Chicago Art Week 2026

Party · Day 1 of 2

Life is an Art: Intuit Art Museum

5:30 PM · Apr 10 – 11

City Hall Events · Chicago

At the hottest night of EXPO Chicago week, join Intuit in celebrating our shared belief that art is not a luxury—it is a human right. Life is an Art: IAM the party Kahil El’Zabar and Tony Karman, co-chairs 5:30 pm cocktails 6:30 pm award ceremony 7 pm dinner Art After Dark Dance Party Featuring legendary musical artists DJ Lady D, Mike Dunn and Osunlade Event partners Museum of House and Gertie 8:30 pm-midnight Jerry Stefl Visionary Award recipientFriday, April 10 Nick Cave and Bob Faust Trendsetter Award recipients IAM Artist Catalyst Award Surprise artist award to be announced that evening 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. Taste unique cocktails at the open bar, experience legendary house music DJs and rising talent, and enjoy a special curated dinner while connecting with visionaries, creatives and cultural leaders at the stunning CityHall Events in Fulton Market. 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.