Aspen Art Museum ArtCrush 2026

Each August, at the height of Aspen’s summer season, ArtCrush gathers the world’s foremost collectors, artists, and patrons for the Aspen Art Museum’s signature gala and auction—the institution’s largest annual fundraiser.

The 2025 edition, themed “Celestial Nights,” celebrated its 20th anniversary beneath a sweeping starlit tent. Guests enjoyed curated wine pairings, immersive media, and a live auction led by Christie’s auctioneer Adrien Meyer, raising over $4 million to support free exhibitions and education programs.

ArtCrush 2025 drew collectors, curators, artists, and patrons from across the U.S. and internationally, with guests flying in from cities like London, Paris, Zurich, New York, Los Angeles, Dallas, and Palm Beach.

Notable names included Glenn Ligon, KAWS, Thelma Golden, Maya Lin, Rashid Johnson, Hans Ulrich Obrist, Mickalene Thomas, Matthew Barney, James Curnin, Nancy Magoon, Jennifer Halegua, Lauren Allday, and Gayle Stoffel.

Beyond the tent, a Christie’s online auction extended participation to global bidders, expanding sponsor visibility across continents.

ArtCrush merges culture, philanthropy, and luxury hospitality—an unparalleled platform for brands seeking association with art, influence, and purpose.