Presented by The Buffalo Institute for Contemporary Art, Inc.

Lucky Number 7: BICA's 2026 Gala

About This Event

Saturday, October 17, 2026 · 7–11 PM · BICA, 30D Essex Street, Buffalo, NY

BICA turns seven this year, and we're marking it with a night of games of chance. Lucky Number 7 brings artist-led casino-style games and activations, music and ambiance by Groupwork, a silent auction, food, and drinks to BICA for our biggest fundraiser of the year.

Doors open to all ticket holders at 8 PM. Guests with VIP Hour tickets get in at 7 PM for early access and an open bar before the room fills up. Once inside, BICA Bucks work as in-event currency — bring cash or a card to load up and use them at the tables, the bar, and around the room.

General Admission tickets start at $27 for early-bird buyers! VIP Hour tickets are $100 and include the 7–8 PM early access, paired food, and open bar.

Every ticket supports BICA's year-round work: exhibitions, a free school for artists, Cornelia magazine, and direct funding for artists building work in Buffalo. This is the one night that funds all the others.

About This Event

Saturday, October 17, 2026 · 7–11 PM · BICA, 30D Essex Street, Buffalo, NY

BICA turns seven this year, and we're marking it with a night of games of chance. Lucky Number 7 brings artist-led casino-style games and activations, music and ambiance by Groupwork, a silent auction, food, and drinks to BICA for our biggest fundraiser of the year.

Doors open to all ticket holders at 8 PM. Guests with VIP Hour tickets get in at 7 PM for early access and an open bar before the room fills up. Once inside, BICA Bucks work as in-event currency — bring cash or a card to load up and use them at the tables, the bar, and around the room.

General Admission tickets start at $27 for early-bird buyers! VIP Hour tickets are $100 and include the 7–8 PM early access, paired food, and open bar.

Every ticket supports BICA's year-round work: exhibitions, a free school for artists, Cornelia magazine, and direct funding for artists building work in Buffalo. This is the one night that funds all the others.

Getting There

The Buffalo Institute for Contemporary Art
30D Essex Street
Buffalo, New York 14213
United States

Sponsors

Jackpot Sponsor:
Roche Development

House Sponsors:
Savarino Companies
Canterra Buffalo Cannabis Dispensary

High Roller Sponsors:
Lawley Insurance
Extra Extra Pizza


Ante Up Sponsors:
Amabel Provisions
Rivalry Projects