The DCA Gala: A Night of Art & Philanthropy is a ticketed, formal event that will be held at Valleywood Golf Course in Apple Valley, MN, on Saturday, October 18, 2025. The purpose of this event is to promote and celebrate the work of local, Minnesota artists and to support the growth of our organization.

Works available for purchase during the gala’s live auction event will be on display beginning Thursday, August 28th, both in-person at Valleywood and online using Givebutter through the reception event. Works on display in-person will be auctioned at the ticketed, live event only, but those on display online only will be available for bidding by the public between 8am-8pm Saturday, October 18th.

All funds raised for this event will go toward expanding DCA programming in 2026. Such initiatives will include additional Terry B. Davis Scholarships for high school seniors and an emerging artist fellowship program. With your support, we look forward to expanding our programming and creating meaningful experiences for artists and the public alike!