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QuickDraw Auction Tickets 


Saturday, September 19, 2026 | 8:00 AM–1:00 PM
Jackson Town Square

Check for tickets in Spring 2026. 

The Jackson Hole QuickDraw Auction is where art, energy, and atmosphere collide—right in the heart of the historic Jackson Town Square. As the culminating moment of the QuickDraw, the auction captures the thrill of live bidding and the excitement of art created just moments earlier, with paint still wet and anticipation running high.

QuickDraw Painting Runner

jackson hole quickdraw art auction vip pass

 

Beneath the iconic elk antler arches, the Town Square comes alive early in the morning. Guests gather as fresh artworks are carried from easel to auction tent, coffee cups in hand and bidder paddles at the ready. Inside the tent, reserved seating creates an intimate, electric setting where collectors, locals, and first-time bidders settle in to enjoy fresh coffee, pastries, and celebratory mimosas while the energy builds.

The air hums with excitement. Conversations buzz, glasses clink, and eyes lock onto each piece as it’s revealed. Every artwork represents a single moment in time—created in just 90 minutes on the Square—and that immediacy fuels the momentum. Many attendees have just watched these works take shape, creating a powerful connection that turns each bid into a shared experience.

This is not a traditional auction—it’s fast-paced, welcoming, and alive. Seasoned collectors sit shoulder to shoulder with curious newcomers, united by the thrill of the moment. Bids rise quickly, paddles fly, and applause breaks out as the auctioneer keeps the tempo high and the crowd fully engaged.

The setting makes it unforgettable. Surrounded by wooden boardwalks, Western storefronts, and the natural rhythm of downtown Jackson, the auction feels both timeless and unmistakably local. Sunlight filters through the tent, the sounds of the Square drift in, and the excitement spills beyond the canvas.

QuickDraw Paintings Drying

Each winning bid celebrates more than a purchase—it honors the artist, the creative process, and the community that supports the arts in Jackson Hole. Proceeds benefit participating artists and the Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce, helping sustain the cultural events that define the region.

From the first sip of coffee to the final gavel drop, the Jackson Hole QuickDraw Auction delivers a morning packed with energy, connection, and unforgettable moments—art in motion, right on Town Square.