Special Events

Hosted each November in New York City, the Fall Gala honors Dia Art Foundation's dedication to initiating, supporting, presenting, and preserving extraordinary art projects in Beacon, New York City, and beyond. Dia's largest annual fundraiser, the Gala provides pivotal support for all of Dia's programs, and information about purchasing tickets or tables is available by calling 212.293.5602.

The 2009 Fall Gala will be held on Friday, November 6th.

Each May at the Spring Benefit, Dia celebrates the anniversary of its acclaimed museum, Dia:Beacon, Riggio Galleries. The museum opened in 2003 in a former Nabisco box printing factory in Beacon, New York as a home for Dia's renowned collection. Funds raised through the Benefit support Dia:Beacon's exhibitions and programs, and the 2009 event featured Merce Cunningham Dance Company’s final performance at Dia:Beacon.

The 2010 Spring Benefit will be held in May 2, 2010.

Every fall, Dia celebrates its home in the Hudson Valley at the Dia:Beacon Cocktail. An opportunity for cultural leaders, business professionals, and Dia supporters from the Hudson Valley to share an early evening of conversation within the unique setting of the galleries and garden at Dia:Beacon, the Cocktail supports Dia:Beacon's programs and exhibitions. Information about purchasing tickets is available by calling 845.440.0100, ext. 19.

The 2009 Dia:Beacon Cocktail will be held on Thursday, September 24th.