Parking is free in the Marina Pacifica parking structure under the Ralphs supermarket and in the street-level lot. The VIP entrance is in the underground parking, and you will enter by Nigel's.

How much are tickets to State of the Arts?

Tickets to the VIP 2nd Annual Nash Bash for State of the Arts 2025 are $100.00 per ticket and include a transaction fee from Eventbrite, so we can receive the full amount of your purchase as a donation to us.

Is there a discount for students or artists?

There will be a BOGO (Buy One, Get One) VIP ticket code available to use for students and artists, which will be available until August 22nd, 2025. This code will be sent out to those on our newsletter.

What is the dress code?

The dress code for this Gala is fun-formal, business casual. If that's a thing! Totally. Let the 80's inspire you. Don't forget your dancing shoes. Do your thing, LBC.

What is the VIP reception?

The Arts Council’s State of The Arts Nash Bash VIP Reception will take place on September 19th,from 5:00pm-6:00pm. Tickets are $100.

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Friday, September 19

FIGHT FOR YOUR RIGHT...TO PARTY: State of the Arts VIP Reception 2025

By Arts Council for Long Beach

Let's celebrate the arts with music, dance, and creativity at our State of the Arts Reception in 2025!

Date and time

Location

Marina Pacifica

6270-6380 Pacific Coast Highway Long Beach, CA 90803

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Agenda

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

First Annual Nash Bash VIP Reception

Philosophy

Tatiana Tate

At this year's State of the Art's VIP reception, we honor James Nash, an ArtsLB Board Member who passed away in November 2023. Mr. Nash was a 30-year Director's Guild of America member, an Emmy Award...

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

State of The Arts 2025

Griselda Suarez

The Arts Council for Long Beach is thrilled to once again host our in-person State of the Arts event honoring the artists, arts advocates, and arts organization that enrich the cultural landscape of ...

8:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Time To PARTY

To close out this incredible night, we have some special performances from various talented acts from Long Beach, along with highlights and unveiling of new mural installations at Marina Pacifica.

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Highlights

1 hour
In person

Refund Policy

No Refunds

About this event

Arts • Fine Art

Welcome to FIGHT FOR YOUR RIGHT TO PARTY: State of the Arts Reception 2025! Join us for a night of creativity and community at Marina Pacifica on Fri Sep 19, 2025 at 5:00 PM. Get ready to immerse yourself in a vibrant atmosphere filled with music, art, and good vibes. This event is all about celebrating the arts and connecting with fellow art enthusiasts. Come mingle, sip on some delicious brews, and groove to the beat of live music. Let's come together to support and appreciate the arts in all its forms. Don't miss out on this unforgettable evening!

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Arts Council for Long Beach

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