Join us for the Celebration of the Arts Gala…
One of Howard County’s premier fundraising events and an important showcase for local performing and visual artists who help enhance our quality of life. Enjoy a fun-filled evening of art and entertainment featuring culinary delights courtesy of local restaurants, a fine art auction of local artwork, and incredible performances by rising and guest stars. This event is our main source of private and corporate funding and helps to support our grant and scholarship programs, as well as our education programs for children and adults throughout the year.
The 27th annual Celebration of the Arts will be held at the Horowitz Visual & Performing Arts Center at Howard Community College on Saturday, November 2, 2024 from 6-10pm.
Celebration 2024 will kick off with a 2-hour reception where guests will have the opportunity to bid on artwork from the Art Auction and indulge in the delicious creations of some of Howard County’s best culinary artists. At 8pm, guests will take their seats in the Smith Theatre where they will enjoy the Rising Star Competition which will feature Howard County’s best performing artists and applaud the significant contributions of Howie Award honorees who create, teach, and support the arts in our community. At the end of the evening, our audience will cast their vote for this year’s winner of the $5,000 cash prize!
Tickets go on sale August 1, 2024.