower people to experience the transformative possibilities of the art and ideas of our time and to imagine the world in new ways.
TICKETING
Platinum Table ($25,000) / 5 pm–12 midnight – SOLD OUT
Package for 10 guests
Cocktail reception, gourmet full-service dinner at a seated table with premier placement in the Walker galleries, silent art auction, performance by Floating Trio and live program. Includes admission to the After Party.
Gold Table ($20,000) / 5 pm–12 midnight – SOLD OUT
Package for 10 guests
All of the above, with preferred placement.
Silver Table ($15,000) / 5 pm–12 midnight – SOLD OUT
Package for 10 guests
All of the above, with general placement.
Dinner ticket ($1,500) / 5 pm–12 midnight – SOLD OUT
For one guest
All of the above, with open seating.
After Party ticket ($150) / 8:30 pm–12 midnight – SOLD OUT
For one guest
Enjoy the legendary late-night party experience including two drink tickets, and late-night treats..
Bottle Service Lounge ($2,500 / $5,000) / 8:30 pm–12 midnight
Add to any experience. Reserved lounge and unlimited drinks near the dance floor. Seats 6 or 12 ticket holders.
AVANT GARDEN 2023 CO-CHAIRS
Cara Deanes
Christopher Hermann
Greg Stenmoe
AUCTION CO-CHAIRS
Lindsey Christensen
Jennifer Phelps
BIPOC ARTIST FUND CO-CHAIRS
Richard Moody
Joy Quaidoo
SPONSORSHIP CO-CHAIRS
Chris Haqq
Aaron Mack
Jeff Sunberg
TABLE COMMITTEE
Mark Addicks, Co-chair
Tara Dev, Co-chair
Karen Heithoff, Co-chair
Marion Parke
Peter Prudden
TICKET COMMITTEE
Chris McDuffie, Co-chair
Vanessa McDuffie, Co-chair
Jahna Peloquin, Co-chair
Aika Shoo, Co-chair
Cornel Beard
Susan Blaska
Lindahl
Karen Caldwell
Kerry Ciardelli-Chevalier
Christopheraaron Deanes
Amy DuCharme
Davee Ek
Gabrielle Grier
Ana Haqq
Jennifer Hornig
Janelle MacLean
Anise Mazone
Nikki McComb
Natalie Morrow
Adair Mosley
Anne Paape
Bryan Pieper
Nadege Souvenir
Robert Spikings
Nicole Sunberg
Wynne Reece
