A Farewell to Parks Avenue: Party + Silent Auction

Name: A Farewell to Parks Avenue: Party + Silent Auction
Start: 2026-01-10T18:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-01-10T22:00:00-05:00
Location: Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art

Schedule

Sat Jan 10 2026 at 06:00 pm to 10:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art | Virginia Beach, VA

PARTY + SILENT AUCTION:
Join us for one last unforgettable evening at 2200 Parks Avenue as we raise a glass to the home that has shaped so many Virginia MOCA memories and look ahead to our next chapter on the campus of Virginia Wesleyan University.
Guests will enjoy a lively mix of art, food, music, and behind-the scenes access, including a rare chance to step inside our vault to see decades of Boardwalk Art Show Best-in-Show artworks that will be available through a special silent auction. This is the first and only time the public will experience this space where our exhibitions team has stored and prepared artwork for years. Many of these pieces have lived in our vault for decades, and this moment offers a meaningful chance to reflect on them together and take home a piece of Virginia MOCA’s history as we enter a new era.
The event includes generous food offerings from six local caterers, specialty cocktails, live entertainment, and a few surprises along the way. Proceeds from the event support Virginia MOCA’s exhibitions and education programs as we continue our mission in our new home.
TICKETS
$25 Members
$50 Non-members
After purchasing tickets, guests will receive a link to preview the silent auction ahead of the event. Tickets are non-refundable.
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
FOOD & DRINK
Heavy hors d’oeuvres and tasting stations from Mermaid Catering, Sweetwater Cuisine, Traditions Catering, Chef by Design, Grand Affairs, and Groovin’ Gourmets
One complimentary drink ticket included with admission
Complimentary champagne toast
Featured signature cocktail, beer from Commonwealth Brewing Co. and a curated wine selection
Evening cordials
SILENT AUCTION + VAULT EXPERIENCE*
Silent auction featuring Best-in-Show artworks from past Boardwalk Art Shows along with selections by other featured artists
Rare access to our back-of-house prep areas and the Museum’s art vault
ENTERTAINMENT
Peep the DJ
Live jazz by a Virginia Wesleyan University student ensemble
Tarot card readings by Alan Jelercic
Creative caricatures by Zitman
Gallery talks with featured Where We Meet artists
SPECIAL TOUCHES
Creative dress encouraged
Complimentary valet service provided by Express Valet
Custom lighting by Astro Event Company
Complimentary thank you gift for each attendee
Free raffle entry for a prize pack
Additional raffle tickets available for purchase throughout the night
*Note: These legacy artworks have been formally deaccessioned in line with standards set by the American Alliance of Museums and the Museum’s internal policies and procedures. Proceeds support the direct care of Virginia MOCA’s Dale Chihuly chandelier, an accessioned artwork.