Established in 1952 as the Beaux Arts Ball, the Color Ball fundraiser is a major source of revenue for the AAAC. Over 500 art supporters dressed in their finest monochromatic regalia come together annually for Asheville’s most talked-about party of the year!

Each year a different color is chosen, and Asheville Area Arts Council takes that color to the extreme! From decor to cocktails and even the guests, the entire evening is saturated with the theme color. The Color Ball features live painting and performances like you’ve never seen before in Asheville! From musical and dance performances to acrobatics and face-painting, the excitement of this arts-filled event is palpable.

Proceeds from the Color Ball directly support AAAC’s year-round programming, newly re-vitalized to enhance the capacity and impact of the local creative sector. The Asheville Area Arts Council is a 501(c)(3) non-profit institution whose mission is to strengthen the vitality and visibility of the creative community through advocacy, support and exposure.

Click the links below for information on past Color Balls:

2011: The Turquoise Ball
2010: The Crystal Ball
2008: The Purple Ball
2006: The Red Ball
2005: The Green Ball