2025 Arts Administrators of Color Network Annual Convening

LOS ANGELES / NOVEMBER 8 + 9, 2025

The Arts Administrators of Color Network will hold its 2025 Annual Convening on November 8 + 9 in Los Angeles, CA. This will be the first convening held on the west coast in AAC’s history.

This year's convening is being co-hosted with Creative West’s Leaders of Color Network Program to Expand BIPOC Leadership and Community Care

This year’s theme is Rooted in Care, Rising in Joy. Registration Opens June 2025

More About the Convening

Join as a Sponsor

Interested in learning how to join the Convening as a sponsor or a scholarship supporter? Please contact Erika Hawthorne at ehawthorne@aacdmv.org to learn more.


Hotel + Accommodations

Stay tuned for more information!

What to Expect

Saturday, November 8

Nate Holden Performing Arts Center + Local Site Visits

  • Welcome plenary + community keynote

  • Workshops and site visits at local arts spaces

  • Evening social activations 

Sunday, November 9

LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes + El Pueblo Historic District

  • Grounding breakfast and breakout sessions (indoor & outdoor)

  • Affinity groups, wellness vendors, and nourishing lunch

  • Closing celebration with DJ + BIPOC vendor fair

Pricing

With a range of ticket options designed to honor diverse capacities and access needs. Attendees can choose a tier that best aligns with their comfort.

  • Community Sustainer Tier ($450) covers full registration and helps subsidize others

  • Supporter Tier ($325) offers near full-cost support

  • Solidarity Tier ($200) provides a reduced rate for those who need it, available for limited time

  • Scholarship registration is available at no cost for individuals with limited financial access, for a limited time