Wonderball 2024
Saturday, January 27

Wonderball 2024

Saturday, January 27
8:00 PM–Midnight
21+

We proudly celebrate the 10th annual Wonderball, a decade of championing creativity and wonder in Columbus. This year, we invite you to wear your most imaginative black and white outfit along with a touch of metallic splendor, whether it’s silver, gold, sparkles, or any other shimmering choice!

Experiences planned for 2024 will showcase a selection of creative experiences through the years ranging from dance, performance art, participatory experiences, and fashion to local music standouts.

By purchasing a ticket, you not only gain entry to “Columbus’ party of the year” but also contribute to the Museum’s mission of nurturing creativity and fostering lifelong learning.

To read more about the history, fashion, and creative partners of Wonderball check out our blog posts. Need help accessorizing? Look no further than our Museum Store, check out their best Wonderball picks here.

As we celebrate the 10th anniversary of Wonderball, we will be jurying from artists who have participated in the past as a special way to honor the incredible talent that has contributed to Wonderball’s journey. Please note that this is a one-time change. We will resume our public Call for Artist process next year.

Tickets

Wonderball tickets are $150 and include:
One drink ticket
Sample bites from favorite Columbus eateries
Access to over a dozen creative experiences
After-hours entry to CMA Galleries
Tax-deductible donation benefiting the Museum’s creative programming

Make the wonder last all year! Save 20% at checkout on Individual, Family, and Reciprocal level memberships with the purchase of your Wonderball ticket. Members enjoy free admission to CMA, invites to member-only events, and more. Learn more about member benefits here.

Wonderball Tickets

Featured Artists

Art installations by Dana Lynn Harper, Zane Miller, and Jessica Wolf
Projection Mapping and Sound by Pacemour Creative
DJ sets by Candy Rain, DJ Aloha, and DJ True Skillz
Live music by Lily Bloom (V-VIP Experience), Sam Corlett & Mt. Air (Sponsor Lounge Experience), and Starlit Ways
Experiences by photographer Autumn Theodore, and Arabic master Calligrapher Hassan Qureshi
Performances by Anna and The Annadroids, and Synergy featuring visual artist Lance Johnson, designer Celeste Malvar-Stewart, and dancers Micaela Gonzalez and Amelia Gandara

Thank You 2024 Event Chairs

Corey & Shayla Favor

Wonderball 2024 Sponsorship Opportunities

Since the first Wonderball in 2015, more than 10,000 people have attended this annual event, raising over $1,200,000 in support of the Museum’s efforts to nurture creativity and foster lifelong learning. One of the most anticipated nights of the year, this unique event is supported by many generous sponsors and an army of talented volunteers who believe the arts are the heart and soul of the community. As always, your Wonderball sponsorship is vitally important, helping the Museum fulfill its mission to create great experiences with great art for everyone.

Become a Sponsor

Wonderball Sponsor Pledge Package

Special V-VIP Sponsor Experience

This year, we are thrilled to welcome Chef Nikki Steward for a special V-VIP sponsor experience in recognition of the 10th anniversary of Wonderball. Chef Nikki, the creator of The High-End Affair, is one of the most sought-after culinary entertainment chefs in the country. A culinary artist who has prepared gastronomical experiences for corporate leaders, celebrities, athletes, and social influencers. Her niche approach to whole & healthy foods has enabled her to study under executive chefs from around the world. She toured with DJ Khaled and curated dinners for celebs, including Snoop Dogg, Dave Chappelle and The Migos.

Beginning at 7:00 PM, an hour before the main show starts and crowds arrive, sponsors will be invited to this very special experience in the Schottenstein Pavilion with Chef Nikki, along with culinary treats and curated cocktails. This fabulous V-VIP experience is exclusively for Wonder, Creativity, and Curiosity sponsors and their guests! The Sponsor party continues in Schokko Lounge after 8:00 PM.

$25,000 Presenting Sponsor
• Up to 24 tickets to Wonderball on January 27, 2024, with special access to V-VIP Sponsor experience as well as Sponsor Lounge and other exclusive opportunities
• Recognized as Presenting sponsor with dominant name and logo placement night of the event and in event collateral, including hyperlink to sponsor website on CMA event website
• Opportunity to host a specific experience of your choice on the night of Wonderball
• Engagement opportunity for your clients, employees or other special guests in calendar year 2024, or up to 25 CMA passes

$10,000 Wonder Sponsor
• Up to 16 tickets to Wonderball on January 27, 2024, with special access to V-VIP Sponsor experience as well as VIP Sponsor Lounge and other exclusive opportunities
• Recognized as Wonder sponsor with name and logo placement night of the event and in event collateral, including hyperlink to sponsor website on CMA event website
• Opportunity to host a specific experience of your choice on the night of Wonderball
• Engagement opportunity for your clients, employees, or other special guests in calendar year 2024, or 20 CMA passes

$5,000 Creativity Sponsor
• Up to 8 tickets to Wonderball on January 27, 2024, with special access to V-VIP Sponsor experience as well as VIP Sponsor Lounge and other exclusive opportunities
• Recognized as Creativity sponsor with prominent name placement night of the event and in event collateral including hyperlink to sponsor website on CMA event website
• Opportunity to host a specific experience of your choice on the night of Wonderball
• Fifteen CMA passes

$2,500 Curiosity Sponsor
• Up to 6 tickets to Wonderball on January 27, 2024, with special access to V-VIP Sponsor experience as well as VIP Sponsor Lounge and other exclusive opportunities
• Name placement in event collateral and on CMA event website
• Ten CMA passes

$1,000 Play Sponsor
• Up to 4 tickets to Wonderball on January 27, 2024, with special access to VIP Sponsor Lounge and other exclusive opportunities
• Name placement in event collateral and on CMA event website
• Eight CMA passes

$400 Friend Sponsor
• One ticket to Wonderball on January 27, 2024, with special access to VIP Sponsor Lounge and other exclusive opportunities
• Name placement in event collateral and on CMA Event Webpage
• Four CMA passes

*Choice of space commensurate with level of support
Benefits may be negotiated based on your corporate giving priorities.

Sponsor Benefits
All Wonderball sponsors receive recognition as donors to the 2024 Annual Fund, recognition on event promotional materials and tickets to the event.

Thank You to our Generous Wonderball Sponsors

WONDER SPONSORS

CREATIVITY SPONSORS
Kara Siak and Kellis Waller

CURIOSITY SPONSORS
Christie L. Angel and Otto Beatty
Darby Creek Trading
Marah and John Derzon
DLZ Corporation / Rajadhyaksha Family
Encova Insurance
Experience Columbus
James Ferguson
Sylvia A. Garrett Insurance Agency, LLC
GBQ
The Heffner Fund
William and Cameron Kirk
Denise Mirman
Rockbridge
Jenny Squires
David and Susan Sugar
Telhio Credit Union
Warhol & WALL St.
Watershed Distillery

PLAY SPONSORS
Ben Addison
Jon and Jenny Barnes
Lourdes Barroso de Padilla and Ernesto Padilla
Shamus Cassidy
CME Federal Credit Union
Delta Dental
Elizabeth Dvorkin
Anna Gasbarro
Gatehouse Media Partners, Inc.
David Hunegnaw & Cari Withrow (Partners & Capital)
Abrea Johnson
Rebecca Kemper
Michael Leonard and Daniel Burchfield
Carl P. McCoy
Dennis and Vicky Minzler
Israel Najera
Branda and Fabian Padamadan
PNC
Bailey Roese
Michael Smithson
Valeo Financial

FRIEND SPONSORS
Colleen Duffy
Tenisha McKay
Peter Wiseman
Christopher and Julia Wyche

IN-KIND SPONSORS
Igloo Letterpress

MEDIA SPONSORS

EVENT PARTNERS

Bell Tree Productions
Bluhen Florists
Event Source
Miller’s Textiles
Seventh Son Brewing
Watershed Distillery
Zen Genius

Thank You to the Imaginative Wonderball Planning Committee

Howard Abernathy · Dinah Adams · Ben Addison · Alec Albright · Erin Brigham · Jesse Cale Burkett · Maureen Carroll · Stephanie Chen · Nicole DeLozier · Tiffany Duncan · Lauren Emond · Nick Fields · Anna Gasbarro · Alonee Gray · Megan Green · Kelsey Gregory · Esther Hall · Amy Hamby · Autumn Herrera · Travis Hoewischer · Hunter Horton · Cierra Johnson · Roma King · Sandra López · Celeste Malvar-Stewart · Donna Marbury · Gabriel Mastin · Tyler McCoy · Louis Mugnano · Yphounne Neal · Mythri Padival · Alexis Pannell · Abby Papenfus · Sarah Pariser · Urvi Patel · Nehal Patwa · Demetria Peacher · Jyll Person-Boyd · Patrick Powell · Abby Proud · Johnny Riddle · Rebecca Ruppert · Lynette Santoro-Au · Krystopher Scott · Lydia Simon · Rachel Sipes · Tyler Sowers · Ashley Steward · Mary Sundermeier · Elizabeth Suty · Lexi Sweet · Linh Ta · Amber Wacker · Ellie Wallace · Madeleine Ward-Schultz · Adrienne Williams · Michael Wise · Margaret Wunderlich · Mark Zuzik