Fresh Paint Party Tickets
The Fresh Paint Party is the grand finale of Paint Grand Traverse—and the only opportunity to see all of the artwork created throughout the week in one place. This lively evening brings together artists, collectors, and art lovers for a celebration filled with live music, great conversation, and exceptional art.
As artwork is purchased, it leaves with its new owner and is no longer on view—making this a one-night-only experience you won’t want to miss.
Ticket Options
To best serve both collectors and art lovers, we offer two ticket options:
Purchase Award Ticket (5:00 pm Early Entry)
- This option is ideal for collectors.
- First entry of the evening
- First opportunity to view and purchase artwork
- Attend the Awards Presentation at 5:30 pm
- Includes appetizers and drinks
- The full ticket price is applied as a down payment toward the purchase of a painting. Think of this ticket as getting you into the party for free once you purchase artwork.
- Option to bring a guest for an additional $50 (choose purchase award + guest ticket option)
General Admission (6:00 pm Entry)
- Perfect for those who want to experience the celebration with no commitment to purchase.
- Entry at 6:00 pm
- No obligation to purchase artwork
- Includes one drink ticket and appetizers
- Meet and mingle with the artists
- Enjoy live music throughout the evening
Whether you’re looking to collect or simply soak in the energy of the night, the Fresh Paint Party is an unforgettable celebration of art, community, and creativity.
- PGT 2026 General Admission TicketLocation:Date: Jun 27, 2026Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PMAge Group: AdultCrooked Tree Arts Center322 6th St, Traverse City MI 49684Details
Day: Saturday, June 27
Ages: Adult
Description: Fresh Paint Party General Admission Ticket
$50 Member Early Bird Discount until March 15
Fresh Paint Party General Admission tickets provide entry at 6:00 pm, following the Awards Presentation at 5:30 pm.
This is your one and only chance to see all of the artwork created during Paint Grand Traverse in one place. As pieces are purchased, they leave with their new collectors and will no longer remain on view—making the Fresh Paint Party a truly fleeting, can’t-miss experience.
Your ticket includes one drink ticket and light appetizers, plus the opportunity to meet and mingle with the artists behind the work. Celebrate the close of an unforgettable week of plein air painting, connect with fellow art lovers, and take home a piece of Paint Grand Traverse history.
RegisterPGT 2026 General Admission Ticket Fresh Paint Party: $75Early Bird- PGT 2026 General Admission Member Ticket Price: $50PGT 2026 General Admission Ticket Member Price: $65 - PGT 2026 - Purchase Award + GuestLocation:Date: Jun 27, 2026Time: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PMAge Group: AdultCTAC - Traverse City322 Sixth Street, Traverse City MI 49684Details
Day: Saturday, June 27
Ages: Adult
Description:
Sponsoring a purchase award is your opportunity to be among the first to shop the Paint Grand Traverse juried collection of paintings AND be a part of the Award Ceremony (awards announced at 5:15 before the Fresh Paint Party)! Show your support for the arts, and add original, high quality artwork to your home or business.
A purchase award is a pledge to buy artwork -- think of it like a down payment on your new favorite painting. You can choose from the following amounts: $500, $750, $1000 or $2500. Purchase award ticket holders have the first right to view and select artwork during the Purchase Awards Reception from 5:00-6:00pm on Saturday, June 27 . Then, stay for the Fresh Paint Party 6:00-8:00 as our guest! (You do not need to buy a separate ticket). Any unused purchase award credit is converted to a charitable donation.
Only 40 purchase awards are available! This is a fabulous opportunity for collectors who are certain they will want to buy a piece of PGT artwork!
How it Works:
1) Select a purchase award ticket for $550 (value applied towards purchase of a painting is $500), $750 (value applied towards purchase of a painting is $700), $1050 (value applied towards purchase of a painting is $1,000) or $2550 (value applied towards purchase of a painting is $2500)
2) Attend the Purchase Awards Reception on Saturday, June 27 and choose ("award") your favorite (1) painting.- If the painting you select is priced lower than your purchase award amount, the difference* becomes a tax-deductible donation to Crooked Tree Arts Center.
- If the painting you select is priced higher than your purchase award amount, simply pay the difference.
3) Take your new piece home that evening, or collect it at the end of the exhibit.
Purchase Award Sponsorship perks include:
- Reservation for you and a guest at the Purchase Awards Reception on Saturday, June 27, 2026 from 5:00-6:00pm.
- Be the first to see the entire collection and shop! Meet and mingle with the artists. Be our guests for the awards presentation at 5:30pm.
- After the Purchase Awards Reception, be our guest for the Fresh Paint Party from 6:00-8:00pm, and enjoy refreshmentsand live music Your admittance is included with your purchase award ticket.
*Prices for paintings start at $400, and sales benefit the artist and CTAC. If your purchase award sponsorship exceeds the price of the painting, the balance will support CTAC's year-round arts programming as a tax-deductible donation.
RegisterPGT Purchase Award: $550PGT Purchase Award: $750PGT Purchase Award: $1,050PGT Purchase Award: $2,550 - PGT 2026 - Purchase Award Ticket (one ticket)Location:Date: Jun 27, 2026Time: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PMAge Group: AdultCTAC - Traverse City322 Sixth Street, Traverse City MI 49684Details
Day: Saturday, June 27
Ages: Adult
Description: Paint Grand Traverse Purchase Award Ticket
Summary:
Choosing the Purchase Award Ticket is your opportunity to be among the first to shop the Paint Grand Traverse juried collection of paintings and be a part of the Award Ceremony (awards announced at 5:15 before the Fresh Paint Party)! Show your support for the arts, and add original, high quality artwork to your home or business.
A purchase award is a pledge to buy artwork -- think of it like a down payment on your new favorite painting. You can choose from the following amounts: $500, $750, $1000 or $2500. Purchase award ticket holders have the first right to view and select artwork during the Purchase Awards Reception from 5:00-6:00pm on Saturday, June 27 . Then, stay for the Fresh Paint Party 6:00-8:00 as our guest! (You do not need to buy a separate ticket). Any unused purchase award credit is converted to a charitable donation.
Only 40 purchase awards are available! This is a fabulous opportunity for collectors who are certain they will want to buy a piece of PGT artwork!
How it Works:
1) Sponsor a purchase award for $500, $750, $1000
2) Attend the Purchase Awards Reception on Saturday, June 27 and choose ("award") your favorite (1) painting.- If the painting you select is priced lower than your purchase award amount, the difference* becomes a tax-deductible donation to Crooked Tree Arts Center.
- If the painting you select is priced higher than your purchase award amount, simply pay the difference.
3) Take your new piece home that evening, or collect it at the end of the exhibit.
Purchase Award Sponsorship perks include:
- Reservation for you at the Purchase Awards Reception on Saturday, June 27, 2025 from 5:00-6:00pm. Want to bring a guest? please see the "Purchase Award + guest" ticket option.
- Be the first to see the entire collection and shop! Meet and mingle with the artists. Be our guest for the awards presentation at 5:30pm.
- After the Purchase Awards Reception, be our guest for the Fresh Paint Party from 6:00-8:00pm, and enjoy refreshmentsand live music Your admittance is included with your purchase award ticket.
*Prices for paintings start at $400, and sales benefit the artist and CTAC. If your purchase award sponsorship exceeds the price of the painting, the balance will support CTAC's year-round arts programming as a tax-deductible donation.
RegisterPGT Purchase Award: $500PGT Purchase Award: $750PGT Purchase Award: $1,000PGT Purchase Award: $2,500