Events
Off the Wall 2025
Enjoy open bars, gourmet fare from local restaurants and LA’s best food trucks, DJ sets from KCRW DJ and Armory Alumni Ro "Wyldeflower" Contreras, and so much more. Funds raised will support Armory education and exhibition programs, with 10% of net proceeds supporting the Armory's emergency relief fund for staff and teaching artists that lost homes in the Eaton Fire.
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Become an Off the Wall Sponsor
Please consider becoming an individual or business sponsor of Off-the-Wall. Please scroll down for sponsor levels and exclusive sponsor benefits. Thank you for your support!
| $50,000 |
THE VANGUARD
Your $50,000 sponsorship gift could provide 1,000 local students with access to “See Art, Make Art” field trips to the Armory ($48,500 is tax-deductible)
20 benefit tickets • Visual on-screen recognition during benefit • 8 complimentary Armory memberships • Verbal recognition from stage during benefit • Logo placement on step and repeat • Inclusion in social media and press release • Recognition with benefit invitation
| $25,000 |
CONCEPTUALIST
Your $25,000 sponsorship gift could provide annual art-making supplies for all of the Armory’s programs for our off-site community art classes ($24,100 is tax-deductible)
12 benefit tickets • Visual on-screen recognition during benefit • 6 complimentary Armory memberships • Verbal recognition from stage during benefit • Logo placement on step and repeat • Inclusion in social media and press release • Recognition with benefit invitation
| $10,000 |
EXPRESSIONIST
Your $10,000 sponsorship gift could provide teaching artist instruction for 40 K-5th grade classroom field trips for a year ($9,400 is tax-deductible)
8 benefit tickets • Visual on-screen recognition during benefit • 4 complimentary Armory memberships • Verbal recognition from stage during benefit • Logo placement on step and repeat
| $5,000 |
MODERNIST
Your $5,000 sponsorship gift could provide 25 guest speaker honoraria for exhibition- related public events such as panel discussions, readings, and screenings ($4,550 is tax-deductible)
6 benefit tickets • Visual on-screen recognition during benefit • 2 complimentary Armory memberships
| $2,500 |
CONSTRUCTIVIST
Your $2,500 sponsorship gift could provide six teens with ten week studio artmaking classes at no cost as part of our needs-based financial assistance program ($2,200 is tax-deductible)
4 benefit tickets • Visual on-screen recognition during benefit • 1 complimentary Armory membership
OTHER SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Would you like to support the Armory in a manner or level not listed above? Please contact Development Manager Amber Hawkins to discuss custom sponsorship opportunities at [email protected] or (626) 792-5101 x141.
Off the Wall FAQs
What is the Date and Location?
Off the Wall will take place Saturday, May 31, from 6:00 to 9:00 PM at the Armory (145 N. Raymond Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91103)
Where do I park?
Parking details will be provided to you closer to the event date. For a safe and seamless experience, we encourage guests to use a designated driver or rideshare.
Do I need physical or electronic tickets?
No, your name and any guest names will be held at will call at the Armory on the day of the event.
What can I expect at this year’s benefit?
Join us for an unforgettable evening of art, entertainment, delicious bites, and cocktails! The event kicks off at 6:00 PM with a vibrant cocktail reception, DJs, and a spectacular silent auction featuring works by over 30 of Southern California’s most dynamic artists. Sip on complimentary craft cocktails while placing your silent bids, and enjoy delectable offerings from some of Southern California’s best food trucks.
What is the attire?
Artful and creative attire is encouraged, let your imagination take you there!
How Do I Bid on Art?
This year, we will be using Handbid for the silent auction. The silent auction will open on May 21 and close on the evening of the Benefit (May 31). You will need to register with Handbid to bid on art. We recommend you do this in advance of May 31. Please click here to learn how to register.
How can we support the Armory?
We encourage you to become a Benefit Sponsor and make a lasting impact! Your support helps fund the Armory’s vital arts education programs, while 10% of net proceeds will aid the Armory’s staff fire relief fund.
Your support matters now more than ever!
The devastation of the Eaton Fire impacted every aspect of our beloved local communities. The healing power of art and creativity to process difficult emotions, tell stories, and inspire change is needed more than ever, especially for our region’s young people. But the Armory is facing additional challenges. President Trump’s recent executive orders gutted the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). With the elimination of IMLS, the Armory faces a shortfall of over $405,000 in confirmed grant funding, alongside $250,000 in pending funds. The impact of these losses is significant—we ask you to give generously today via the enclosed reply card or at armoryarts.org/donate to help safeguard the future of arts and creativity in our community.
Any questions?
Please contact Amber Hawkins at (626) 792-5101 x141 or [email protected]