Social Events and Food & Beverage
Welcome Mixer
Wednesday, October 29, 2025, 6pm – 9pm, Orlando Hilton Florida Ballroom Foyer
Gather in the foyer after you pick up your registration materials and connect with old friends and new! Cash Bar and plenty of space to meet up with friends, double check your schedule and make plans for the week!
Networking Breakfasts
A casual Continental Breakfast will be served at the Orlando Hilton Florida Ballroom Foyer
Thursday, October 30, 2025, from 7:00 am – 8:30 am
Friday, October 31, 2025, from 7:00 am – 8:30 am
Saturday, November 1, 2025, from 7:30 am – 9:00 am
Continental Breakfast is included in the Registration Package and Guest tickets can be purchased separately.
Guest Tickets: $35 per day advance, $40 onsite each.
NO BREAKFAST ON SUNDAY
Vendor Marketplace Mosaic Masquerade
Friday, October 31, 2025, 6:30 – 9:00pm, Hilton Orlando
Get ready to sparkle and shine at our fabulous “Vendor Marketplace Mosaic Masquerade” costume party, held especially for you this Halloween night! This isn’t just any party; it’s a vibrant celebration where the creativity of mosaic artists takes center stage, set amidst the dazzling backdrop of our Vendor Marketplace.
Slip into your most imaginative costume – whether it’s inspired by your favorite tesserae, a historical mosaic, a mythical muse, or simply a dazzling expression of your artistic spirit. Think vibrant colors, intricate patterns, and plenty of shimmer! This is your chance to connect with fellow female mosaic artists, share laughs, and revel in an evening of fun and inspiration. Enjoy delightful refreshments, discover new treasures from our vendors, and make unforgettable memories. Let your artistic spirit glow as bright as your mosaics this Halloween!
Mosaic Arts International Exhibition Artist Reception
Thursday, October 30, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Albin Polasek Museum and Sculpture Gardens, Polasek Gallery
This private reception for SAMA members and guests is a unique opportunity to view MAI 2025 and celebrate our Member Artists. Heavy Reception food and cash bar available.
This event is included in the Registration Package
Mosaic Art Salon Auction and 25th Anniversary Dinner Event
Saturday, November 1, 2025, 6:30 pm – 10:00 pm, Hilton Orlando
Dinner at 6:30 pm
Mosaic Art Salon and Auction, Bidding between 8:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Dancing and Revelry till 10:00 pm
Buffet Dinner and beverages will be served with a cash bar. Click HERE for more information on participating as an exhibiting Salon Artist.
Attendance to this event is included in the Registration Package and guest tickets can be purchased separately.
Guest Event Tickets: Art Salon & Fundraising Auction $65 advance / $85 onsite.
Remaining Lunches and Dinners On Own
Our conference team will provide a guide to meal options for unscheduled Lunches and Dinners in the area surrounding the hotel. Aside from the resort’s fabulous restaurants, there are several great restaurants, sandwich shops and coffee houses within walking distance. There will be plenty to choose from that will meet the needs of any dietary considerations!
Dietary Concerns
We plan menus that offer a variety of buffet-style options to meet the needs of the majority of food allergies and dietary concerns. If you have an extreme concern over the menu options offered for the events, please feel free to contact us at info@americanmosaics.org.