ArtCrush serves as Aspen Art Museum’s premier summer gala and largest annual fundraiser, acting as a perennial anchor for global contemporary art dialogue. Each summer, the event gathers leading international voices—including artists, curators, and top collectors—for a signature celebration and live auction conducted in partnership with Christie’s. This defining social moment blends high-altitude hospitality with museum-quality works, attracting a community committed to artistic excellence and purposeful giving. Attracting attendees from major cultural capitals like London, Paris, and Zurich, ArtCrush is a high-impact stage for those who value innovation and creativity. The auction features works donated by international artists in recognition of the Museum's artist-founded legacy. As one of the summer's most anticipated and meaningful events, ArtCrush situates its participants at the center of Aspen's most visible and culturally significant social gatherings.