The Panache Gala Fundraiser was a great success and lots of fun.

All of the proceeds from the auctions help in our mission
in providing free admission to our monthly exhibitions and art programs.
We are exceedingly grateful for everyone who supports the EAP,
our sponsors, donations of art from the artists and community,
the time given by volunteers and those who attended.
You make it all happen.
Thank you for your commitment in helping us to provide a welcoming space for the local arts community to thrive and prosper.

A Special Thank You to all of those who contributed to make Panache 2026 an outstanding gala fundraiser. Our 2026 Panache Sponsors, The Niki Charitable Art Foundation, The Janecek Family Foundation, Don Manor, Escondido Sunrise Rotary, Cosmic Solar and Roofing, Will Gibson Photography, Kurt Lightfoot Photography, Clark Studio & Framing, and Murphy’s Fine Woodworking.
Much heartfelt gratitude to the night’s Auctioneer Eric Lehew, and to all of our fabulous Panache volunteers, Isabel, Stephanie, Sheldon, Nancy, Diana, Rachel, Luke, Ha Jung, Robert, Kim, Lauren, Daniel, Cathy and Rod.
Thank YOU!
for contributing to the EAP’s mission of strengthening and enriching our community as a cultural destination through the power of the arts!

This spring the Escondido Arts Partnership had the  much anticipated annual fundraiser Panache, an art auction of fine artworks donated by regional artists as well as a signed lithograph
Noah’s Animals (1996) by Niki de Saint Phalle, a generous donation from
the Niki Charitable Art Foundation.

Panache, is an uplifting gala celebration of your local art scene.
The gala event on March 28th, 2026 brought artists, collectors
and the community together to support the arts programs at the Escondido Arts Partnership.
The highlight of this exciting event is the silent and live art auctions
with Auctioneer Eric Lehew, along with appetizers, mocktails, hosted bar,
and unique entertainment.