In 2021 Artists in Arms was founded to provide community and opportunity to Veterans with an interest in the arts. Established artists and those just beginning to explore their creative sides are equally welcomed and encouraged to participate in the various programs offered by Artists in Arms. From locally hosted gallery showings to just-for-fun artistic collaborations, Artists in Arms is dedicated to creating a space for those who served our country to be creative, find much-needed camaraderie, and serve their community through the arts. Together we are changing assumptions about who can be an artist, and what a Veteran looks like. As a Veteran-run organization, we understand the unique challenges that Veterans face as they transition back into civilian life and we know that those who choose to pursue the arts have additional roadblocks to success. Artists in Arms is here to help creative Veterans navigate those obstacles and provide a community for them to lean on.

For our annual fundraiser, we have chosen to host an "Anti-Gala" which is a similar format to a traditional Gala event but aimed at being more accessible and more laid back. At "Crawfish & Colors" you won't be expected to wear a tux, or arrive in a limo, or spend your hard-earned cash on plated dinners that never seem to have enough bread...

Instead, you can show up in your jeans and t-shirts, (or your stretchiest pants depending on how many lbs of crawfish you can eat) and kick back with us while checking out art created by our members, taking photos with Sgt. Bubbles, and enjoying food, music, and camaraderie with some of our nation's most talented service members.

We truly cannot wait to see you at Senate Avenue Brewing on Sunday, April 7th.

Crawfish and Colors Ticket Prices:

1. General Admission: $50

Each General Admission ticket will include:

2 drinks from the brewery (craft beer, ciders, seltzers)
3 lbs of crawfish and sides (there will be alternative food available at the brewery for those who do not want crawfish)

2. VIP Ticket: $100

Each VIP ticket to the event will include:

3 drinks from the brewery (craft beer, ciders, seltzers)
ALL YOU CAN EAT CRAWFISH (you will receive a wristband at the door and you will be asked not to share with other guests)

*Drink tokens and wristbands will be given out when your ticket is scanned at the door.

*Extra Crawfish will be available for purchase at the event separately.

*All attending will receive a door prize ticket for fun items during the event.

*If you would like to attend and sponsor the event "Sponsorship Packages Available (See Below)"

Other Ways to Participate

Attend our 2025 Crawfish and Colors Anti-Gala! https://givebutter.com/c/2ndcrawfishandcolors

Sponsor the Event

Learn about this event's Sponsorship Benefits and Get your event Sponsorship Package

Sponsor Artists in Arms

Learn about Sponsorship Benefits and Register as a Sponsor.

Questions?

Please get in touch with Amelia Templeton at info@artistsinarms.org

Thank You to Our Sponsors!

Houston Zoo Family Membership