the Gala : POP
A private, specially curated, and unrepeatable event — the annual fundraising evening of the Hot Springs Area Cultural Alliance.
Art is not defined
by a person, but
by an experience.
Hot Springs has always had an eye for the extraordinary. On November 7, 2026, that tradition takes the stage for a third act — an exclusive celebration of creativity and culture as the annual fundraising event of the Hot Springs Area Cultural Alliance.
Held at the historic Arlington Hotel Crystal Ballroom, the black-tie event promises a luxurious evening filled with an immersive blend of interactive installations and thought-provoking experiences that push the boundaries of traditional artistic expression.
Guests enjoy an elevated showcase of musicians, visual artists, and performers as they take the runway, along with original, one-of-a-kind works auctioned live. Decadent hors d'oeuvres and premium bar service enhance the evening of indulgence, and professional photography captures the never-to-be-forgotten memory.
Your name, part of the story.
Involvement with the Gala aligns your name with the cultural identity of Hot Springs and directly invests in the artists, organizations, and communities that make this city worth visiting.
Presenting Sponsor
Entertainment Sponsor
Drink Sponsor
Lounge Sponsor
Friends of the Arts
Sponsorships and tickets can be reserved online through our secure fundraising portal. Annual sponsors receive first choice of participation level. Lounges offer reserved seating and are limited.
Create. Connect.
Celebrate.
The Hot Springs Area Cultural Alliance (HSACA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and the force behind Hot Springs as a cultural destination. Since 2013, HSACA has connected artists, organizations, residents, and visitors through free public programming, artist development, and advocacy for the arts as an economic and civic driver — because art is for everyone.
Gallery Walk
Arts & The Park
Artist Network Meetings
the Gala
Help create lasting impact with us.
If you or your organization would like to help create and celebrate Hot Springs arts and culture with us, we welcome your partnership and support of our thriving arts community.