ASIAN ART GALA
Benefitting the Asian Art Museum’s educational and artistic initiatives.
Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026 | 5:30 PM–1 AM
Asian Art Museum
200 Larkin Street, San Francisco
5:30 PM | Gala Cocktail Reception & Seated Dinner
Bogart Court | East West Bank Art Terrace
9 PM | After Party
Bogart Court | Bowes Court | Dodson Loggia
Samsung Hall (exclusive to premium ticket holders 9–11 PM)
Questions? Contact [email protected]
GALA DINNER SPONSORSHIPS & TICKETS
5:30 PM | Cocktail Reception and Exhibition Viewing
7:00 PM | Gala Dinner
9:30 PM | Dinner concludes
Includes After Party with access to the exclusive Premium Lounge in Samsung Hall
*Donor-Advised Fund: In accordance with IRS regulations, Gala tickets are not eligible for DAF payments, as tickets fall under the category of goods and services. For more information, please consult with your financial and/or tax advisor.
AFTER PARTY TICKETS
Join us for an extraordinary evening where the Asian Art Museum transforms into a vibrant celebration featuring unlimited cocktails, live music, dancing, and interactive artist installations alongside stunning exhibitions.
Premium tickets include exclusive lounge access with specialty refreshments and private entertainment.
Benefits:
Premium tickets include exclusive lounge access with specialty cocktails and private entertainment.
*Donor-Advised Fund: In accordance with IRS regulations, Gala tickets are not eligible for DAF payments, as tickets fall under the category of goods and services. For more information, please consult with your financial and/or tax advisor.
EVENT INFORMATION
Attire
Black-tie or Formal Cultural Attire
Valet
For Gala Dinner guests and After Party Premium guests:
Complimentary valet parking is located on the east side of Larkin Street, directly in front of the Asian Art Museum. Please drive north on Larkin Street toward McAllister Street.
Rideshare
If you are arriving via a rideshare app, please use 200 Larkin Street as your destination address.
Check-In Process
Guest registration is located at the main entrance of the Asian Art Museum–Chong-Moon Lee Center for Asian Art and Culture. Please provide your name upon arrival, as tickets are not required. Coat check will be available for all guests in Bowes Court.
21+ to Drink
Please bring your photo ID if you wish to order alcoholic beverages from the bars. Please drink responsibly.
Immersive Lighting
Please note that the immersive lighting system located in some areas of the museum includes moving lights, which could trigger a response in some individuals.
Accessibility
The Asian Art Museum is accessible and welcoming to all. Please find detailed information listed on our Accessibility page. If you require further ADA consideration, please let us know at [email protected].
2026 GALA HOST COMMITTEE
GALA CHAIRS
Martha Hertelendy and Lillian Qian
HONORARY COMMITTEE
Akiko Yamazaki
GALA COMMITTEE
Vaishali Chadha
Sandra Cheung
Lillian Chun
Thao Dodson
Sandra Lin-Chiang
Hema Sareen Mohan
Anjali Pichai
Varsha Rao
Michelle Tai
Salle Yoo
Questions? Contact [email protected]
For information on custom sponsorship packages and ways to highlight your company's brand, contact [email protected].
