Thursday, June 4 at 7:00 pm
WHAT IT IS: AHA! is a vibrant celebration and live art auction benefiting Hallwalls Contemporary Art Center. This year's event features immersive art experiences, live entertainment, and exceptional artwork that celebrates more than half a century of our history. With art available at a range of price points, AHA! appeals to both seasoned collectors and first-time buyers.
TICKETS AND BIDDING: The live auction takes place in person inside Asbury Hall at Hallwalls. Bidder registration links will be sent to all ticket holders. Bidder registration is also available in person at the event. Tickets start at just $75 include event experiences, live bidding and open bar.
PROXY BIDDING: Can’t attend the auction in person? Proxy bidding allows you to place advance bids on artwork featured in the AHA! 2026 catalog. Please complete this Proxy Bidder Registration form with your contact information, selected lot number(s), and maximum bid amount(s).
All proxy bidder forms must be submitted by June 2, 2026. Proxy bidders will be contacted by email prior to the auction on June 4, 2026 to receive their official bidder number and complete bidder registration. A valid credit card will be required during bidder registration.
2026 AHA! ARTISTS: Bruce Adams, Laylah Ali, Rebecca Aloisio, Jozef Bajus, Brendan Bannon, Jay Carrier, Markenzy Julius Cesar, Charles Clough, Denton Crawford, Erin Finley, Marion Faller, Dorothy Fitzgerald, Hollis Frampton, Christy Francis, Sussan Giallombardo, Biff Henrich, Deborah Hill, Richard Huntington, David Kramer, Leslie Krims, Suzy Lake, Barbara Lattanzi, Polly Little, Robert Longo & Charles Clough, W.C. Maggio, Michael Mararian, John Massier, Thomas Matyas, Jillian McDonald, Julian Montague, Beverly Pepper, Jon Sasaki, Richard Seehausen, Kathleen Shandraw, Paul Sharits, Sarah Sutton, and Virocode.
Showcasing artwork from Hallwalls' extensive history and the many artists who have exhibited there, AHA! offers pieces at a range of price points, welcoming both seasoned collectors and newcomers to contemporary art.
All proceeds directly support Hallwalls' mission to foster and present innovative, boundary-pushing art.
