Art After Dark
SAVE THE DATE!
Art After Dark
November 14, 2025 at Locust Grove
6–9 PM
Art After Dark is The Art Effect’s signature fundraising event, offering immersive art experiences, culinary delights, and cocktails with a creative twist. The support we receive from and at Art After Dark helps fund our mission to empower youth to develop their artistic voices, shape their futures, and drive positive social change.
Each year, The Art Effect honors inspiring community and arts leaders and a local organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals and families in Poughkeepsie and the greater Hudson Valley. These honorees are recognized for their dedication and support of initiatives that foster youth development and drive positive social change. This year, we are celebrating Ester Wells, (Alumni Honoree), Jode Millman (Individual Honoree), and Marshall+Sterling (Business Honoree) and their shared commitment to empowering youth through the arts at the 7th Annual Art After Dark Gala.
Art After Dark Mission
Art After Dark is our biggest fundraiser of the year and a chance to celebrate outstanding community and arts leaders and local organizations, while also exposing attendees to the magic, creativity, and impact of The Art Effect’s distinctive model of arts education.
Become an Art After Dark Sponsor
Position your brand as a champion of creativity, youth empowerment, and community impact by purchasing a sponsorship for this unique event.
Businesses and individuals can also purchase congratulatory and marketing ads in the virtual Art After Dark event program.
2025 Sponors
