AURORA

10/13/2026

Thank you to My Sweet Charity for spotlighting the artists and expanded vision behind AURORA Biennial 2026: States of Becoming.

Starting November 4, artists from Texas and around the world will transform Dallas’ public spaces through art, technology, and creativity, culminating in a free outdoor exhibition on November 21 in Downtown Dallas.

Stay tuned to learn more about what’s ahead!

Read the full story here: https://mysweetcharity.com/2026/09/just-in-non-profit-aurora-unveils-featured-artist-lineup-for-its-november-4-21-biennial-2026/

10/12/2026

Dallas is...becoming.

For three weeks in November, art will move beyond walls and into our city.

The 7th AURORA Biennial 2026: States of Becoming
Nov. 4-21, 2026

Save the dates for exhibitions, performances, conversations, and artist-led experiences all leading up to our free flagship event on Nov. 21.

AURORA Biennial 2026 | Nov. 4–21
📍Downtown Dallas
🔗 Learn more at the link in bio

The AURORA Biennial 2026 is supported by: The Eugene McDermott Foundation, The M.R. and Evelyn Hudson Foundation, The Theodore and Beulah Beasley Foundation, The J. Erik Jonsson Fund, Communities Foundation of Texas, Dallas Tourism Public Improvement District, Lightware Labs / Projection Mapping / Dallas Ft Worth Texas, joel d, City of Dallas - Office of Arts and Culture, Anonymous, Downtown Dallas, Inc., Paperlyte, The Charlton-Cole Family Fund, The Bowdon Family Foundation, Moody Fund for the Arts, Ruibals Plants Of Texas , Hoque Global

10/12/2026

Dallas is...becoming.

For three weeks in November, art will move beyond walls and into our city.

The 7th AURORA Biennial 2026: States of Becoming
Nov. 4-21, 2026

Save the dates for exhibitions, performances, conversations, and artist-led experiences all leading up to our free flagship event on Nov. 21.

AURORA Biennial 2026 | Nov. 4–21
📍Downtown Dallas
🔗 Learn more at https://dallasaurora.com/Biennial

The AURORA Biennial 2026 is supported by: The Eugene McDermott Foundation, The M.R. and Evelyn Hudson Foundation, The Theodore and Beulah Beasley Foundation, City of Dallas Office of Arts and Culture, The J. Erik Jonsson Fund, Communities Foundation of Texas, Dallas Tourism Public Improvement District, Lightware Labs, The National Endowment for the Arts, Anonymous, Downtown Dallas Inc., Paperlyte, The Charlton-Cole Family Fund, The Bowdon Family Foundation, The Moody Fund for the Arts, Ruibal’s, Swiss Arts Council Pro Helvetia, Hoque Global

10/06/2026

If you've never experienced AURORA Biennial, start here.

Step into art and experience it in and with your community.

10/05/2026

Two curators. Two perspectives. And one city in a state of becoming.

Julia Kaganskiy’s work sits at the intersection of art, science and technology.

Tairone Bastien’s work spans public art, performance and cities around the world.

Together, they’re shaping the 7th edition of the AURORA Biennial: States of Becoming.

From New York and Toronto to London, Berlin, Dubai, Basel and Dhaka, their work has spanned the globe. Now, they’re bringing those perspectives to Dallas.

AURORA Biennial 2026 | Nov. 4–21
📍Downtown Dallas
🔗 Learn more at https://dallasaurora.com/Biennial

The AURORA Biennial 2026 is supported by:
The Eugene McDermott Foundation, The M.R. and Evelyn Hudson Foundation, The Theodore and Beulah Beasley Foundation, The J. Erik Jonsson Fund, Communities Foundation of Texas, Dallas Tourism Public Improvement District, Lightware Labs, The National Endowment for the Arts, City of Dallas Office of Arts and Culture, Anonymous, Downtown Dallas Inc., Paperlyte, The Charlton-Cole Family Fund, The Bowdon Family Foundation, The Moody Fund for the Arts, Ruibal’s, Swiss Arts Council Pro Helvetia, Hoque Global

10/02/2026

AURORA Biennial 2026: Meet the Biennial's first round of artists!
Curated by Julia Kaganskiy & Tairone Bastien

From Dallas, Austin and New York, to Germany, Poland, Norway and the Philippines, a selection of leading regional, national and international artists present work as part of 'States of Becoming.’ Together, they explore ideas shaping contemporary culture through AI, generative art, immersive media, experimental film, digital performance, public art and more.

Meet the AURORA Biennial 2026 artists:
Monira Al Qadiri
Eduardo Cassina
Melanie Clemmons & Zak Loyd
Josh Kline
Ksawery Komputery
Ezra Masch
LaJuné McMillian Christopher Meerdo
New Red Order
Diana Rojas
Sasha Stiles
Eric Trich
Tramaine Townsend
Derek Tumala
Holly Veselka
Saya Woolfalk

AURORA Biennial 2026 | Nov. 4–21
📍Downtown Dallas
🔗 Learn more at https://dallasaurora.com/Biennial

The AURORA Biennial 2026 is supported by: The Eugene McDermott Foundation, The M.R. and Evelyn Hudson Foundation, The Theodore and Beulah Beasley Foundation, The J. Erik Jonsson Fund, Communities Foundation of Texas, Dallas Tourism Public Improvement District, Lightware Labs, The National Endowment for the Arts, City of Dallas Office of Arts and Culture, Anonymous, Downtown Dallas Inc., Paperlyte, The Charlton-Cole Family Fund, The Bowdon Family Foundation, The Moody Fund for the Arts, Ruibal’s, Swiss Arts Council Pro Helvetia, Hoque Global

09/17/2026

North Texas Giving Day is TODAY! Last chance for donations 💌 Support Video Art Night to continue celebrating art and technology!

Video Art Night is AURORA’s annual program that showcases video artworks, spotlighting regional and national talent and transforming unexpected public spaces into temporary art experiences. Video Art Night is part of a long-term partnership between AURORA and Downtown Dallas, Inc., connecting new audiences with the impact of technology on the arts through free and accessible events. This year, VAN also expanded to a second city, presenting the VAN Denton edition with its own innovative artworks in our neighboring city.

Thank you so much for supporting AURORA to continue bringing Dallas communities together around a shared love for creativity and technology!

⭐ Click the link below to donate now online! ⭐

Thank you so much.

https://www.northtexasgivingday.org/organization/Auroradallas

09/14/2026

TODAY IS North Texas Giving Day! Support AURORA and help us continue bringing ambitious contemporary art into the public spaces of North Texas.

Your support makes it possible for AURORA to present FREE exhibitions, performances, conversations, and artist-led experiences that connect communities with artists and ideas from North Texas and around the world.

With the 2026 AURORA Biennial: ‘States of Becoming’ just around the corner (November 4-12!), your gift helps us make these experiences accessible to everyone.

Support AURORA and help us keep our arts programming FREE and open to all.

AURORA is a non-profit organization that presents boundary-pushing, FREE, cultural experiences year-round, bringing new and relevant forms of art to diverse audiences beyond the walls of cultural institutions, in the form of New Media Art.

09/11/2026

Support AURORA this Downtown Dallas Day of Giving, September 14, to raise up our extensive program of art and culture events including Art Quest! 💌

Launched by AURORA in 2022, Art Quest makes art and technology more accessible in areas of greatest need by creating public events that are free, engaging and fun. This unique neighborhood discovery program connects diverse communities through interactive, scavenger hunt-style events held across Dallas. Outstanding artworks by leading regional artists—this year, Lakeem Wilson, Karla Ramirez-Santin and Hermila Cuevas—have been commissioned by AURORA and awarded as prizes to participants. While promoting inclusivity and cultural connection, Art Quest also highlights the digital divide, raising awareness about unequal access to technology and arts.

How to donate:

⭐ Click the link below to donate now online!
⭐ Come down to the annual Downtown Dallas Day of Giving on Sept. 14 where your gift to AURORA can go twice as far with donations of up to $1,000 being matched by the Communities Foundation of Texas!

📅 Monday, September 14
⏰ 10:30am–1:30pm
📍Pegasus Plaza

Thank you so much.

https://www.northtexasgivingday.org/organization/Auroradallas

09/08/2026

Ahead of Downtown Dallas Day of Giving, September 14, uplift the upcoming 2026 AURORA Biennial with your donation 💌

On September 14, your gift to AURORA can go twice as far with donations of up to $1,000 being matched by the Communities Foundation of Texas! Come down to the Annual Downtown Dallas Day of Giving at Pegasus Plaza to support AURORA’s programming, such as our expanding AURORA Biennial!

Since 2010, the AURORA Biennial has grown into the largest free event of its kind in North America, shining an international spotlight on the city and generating millions in tourism revenue for North Texas. Over the years, we have commissioned more than 300 leading artists from over 70 countries, attracting over 200,000 attendees for an unparalleled cultural experience. The 2026 AURORA Biennial is set to be our most ambitious yet, expanding from a one-night event into a three-week, citywide experience this November!

How to donate:

⭐ Click the link below to donate now online!
⭐ Come down to Pegasus Plaza and make a donation in-person, where your gift to AURORA can go twice as far with donations of up to $1,000 being matched by the Communities Foundation of Texas!

📅 Monday, September 14
⏰ 10:30am–1:30pm
📍Pegasus Plaza

Thank you so much.

https://www.northtexasgivingday.org/organization/Auroradallas?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAcGRvZgJleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA85MzY2MTk3NDMzOTI0NTkAAadqwayOk6tsK_IO4g-iNj3ACd91ybzSsksme5OEaUWoGZ4QkzS6RBA67PR5ww_aem_mAbJ3xJZQNR02QdeC4N49w