Ticket Information

Order individual tickets online thru EventBrite.com

To reserve a standard table or "Friends of the Short North" table, please contact the Short North Alliance office at 614.299.8050 or Info@ShortNorth.org. Tables seat 10 guests.

All ticket orders will be held at WILL CALL under the name of the person placing the order. No tickets will be sent in advance. Order confirmations will be sent via email.

About the Event

The Gala is a highly experiential affair that immerses guests in the flavors and spirit of the Short North Arts District. The evening begins with cocktails, hors’ dourves and entertainment just outside the Hilton Ballroom. Following cocktails, the celebration transitions to the Hilton's striking (and spacious!) ballroom, where the evening shifts to a higher gear as acclaimed Short North chefs take center stage to create a one-night-only culinary masterpiece. Partners will include: Gallerie Bar & Bistro, The Pearl, Basi Italia, Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams, L'Antibes, Marcella's and many more!

Entertainment

Throughout the evening, talented entertainers will give unforgettable performances that are quintessentially Short North. These performers include: the New Orleans Dixieland band The Good Time Charleys, Short North Stage, Columbus Moving Company, and cabaret performers Debé and Shane.

Frame-able art prints from the Short North Galleries will be given to each guest at dinner, and opportunities to participate in the Short North Arts District’s latest Public Art Project will happen throughout the evening.

Awards

2014 Unsung Heroes -Recognizing individuals who enrich the Quality of Life in the Short North and Columbus through their volunteer efforts and contributions behind the scenes to advance Art, Community, Diversity and the Short North Spirit. This year's Unsung Heroes are:

Andrew Levitt & Chris Equizi, performers Nina West & Virginia West

Carmen Owens, owner of Surly Girl Saloon

Ralph Rosenfield, public art advocate

2014 Business Beacon Award - Recognizing those who have served as catalysts to bring a broad range of visitors to the District and have inspired others to invest in and nurture the Short North Arts District. This year's Business Beacon Award is:

Sharon Weiss Gallery

2014 Architectural Star - Recognizing those who have significantly advanced the Short North landscape through architectural design related to property development, renovation, or improvement. This year's Architectural Start is:

Wagenbrenner Development & Elford Development for The Hub

2014 District Partner Award - Recognizing those who have deep collaborations with the Short North Arts District resulting in significant advancement of the District success in commerce and quality of life.This year's District Partner Award is:

Experience Columbus under the leadership of Brian Ross