Get ready to sprint into creativity! The South Arkansas Arts Center’s popular 5×5 Art Dash returns for 2025. Celebrating its 10th anniversary, this event promises an unforgettable evening of art and fun on Monday, May 5, at 5pm.
The 5×5 Art Dash is a unique fundraising event that allows attendees to leave with original pieces of art worth more than the price of the ticket. For a $50 ticket, two guests will enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres from 5-6pm. At 5:30pm, the ticket holders will gather to dash for their favorite art pieces. If you have an eye for local artistry, this is a must-attend event! • Click Here for a Ticket •
This year, a remarkable lineup of 50 artists will showcase their talent on the compact 5-inch by 5-inch canvases. Despite their small size, these canvases are a testament to the BIG talent of the artists—many of whom are local SAAC members, exhibit regularly in featured shows, or have gained national recognition for their work.
The talented artists participating in the 2025 5×5 Art Dash include Harper Allen, Sandy Bennett, Jordan Bolland, Cherie Bright, Caroline Burns, Kelly Campbell, Alison Cardin, Margaret Combs, Treasa Evans, Jane Feinburg, Tiffany Franks, Benton Garrison, Michaela Gross, Katy Harwell, Sarah Hatley, Kaci Hazen, Rhonda Hicks, Janice Hughes, Missy Inman, Brenda Keech, John Keech, Helene Lambert, Gaby Layne, Pat Lowery, Becki Lusk, Nicole McAdams, Mike Means, Lauren Meredith, Lorelai Orr, Brandi Parker, Pat Peel, Eric Poole, Spencer Purinton, Jenn Purinton, Kara Rushing, JaKameron Scott, Lee Scroggins, Kevin Seymore, Liz Slater, Susan Spooner, Chris Stone, Jill J. Stone, Marla Tomlinson, Ann Trimble, Jane Tucker, Pam Vernon, Kate Vernon, Jorge Villegas, Maria Villegas, Amelia Williams, and Ramona Wood.
“It’s a joy to collaborate with talented artists and creative friends from across the state,” said John Lowery, this year’s organizer. “This event has become a beloved tradition for many—great people, positive energy, and everyone leaves with a piece of original art. The 5×5 Art Dash is one of my favorite events of the year.”
May 5 at 5pm is a fitting date for the 5×5 fundraiser featuring 50 distinct pieces, all available for just $50 a ticket. Sponsored once again by East Camden and Highland Railroad, the 5×5 Art Dash is renowned for its lively atmosphere, filled with laughter and camaraderie, making it one of the most exhilarating fundraising events SAAC hosts each year.