Attention art lovers: Artlink, the non-profit credited with establishing downtown Phoenix’s popular First Fridays event and sparking an arts renaissance has announced a month-long celebration of Art Detour, which celebrates its 35th year March 1-31.

As Phoenix’s original art walk, Art Detour is an all-inclusive celebration of art, creativity and culture that features events and exhibitions throughout the state, according to a press release.

Attendees will enjoy a broad spectrum of art forms and integrated themes including the visual, performing and culinary arts, as well as fashion design, public art and more. The event schedule offers art patrons, collectors and art lovers a broader range of ways in which to engage with artists and destinations throughout the state, including “Detour Daytrips” that will highlight destinations throughout Arizona, in partnership with Arizona Commission on the Arts.

A highlight of the month-long celebration is the Art d’Core Gala, which is held at Park Central at 6 p.m. on Saturday, March 11.

The “Rays of Light” theme for the milestone 10th Annual Art d’Core Gala celebrates the energy of the moment and is in recognition of artists, donors, businesses, collectors, advocates and civic leaders who energize a creative culture that significantly contributes to our community and economy.
Guests can enjoy a showcase of artistry that spotlights those who contribute to Arizona’s creativity and community, the press release stated. 

Honorary Chair Oscar De las salas will host the evening that honors former Arizona Speaker of the House Rusty Bowers, Arizona Representatives Marcelino Quiñonez and Justin Wilmeth, gallery owner Lisa Sette and The Carmody Foundation. 

“This is a milestone year as Art Detour turns 35 and as we mark the tenth year of the Art d’Core Gala with a distinguished slate of honorees and exhibiting artists,” said Catrina Kahler, president and CEO of Artlink. “Art Detour is expanding its reach to include more of Arizona, and Art d’Core is reaching new heights with an eye-popping exhibition produced by creators of visual, performing, and culinary works. This is the time to experience art at every turn, and bask in the glow of Arizona talent.”

In addition to the gala, highlights include the artist workshops in partnership with the city of Phoenix Office of Arts and Culture, Creative City Symposium with Phoenix Community Alliance, a celebration of the 10 years of IN FLUX Public Art Program, the 65th Annual Heard Museum Guild Indian Fair & Market, On Central Fashion + Art, Sculpture Tucson’s Festival Show & Sale, and many more special exhibitions and activities hosted by arts and culture destinations such as Phoenix Art Museum, Heard Museum, SMoCA, Mesa Arts Center, West Valley Arts Council and more.

Art Detour is made possible through year-round support and participation of Artlink partners: Arizona Commission on the Arts, City of Phoenix Office of Arts and Culture, Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust, Flinn Foundation, Downtown Phoenix Inc., Park Central, Valley Metro, FOUND:RE Phoenix Hotel, Website Butlers, CLYint, Ivio Agency, Artlink Articipants and volunteers.

Visit artdetour.com for details for programming updates and how to get involved as an Articipant.

Suggested Art D’Core attire is for a progressive, elevated, semi-industrial arts experience where shimmering cocktail meets hip and chic. Tickets are $125 and are currently on sale for Art D’Core and can be purchased at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/10th-annual-art-dcore-gala-tickets-512369921227.