Eye 4 Art 2026 Opening Reception

Eye 4 Art 2026 Opening Reception

Reception: October 23, 2026 | 7:00 – 9:00 pm

Eye for Art is a juried exhibition, sale and celebration of the visual arts community in Chatham-Kent. The original Eye for Art was held in 1983. Through the years, it has evolved into the much-loved event we know today. The exhibition is open to all past and present residents of Chatham-Kent.

Timeline (October 23rd 7:00 – 9:00pm)

7:00 PM: Doors Open & Reception Begins

• • Bar and food stations open immediately
  • Voting begins: Guests receive ballots upon entry, view artwork, mingle
  • MC speaks
  • Entertainment, Phil Jacobs

7:40 PM: Last Call for Voting

7:50 PM: Voting Closes & Ballot Counting Begins

8:10 PM: Land Acknowledgement followed by MC introducing Sponsors + Speeches

• • Sponsor 1 speaks
  • Sponsor 2 speaks

8:20 PM: Awards Ceremony

• • Awards of Excellence
  • People’s Choice Awards
  • Photo opportunities

8:35 PM: Final Mingling & Last Call

9:00 PM: Event Concludes