Gala / Benefit

Life is an Art: IAM the party

Friday, Apr 10, 2026 5:30 PM – 11:30 PM
756 N. Milwaukee Ave. Chicago, IL 60642

Life is an Art: IAM the party

Intuit’s annual gala


Discover the unexpected with the hottest connectors, artists and community builders from Chicago and around the world. Enjoy an open bar with signature cocktails, inspiring stories during a brief award ceremony which includes a cameo from rock-n-roll hall-of-famer singer Nona Hendryx, followed by a thoughtfully curated dinner.


Purposefully aligned with EXPO Chicago, Chicago’s biggest art week of the year (April 9–12), Life is an Art: IAM the party is the most exciting way to celebrate Intuit’s 35th anniversary and the 1st birthday of the expanded Museum. Step out looking like a work of art, and join us in celebrating our shared belief that art is not a luxury—it is a human right.

Proceeds from this event go towards Intuit’s efforts to advocate for self-taught art and its power as a unique mirror to the world, a refuge for the spirit, and a force for connection and understanding.


TICKETS


Be the art — get inspired by the fashion mood board.


At Life is an Art, we’re honored to celebrate the following

  • Jerry Stefl
  • Visionary Award recipient
  • Nick Cave and Bob Faust
  • Trendsetter Award recipients


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Art After Dark

Dance your heart our at the gala afterparty.


Featuring sets from three of Chicago’s most iconic names in house music — DJ Lady DMike Dunn and Osunlade — alongside unique art activations, creative fashion and a full open bar until 10:30pm. This is an experience curated for the city’s creative community.


Capacity is limited. Tickets available now.

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