Member Night: Surreal Soiree

Throughout the Whitney

Open to all Members

Start celebrating Halloween at the Whitney with after-dark access—just for members! Explore our newest show, Sixties Surreal, alongside our full exhibition lineup in an art-inspired costume. Don your fantastical fashion, uncanny outfit, or whimsical evening wear to invoke surrealist spirits as you wander the Whitney. This special soiree also includes Preview access to High Wire: Calder’s Circus at 100, mini tours, music, artmaking, and more. 

Artmaking: Sketch Spectacular
Drop in and join Teaching Artist Stina Puotinen for figure drawing with a twist, turn, and toss. Delight in pop-up shows from ABCirque as you sketch the artists’ extraordinary forms.  

Tat-or-Treat
Enjoy a selection of free temporary tattoos inspired by works on view and pick up sweet treats to celebrate Halloween!

DJ Hesta Prynn 
Hesta Prynn is a celebrity DJ, licensed therapist and radio personality known for blending music, art, and culture into unforgettable experiences. For the Surreal Soiree, she’ll be spinning a groovy mix of surreal ‘60s, funk, and Halloween-ready dance floor vibes.

Digital Photobooth 
Snap a pic or GIF of your Surreal Soiree look in our free digital photobooth. Tag us on your Instagram story @whitneymuseum for a chance to be reposted! 

Exhibitions
Enjoy after-hours access to all galleries and mini tours throughout the evening.

Ken Ohara: CONTACTS
Floor 3

Sixties Surreal
Mary Heilmann: Long Line
Marina Zurkow: Parting Worlds
Hyundai Terrace Commission: Marina Zurkow
Floor 5

Shifting Landscapes 
Floor 6

“Untitled” (America)
Floor 7

High Wire: Calder’s Circus at 100
Evening Member Preview, Floor 8