NCA Presents: A Night to Give, A Night to Shine!

NCA Presents: A Night to Give, A Night to Shine!

Saturday, December 6, 2025

3:00–7:00 PM

3840 York Street, Denver, CO 80205

All Ages Welcome

A Celebration of Youth Power, Community Joy, and Creative Purpose

New Cottage Arts is proud to present A Night to Give, A Night to Shine — a powerful, first-of-its-kind celebration that honors what’s possible when we invest in young people’s creativity.

This is more than a fundraiser. It’s an immersive experience that invites you to step inside the transformative world of youth arts education — to cheer on student performers, create alongside young artists, and witness the brilliance of Denver’s next generation of culture-makers.

Why Attend?

• See NCA in Action – Open-house format engaging attendees with live performances by youth from our year-round arts and music programs
• Collect Original Art – Bid on one-of-a-kind and commissioned works created by NCA students. Proceeds go directly back to the youth artists and families.
• Create Something New – Join interactive, youth-led art and music workshops for all ages
• Celebrate Community – Enjoy live art making, music, food, and a community impact wall showcasing the power of arts education
• Make an Impact – 100% of funds raised will support free, year-round arts and music programming for Denver youth, centering mentorship, mental wellness, and cultural equity

At its core, this evening is about more than giving. It’s about trusting youth with the spotlight, celebrating creativity as a force for healing, and building a future where arts education is a public good.

Whether you come to cheer on a student, make a gift, create something new, or simply witness what’s possible when young voices lead — you’ll leave inspired, connected, and ready to shine.

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3:00 PM – Doors Open | Welcome Reception with live music, refreshments, and community mingling

3:15–4:00 PM – Open House-style, self-guided tour of Youth Programs & Performances (see all NCA programs in action)

4:00–5:00 PM – Interactive Youth-Led Workshops (rotating stations in art and music)

5:00–5:30 PM – Live Art Auction: Original & commissioned works by NCA youth

5:30–6:15 PM – Mural & Live Art Demonstrations + Community Impact Wall activity

6:15–6:45 PM – Closing Youth Performance & Community Call-to-Action

6:45–7:00 PM – Final Remarks & Thank-You Celebration

Host or Publisher New Cottage Arts