Just a few of the nominees for The Mayor’s Ball for the Arts, where the community will honor and celebrate local artists. (Courtesy Riverside Arts Council)
The Riverside Arts Council will hold its annual Mayor's Ball for the Arts on Saturday, April 5, at the Barbara and Art Culver Center of the Arts, featuring an "Alice in Wonderland" theme. The event will be a themed gala for the first time since their hiatus during the pandemic.
The fundraiser will recognize local artists through a community voting system. Artists nominated and voted for by community members will receive awards at the event, where winners will be announced.
The event will include an opportunity to draw with artwork from local artists, a silent auction, food, drinks, and entertainment. Attendees are encouraged to dress as characters from Lewis Carroll's classic tale.
The Mayor's Ball represents a significant tradition for Riverside's arts community, combining celebration with fundraising for local arts programs.
Established in 1977, the Riverside Arts Council (RAC) serves as the county's central arts agency and California Arts Council partner. The organization provides arts-related services, education and outreach throughout the region.
Proceeds from the Mayor's Ball support RAC's programming, including neighborhood revitalization projects and initiatives aimed at increasing access to the arts in underserved communities.
More information:Tickets for the Mayor's Ball are available to the public at riversideartscouncil.com or by calling (951) 680-1345. Individual tickets, tables and sponsorship packages are available.
