Van Gogh Gala

The River Oaks Arts Center in Alexandria presents its annual artful gala, this year with the theme "The Surrealist Ball" for its 40th Anniversary. Don your best Salvador Dali-inspired costume, or embody the extravagance of any of the other surrealists who delved into the subconscious. Evoking the Rothschild soirées of the 1970s, the gala channels fashion, whimsy, and artistry. Includes appetizers and an open bar. Details to come at riveroaksartscenter.com.