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Use the links below to register for our 2025-2026 events!

Fall 2025 Luminarts Live

Thursday, December 4th, 2025 at 6:00 PM

Café ONE at The Union League Club of Chicago, 65 W Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60604

Enjoy an intimate performance by Luminarts Fellows Alyssa Allgood, Ethan Philion, and Julius Tucker. Connect with other art and music lovers over a drink and see the fantastic talent of Luminarts artists!

Suggested donation: $10/guest

We recommend parking in the paid parking garage directly south of the Union League Club at 318 S Federal St. Paid valet parking is also available, starting at $25,  if you pull up to the Federal St side of the Union League Club.

Spring 2026 Luminarts Live

Thursday, March 12th, 2026 at 6:00 PM

Café ONE at The Union League Club of Chicago, 65 W Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60604

Enjoy an intimate performance by Luminarts Fellows. Connect with other art and music lovers over a drink and see the fantastic talent of Luminarts artists!
Suggested donation: $10/guest
We recommend parking in the paid parking garage directly south of the Union League Club at 318 S Federal St. Paid valet parking is also available, starting at $25, if you pull up to the Federal St side of the Union League Club.Your text content here

2026 Luminarts Visual Arts Exhibition

Thursday, March 26, 2026 from 6:00-8:00 PM

Chicago Artists Coalition, 1431 W Hubbard St, Suite 201 Chicago, IL 60642

Enjoy a dynamic exhibition of finalists’ work, and celebrate the winners of the 2026 Luminarts Visual Arts Fellowship to be announced at the end of the event.
Light snacks and drinks will be provided.
Paid street parking is available but not guaranteed. There are multiple paid parking lots nearby. We recommend using Spothero or a similar app to find parking.

2026 Luminarts Classical Piano and Strings Finals

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 6:00 PM

The Union League Club of Chicago, 65 W Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60604

Enjoy the stunning musical selections from three finalists in classical piano and three in classical strings, as they audition for a distinguished panel of judges. One outstanding musician in each category will be selected as a Luminarts Fellow and receive an unrestricted $10,000 award. Light snacks and drinks will be provided.
We recommend parking in the paid parking garage directly south of the Union League Club at 318 S Federal St. Paid valet parking is also available, starting at $25, if you pull up to the Federal St side of the Union League Club.

2026 Luminarts Classical Voice Finals

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 6:00 PM

The Union League Club of Chicago, 65 W Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60604

Take in an evening of operatic grandeur and virtuosic musicality, as outstanding classical vocalists compete for two unrestricted $15,000 awards. A panel of distinguished judge will preside over the auditions. Light snacks and drinks will be provided.
We recommend parking in the paid parking garage directly south of the Union League Club at 318 S Federal St. Paid valet parking is also available, starting at $25, if you pull up to the Federal St side of the Union League Club.

2026 Luminarts Jazz Improvisation Finals

Thursday, May 7th, 2026 at 6:00 PM

The Union League Club of Chicago, 65 W Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60604

Enjoy an evening of jazz improvisation by this year’s finalists as they compete for unrestricted $10,000 Luminarts Jazz Fellowships. A distinguished panel of judges will decide the winners of this year’s awards. Light snacks and drinks will be provided.
We recommend parking in the paid parking garage directly south of the Union League Club at 318 S Federal St. Paid valet parking is also available, starting at $25, if you pull up to the Federal St side of the Union League Club.

2026 Luminarts Creative Writing Showcase

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 6:00 PM

The Union League Club of Chicago, 65 W Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60604

Join us to celebrate this year’s outstanding writers and enjoy short readings from Luminarts Creative Writing Fellows. The Creative Writing Showcase recognizes and spotlights talented creative writers singled out by Luminarts. This event is presented in partnership with the Union League Club of Chicago. Light snacks and drinks will be provided.
We recommend parking in the paid parking garage directly south of the Union League Club at 318 S Federal St. Paid valet parking is also available, starting at $25, if you pull up to the Federal St side of the Union League Club.

Past Events:

Luminarts/Artadia Artist Salon

Thursday, September 18th, 2025 at 6:00 PM

The Driehaus Museum, 50 E Erie St., Chicago IL 60611.

Join us for a special collaboration between Luminarts and Artadia as we bring together our artist communities for an evening of presentations, conversation, and connection. This artist-centered event, moderated by Brendan Fernandes, will feature presentations from artists/awardees Melissa Leandro, Breanna Robinson, and Tian Tang.

Taking place at the beautiful Driehaus Museum and inspired by a salon series imagined and initiated by Luminarts Fellow Tian Tang, this salon-style gathering will bring together our artist community in an intimate evening exploring themes of collaboration, mentorship, and interdisciplinary work in contemporary art practice.

ILLUMINATE 2025

Friday, October 17th, 2025 at 6:00 PM

The Arts Club of Chicago, 201 E Ontario St, Chicago IL 60611.

Join us for a dazzling evening of performances from Luminarts Artistic Fellows, plus an elegant cocktail reception and dinner.

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