Every Ribbon has a NAME: World AIDS Day Gala 2025

Call for Artists – Red Gala 2025
Theme: Every Ribbon Has a Name
Event Date: Saturday, December 6, 2025
Location: Capitol Park Museum – Baton Rouge, LA

 

Baton Rouge Pride invites 3–4 talented artists to be part of the art experience at the 3rd Annual World AIDS Day Red Gala. This is not your average art show—think live painting, interactive installations, performance art, or creative expressions that capture the spirit of our theme, Every Ribbon Has a Name.

 

We are seeking pieces and performances that:

• Reflect the theme’s meaning—honoring lives impacted by HIV/AIDS, celebrating progress, and remembering the names and stories behind the red ribbon.
• Engage guests during the event—live creation, collaborative audience elements, or immersive displays.
• Bring bold, creative, and thought-provoking energy to the Red Gala’s elegant, high-fashion atmosphere.

Details & Expectations:

• Artists will have a designated space during the event for their work or performance.
• Preference will be given to live or interactive art pieces.
• Set-up and breakdown times will be coordinated in advance.
• Selected artists will receive event access and be featured in the program and promotions.

The mission of the World AIDS Day Red Gala is to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS, support those affected, and promote education and prevention efforts within the community. With your support, we aim to create an unforgettable evening commemorating lives impacted by HIV while celebrating progress made. This year's theme honors each unique story and serves as a powerful platform in the fight against HIV/AIDS. The red ribbon is globally recognized as a symbol of HIV/AIDS awareness. But for us, it is far more than a symbol — it is a thread of real lives, real stories, and real losses. This theme calls us to look past the symbol and remember the human beings behind it — their dreams, their dignity, and their ongoing legacy. It’s a call to name the names, carry their memories forward, and keep their stories alive through education, advocacy, and action. Baton Rouge being ranked 5th for newly diagnosed HIV among metropolitan cities, is one of the main reasons why your support is needed. By sponsoring the 3rd Annual World AIDS Day Gala, you will play a crucial role in advancing the mission of Baton Rouge Pride to provide resources, education, and cultural events.

The mission of the World AIDS Day Red Gala is to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS, support those affected, and promote education and prevention efforts within the community. With your support, we aim to create an unforgettable evening commemorating lives impacted by HIV while celebrating progress made. This year's theme honors each unique story and serves as a powerful platform in the fight against HIV/AIDS. The red ribbon is globally recognized as a symbol of HIV/AIDS awareness. But for us, it is far more than a symbol — it is a thread of real lives, real stories, and real losses. This theme calls us to look past the symbol and remember the human beings behind it — their dreams, their dignity, and their ongoing legacy. It’s a call to name the names, carry their memories forward, and keep their stories alive through education, advocacy, and action. Baton Rouge being ranked 5th for newly diagnosed HIV among metropolitan cities, is one of the main reasons why your support is needed. By sponsoring the 3rd Annual World AIDS Day Gala, you will play a crucial role in advancing the mission of Baton Rouge Pride to provide resources, education, and cultural events.

The mission of the World AIDS Day Red Gala is to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS, support those affected, and promote education and prevention efforts within the community. With your support, we aim to create an unforgettable evening commemorating lives impacted by HIV while celebrating progress made. This year's theme honors each unique story and serves as a powerful platform in the fight against HIV/AIDS. The red ribbon is globally recognized as a symbol of HIV/AIDS awareness. But for us, it is far more than a symbol — it is a thread of real lives, real stories, and real losses. This theme calls us to look past the symbol and remember the human beings behind it — their dreams, their dignity, and their ongoing legacy. It’s a call to name the names, carry their memories forward, and keep their stories alive through education, advocacy, and action. Baton Rouge being ranked 5th for newly diagnosed HIV among metropolitan cities, is one of the main reasons why your support is needed. By sponsoring the 3rd Annual World AIDS Day Gala, you will play a crucial role in advancing the mission of Baton Rouge Pride to provide resources, education, and cultural events.

The mission of the World AIDS Day Red Gala is to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS, support those affected, and promote education and prevention efforts within the community. With your support, we aim to create an unforgettable evening commemorating lives impacted by HIV while celebrating progress made. This year's theme honors each unique story and serves as a powerful platform in the fight against HIV/AIDS. The red ribbon is globally recognized as a symbol of HIV/AIDS awareness. But for us, it is far more than a symbol — it is a thread of real lives, real stories, and real losses. This theme calls us to look past the symbol and remember the human beings behind it — their dreams, their dignity, and their ongoing legacy. It’s a call to name the names, carry their memories forward, and keep their stories alive through education, advocacy, and action. Baton Rouge being ranked 5th for newly diagnosed HIV among metropolitan cities, is one of the main reasons why your support is needed. By sponsoring the 3rd Annual World AIDS Day Gala, you will play a crucial role in advancing the mission of Baton Rouge Pride to provide resources, education, and cultural events.

The mission of the World AIDS Day Red Gala is to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS, support those affected, and promote education and prevention efforts within the community. With your support, we aim to create an unforgettable evening commemorating lives impacted by HIV while celebrating progress made. This year's theme honors each unique story and serves as a powerful platform in the fight against HIV/AIDS. The red ribbon is globally recognized as a symbol of HIV/AIDS awareness. But for us, it is far more than a symbol — it is a thread of real lives, real stories, and real losses. This theme calls us to look past the symbol and remember the human beings behind it — their dreams, their dignity, and their ongoing legacy. It’s a call to name the names, carry their memories forward, and keep their stories alive through education, advocacy, and action. Baton Rouge being ranked 5th for newly diagnosed HIV among metropolitan cities, is one of the main reasons why your support is needed. By sponsoring the 3rd Annual World AIDS Day Gala, you will play a crucial role in advancing the mission of Baton Rouge Pride to provide resources, education, and cultural events.