Considered one of Kansas City’s most inspiring business events of the year, the 2018 ArtsKC Awards Luncheon hosts 1,000 leaders in the business, civic and arts communities! This annual event recognizes and celebrates the accomplishments of the individuals and businesses who are the driving force behind our thriving arts community.

Featuring local artist Cheryl Eve Acosta and performances by:
Park University's Kenny Broberg
David Justin, Choreographer
Pablo Sanhueza + The Kansas City Latin Jazz All-Stars
Jeremy Bryn + Manual "Lukky" Harvey and iPush "the COMMUNITY"

One honoree in each of the following categories will be announced live at the luncheon! For more information on the honorees visit: https://artskc.org/awards/
VIRTUOSO: Individuals who exemplify dedicated volunteerism, artistic contributions and/or work within the KC arts community.

ADVOCATE: Elected or public figures who represents outstanding advocacy for the arts.

EDUCATION: School or districts using the arts as a tool for achieving educational excellence in a K-12 setting.

INNOVATOR: Nonprofits providing arts education opportunities to underserved communities and creating innovative partnerships to build unique programs.

CREATIVE IMPACT: Metropolitan-area businesses that foster innovation, support local artists or arts organizations and provide leadership in the arts community.