VIDEO ART NIGHT 2025: Know Before You go

When planning your trip to Video Art Night (VAN) 2025, here are a few tips and insights. Don’t forget to also explore all of the restaurants, hotels, shops, and entertainment options in the Downtown Dallas area. 

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When is VAN 2025?

Friday, April 11th, 2025, 7-10 pm

Where is the event?

AT&T Discovery District
308 S Akard St
Dallas, TX 75202

This year, VAN presents artworks by regional and national artists across the outdoor grounds of the Discovery District, as well as on the 104-ft-tall Discovery District Media Wall at the corner of Akard and Jackson Streets.

How much does it cost?

The event is free and open to the public. Come one, come all! There are costs associated with parking as well as for food and beverages.

Where do I park and how much does it cost?

Dalpark Garage
1600 Commerce St
Dallas, TX 75201

In addition to this option, which is the most affordable, there are plenty of lots and garages around the event site. This website is a great resource for assessing all your parking options. 

Will there be food and beverages?

There are food and drink options available for purchase at The Exchange Food Hall. During VAN, there will also be an outdoor kiosk selling food and beverages. Visitors are welcome to carry their drinks all around the Discovery District.

What is AURORA?

AURORA is a Dallas-based public arts organization working at the intersection of art, technology, and community to present works by the most visionary artists of our time. Through the AURORA Biennial exhibition and Expanded program, the organization engages with both regional and international audiences alike and develops new initiatives to create more opportunities and resources for Dallas’ artistic community and the wider public. Such initiatives include AURORA’s large-scale biennial exhibition, as well as a year-round program of site-specific installations, special events, social gatherings, and educational projects. AURORA was founded in 2010 by artists Shane Pennington and Joshua King, along with veteran Dallas arts supporter Veletta Forsythe Lill. For more information about AURORA, please visit dallasaurora.com.

Where can I learn more about this event?

Click here to learn more about VAN 2025.

Where can I buy tickets for the AURORA VIP Benefit at VAN 2025? 

Click here for tickets and event information about the AURORA VIP Benefit at VAN 2025.