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Phillips After 5

Photo by phillipscollection.org
Graham Sutherland, Dark Entrance, 1959, Oil on canvas 51 3/4 x 38 1/4 in., The Phillips Collection, Acquired 1959
Graham Sutherland, Dark Entrance, 1959, Oil on canvas 51 3/4 x 38 1/4 in., The Phillips Collection, Acquired 1959

Enjoy a delightfully dark evening of art, music, and mischief at The Phillips Collection October 2, 2025, 5-8:30 pm. Purchase tickets here.

Explore the galleries and enjoy a wicked mix of music, drinks, art activities, and hauntingly good fun. 

  • Live Music: Electrifying sounds by Bryce Bowyn
  • DJ Set: Enjoy atmospheric beats from DJ XSA from Eaton Radio
  • Magical Encounters: Be dazzled by a mysterious wizard’s spellbinding show
  • Art Activity: Transform a pencil into a Wicked-inspired wand with adornments, ribbons, and sparkles.
  • Face Painting: Get transformed with fantastical looks inspired by Glinda and Elphaba Jollie Faces
  • Special Appearance: Be greeted by Evillene, the evil witch from The Wiz, cosplayed by Tranquil Ashes, in collaboration with Blerdcon

  • Tasting: Sample liqueurs from exclusive tasting partner Spirits & Spice

  • Bread Furst: Wine, beer, and specialty drinks Midori Sour and Kir Royale in the cafe, as well as apple cider rolls in the House Dining Room

  • Sip: “The Wicked Witch” cocktail (Spirit & Spice’s Sundrop Agave Liqueur, tequila blanco, seltzer), “For Good” mocktail (non-alcoholic sauvignon blanc, passionfruit, orange juice), beer, and wine

  • Spotlight Talks: Learn about spooky works in the collection with Phillips Educators
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