Join the Dayton Society of Artists for When Rabbits Fly, a one-night-only exhibition and celebration of artists, creativity, and community on Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 118 N Jefferson Street in downtown Dayton.
The evening will feature artwork by local and regional artists alongside live figure drawing, collaborative painting, artist interviews, auctions, music, and live art-making throughout the evening.
All artwork included in the exhibition will be available for purchase, with 70% of proceeds going directly to the participating artists.
Music throughout the evening will be provided by DJ Kimyon of Future Is Now X.
Rodney Veal will serve as emcee for the evening, with keynote remarks by Commissioner Mary McDonald.
Guests will enjoy hors d’oeuvres and desserts by Sama’s Sweet Kitchen, a cash bar, swag bags, and an evening filled with artwork, music, and conversation.
FEATURED LIVE FIGURE ARTISTS
• Erin Smith Glenn
• Jimi Jones
• Greg Dearth
Figurative works created during the evening will be auctioned in support of the Dayton Society of Artists.
EXQUISITE CORPSE COLLABORATION
Featuring:
• Ariel White
• Bil Tipton
• Marco Vera
Collaborative works created during the evening will be auctioned in support of the Dayton Society of Artists.
EVENT FEATURES
• Exhibition of Local & Regional Artwork
• Silent Auction
• Live Auction
• Live Figure Drawing
• Collaborative Painting
• Recorded Artist Interviews
• DJ + Music Throughout the Evening
• Swag Bags
TICKETS
$45 General Admission
FOOD & DRINK
Hors d’oeuvres and desserts by Sama’s Sweet Kitchen
Cash Bar Available
PARKING
Nearby parking available at:
124 E 2nd Street
$3 Flat Rate Parking
Proceeds from the evening support Dayton Society of Artists exhibitions, artist opportunities, and community programming.
