An evening of elegance, exclusivity, and imagination awaits.

The Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center invites you to the inaugural Gala for the Arts, Southwest Florida’s most anticipated cultural event, a night where high fashion, fine art, and philanthropy converge in breathtaking harmony.

Inspired by the world-renowned Met Gala, this annual event transforms the SBDAC into a stage for bold creativity and refined glamour. Each year explores a different art movement; in 2026, we present Surrealism Soiree, where designers, artists, and performers transport guests into a dreamlike world of creativity and wonder.

From a red-carpet entrance to immersive installations and a decadent dining experience, the Art Gala offers an unparalleled evening for discerning patrons of the arts. Guests will mingle with cultural leaders, collectors, and tastemakers while supporting SBDAC’s mission to expand access to the transformative power of the arts across Southwest Florida.

This is not just an event. It is an experience of prestige, vision, and legacy

More information and tickets coming soon!