Saturday, October 24, 2026 6:30-9:30pm

The CODE Building - Irving Theater

225 W Water St. Charlottesville, VA 22902

TICKETS SOLD OUT

Questions about registration email art@servicedogsva.org

REGISTRATION AND BIDDING NOW OPEN

Bidding is now open! You can participate in both the silent and live auctions online, whether you’re joining us in person on October 24 or bidding from home. Every winning bid helps Service Dogs of Virginia build its new facility.

HOW TO REGISTER

Everyone who wants to bid on a silent auction item or statue must register through the auction portal.

Follow these steps to get started:

  • Access the auction portal: Click here to access the auction.

  • Click “Register to Bid.”

  • Create an account: Select “No Account? Sign in Here?” and follow the prompts to create your login credentials.

  • Complete the information requested on the Register to Bid screen.

  • Add a credit card: Enter a valid credit card to complete your registration. A temporary $5 authorization will appear on your card to verify it.

HOW TO BID

  • Silent auction: Bidding is open now and closes October 24 at 7:40 p.m. Find an item, enter your bid, and watch your email for outbid alerts.

  • Live statue auction: You can start placing bids on the statues now. Not at the auction, click View Live to follow along and bid in real time on October 24 at 8:00 p.m.. Attending the event, you will be given a paddle at check in.

  • Want to make bidding easier? Set a Max Bid on any silent auction item or statue ahead of time. The system will automatically increase your bid in increments as needed when you’re outbid, up to your specified limit.

‍‍How Do I Receive My Winning Items? Click here for details.

See the Art Unleashed Statues at the CODE Building

See the Art Unleashed Labrador statues outside the CODE Building at 240 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22902. Five statues will be on display inside the lobby, with the remaining 15 in the courtyard.

Art Unleashed auction Sponsors

Learn more about the statues, artists and statue Sponsors

  • Colorful ceramic sculpture of a dog with painted designs, sitting outdoors on a ground covered with dry leaves and green plants.
  • Painted wooden sculpture of a dog, decorated with colorful floral and nature-themed designs, situated on a grassy area in a forest.
  • A mosaic sculpture of a dog standing on grass in a forested area with trees in the background.
  • Colorfully painted horse sculpture outdoors among green foliage.
  • Balloons shaped like a dog with colorful decorations are placed outdoors on grass in a park, with trees and sunlight in the background.
  • Painted black sculpture of a dog with colorful floral and butterfly patterns, situated among green bushes and trees outdoors.
  • Colorful dog sculpture covered in multicolored paw print patterns, standing on grass next to a tree in a park.
  • Colorful inflatable sculpture of a dog with sunflower designs, situated on a grassy area with trees in the background.
  • A sculpture of a dog painted with colorful, intricate patterns including flowers, a cardinal bird, and abstract designs, situated outdoors on a grassy area with trees in the background.
  • Colorful painted dog sculpture in a forest setting with trees and grass.
  • A weathered, painted metal horse sculpture outdoors on a grassy lawn with trees in the background.
  • Colorful inflatable giraffe with a floral and text pattern, standing on grass in a forested area.
  • Colorful painted dinosaur sculpture outdoors among trees and grass.
  • Colorful painted horse sculpture outdoors on grassy ground with trees and green foliage in the background.
  • Decorative horse sculpture painted with a colorful mosaic pattern in green, blue, yellow, orange, and purple, situated outdoors on grass with trees in the background.
  • Decorated ceramic dog sculpture with colorful paintings of flowers, butterflies, and various nature motifs, positioned outdoors among trees and ground cover.
  • A life-sized sculpture of a zebra painted with black and white zebra stripe patterns, situated in a grassy area surrounded by trees.
  • Colorful painted sculpture of a dog outdoors in a wooded area with green trees and grass.
  • Decorative horse sculpture with a jockey helmet, painted with images of horse racing, placed on a grassy area in a wooded park.

event frequently Asked Questions

  • Yes. Please note, tickets are limited and sold on a first-come basis. We can't guarantee availability at the door, so buy early to secure your spot.

  • The attire is smart casual. Think dresses, skirts, jumpsuits, dress pants, blazers, button-down shirts, polos, or dark jeans paired with a polished top. Wear something comfortable that you'll feel great in while enjoying an evening of art, community, and supporting Service Dogs of Virginia.

  • .Parking:

    • Water Street Parking Garage: Located at 200 E. Water Street (about 0.2 miles away). The first hour is free, with standard hourly rates thereafter. From the garage, walk west up E. Water Street to reach the theater's Water Street entrance.

    • AirGarage Surface Lots: Public open-air lots are located nearby at 100 E Water St and along Water Street/1st Street, featuring pay-by-phone options.

    • Street Parking: Limited local street parking is available around the Downtown Mall area.

  • The CODE Building is fully wheelchair accessible with accessible parking and restrooms. Contact us in advance if you have specific accessibility needs.

  • Tickets are non-refundable but transferable. If you can't attend, you may transfer your ticket to another guest. Contact us at least 48 hours before the event.

Receiving your winning items

  • Online Bidders: Review each silent auction item’s description for pickup and shipping details. Shipping is available for select items only. If you anticipate difficulty arranging transportation or pickup, please contact Service Dogs of Virginia to discuss possible arrangements.

    In-Person Bidders: Please take your items home at the conclusion of the auction. If you’re unable to do so, SDV will contact you to arrange a pickup date and time.

  • Online Bidders: Service Dogs of Virginia will contact winning bidders to coordinate a pickup date and time. Winners are responsible for arranging transportation. If you anticipate challenges with transportation or pickup, please contact Service Dogs of Virginia so we can discuss possible arrangements.

    In-Person Bidders: Please take your items home at the conclusion of the auction. If you’re unable to do so, SDV will contact you to arrange a pickup date and time. Each statue weighs about 23 pounds and measures roughly 28.5" H × 36" L × 9" W, so it should fit in most trunks or back seats. We'll provide bags to protect the statues, but you may want to bring a blanket for extra padding.

Proceeds support our Together we Build Campaign

Net proceeds from Art Unleashed go directly toward Service Dogs of Virginia's campaign to build a dedicated permanent training facility — giving our dogs, trainers, and the families we serve a forever home in Virginia.