Opening Night

Thursday, July 3, 2025
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People dressed up enjoying an outdoor artist booth Photo by Liz Levy

Be among the first to experience the 2025 Cherry Creek Arts Festival!

Join us for Opening Night, an exclusive sneak peek at this year’s juried artists in an intimate, crowd-free setting. Enjoy a vibrant evening filled with live entertainment, delectable bites, and refreshing beverages as you explore a full block of incredible artists and their work. 

Meet the artists, connect with fellow art lovers, and immerse yourself in creativity before the festival officially begins! 

Don’t miss this unforgettable evening celebrating art,
community, and inspiration!
 

Your participation supports CherryArts’ mission to bring art education to Colorado schools through mobile programs and innovative initiatives. These efforts foster meaningful connections to art, nurture future generations of artists, and highlight the social and mental health benefits of creative expression. 

Ticket Information

Early Bird Opening Night: $90 (until June 6th)

Early Bird Opening Night: + one-day VIP pass: $155 (until June 6th)

Opening Night after June 6th: $110

Opening Night: + one-day VIP pass after June 6th: $175

The Weekend Begins Here

When: Thursday, July 3rd 5pm – 9pm

Where: Detroit Street between 2nd and 3rd Ave. In Cherry Creek North

Attire: Creative Cocktail

Purchase Tickets
Photo of two patrons looking at artwork in an artist booth Photo by Liz Levy

CherryArts Corporate Donor Opportunity: Opening Night

Celebrate the Arts – Be Recognized – Make an Impact
As a Corporate Donor, your business will be recognized during Opening Night, a special evening that kicks off the Festival with artists, patrons, community leaders, and art enthusiasts in attendance. It’s an unparalleled opportunity to showcase your company’s commitment to creativity and community.

Featured Artists

Robert Anderson, Photography
Dennis Angel, Drawing
Brent Bishop, Painting
Bob Bruu, Wood
Ashley Buchanan, Jewelry
Jennifer Cavan, Drawing
Martina Celerin, Fiber
Matt Conlon, Ceramics
Scott Coulter, Painting
Lisa Crowder, Jewelry
Rachel Dory, Drawing, Mixed Media & Painting
Amy Flynn, Mixed Media
Laura Fortune, Jewelry
Arturo Garcia, Painting
Betsy Giberson, Fiber
Gabrielle Gould, Jewelry

Kyle Gowen, Metalworks
Stephen & Bonnie Harmston, Printmaking
Sean Hill, Jewelry
Cali Hobgood, Photography
Xiao Jiang, Painting
Corbett Kesler, Sculpture
Linda Koch, Painting
Andy Koupal, Glass
Jessica Ladd, Painting
Nick Leonoff, Glass
Linda Lewis, Sculpture
Kelly Marshall, Fiber
Brice McCasland, Mixed Media
Kwame Boama Mensa-Aborampa, Painting
Randy O’Brien, Ceramics
Dan Oakleaf, Painting

Arunas Oslapas, Metalworks
Amanda Outcalt, Mixed Media
Dakota Pratt, Sculpture
Jesse Richard, Painting
Ella Richards, Mixed Media
Douglas & Renee Sigwarth, Glass
Marina Terauds, Printmaking
Craig Terry, Mixed Media
Gary Traczyk, Metalworks
Cheri Vilona, Painting
Tyler Voorhees, Mixed Media
Justin Walker & Annie Mohaupt, Wood
Mick Whitcomb, Sculpture
Robert Wing, Wood
Yuliya & Ari Wolf, Fiber