Save the date for ACT's Sun-Kissed Art Showcase at a new earlier time from 4:00-7:00pm on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at ArtSpace Hartford. This year's Art Grab, featuring emcees Matt Scott & Tracy Julian, will go back to square one showcasing original 12x12 canvases created by local artists. Proceeds will benefit ACT and The Richard B. Fried Fund for ACT, a permanent endowment at the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving. Tickets will go on sale Friday, May 1, 2026, at 10:00am.

Special Features:

Art Grab - Each guest takes home original art
Art Sale - 80% of sales go to the artist, 20% to ACT
Musical entertainment by DJ Jon Eastman
Complimentary beverages and light refreshments
Fun raffle with fabulous prizes

Art Grab - How It Works

Guests arrive at 4:00pm and check-in at the front desk to receive their Art Grab ticket. From 4:00-5:30pm guests can preview art, grab a snack & drink, and mingle with friends throughout the venue.

Starting promptly at 5:30pm, participants will be asked to come forward based on the color of their Art Grab ticket (received at check-in).

Winner's Circle ($500): 1st person to choose in the Art Grab
Exclusive VIP ($250): 2nd group to choose in the Art Grab (10 people)
VIP ($125): 3rd group to choose in the Art Grab (20 people)
General Admission ($75): 4th group to choose in the Art Grab (up to 80 people)

ACT's Sun-Kissed Art Showcase

Tickets on sale May 1st for our 17th Annual Art Grab!