Arts Alive at The Dalí 2026
September 19 @ 10:00am – 6:00pm
The Dalí is proud to participate in St. Petersburg’s “Arts Alive” event, offering free Gallery Admission to Pinellas County residents on Sat, Sep 19, 2026.
Free Gallery Admission for Pinellas County residents is WALK-UP ONLY and cannot be reserved online. Upon arrival, guests must present their resident ID (driver’s license, voter registration card, utility bill with name/address or campus ID with proof of address for dorm room). Those without proof of residency will be required to pay standard admission prices.
Dalí Alive 360° in The Dalí Dome is a $15 add-on for all guests and is not included with Arts Alive Gallery Admission. Pinellas County residents may reserve a preferred showtime at the button below. Advance tickets are recommended, as showtimes tend to sell out. Guests must present proof of Pinellas County residency along with their Dome ticket upon entry.
Things to do at The Dalí
- Discover The Dalí’s permanent collection of Salvador Dalí’s work spanning his entire artistic career.
- Explore the special exhibitions, Dalí in America and The Architecture of The Dalí.
- Immerse yourself in Dalí Alive 360°, where Dalí’s life and work unfolds all around you in The Dalí Dome ($15 add-on for all guests).
- See Dalí’s largest canvases come alive with Masterworks in Augmented Reality via the QR code on select painting labels.
- Pick up a version of the artist’s iconic “Lobster Phone” and speak with a reimagined Dalí with Ask Dalí.
- Hear from Junior Docent Ambassadors as they share their Dali knowledge and answer questions about the collection.
- Indulge in Spanish-themed food & beverages at Café Gala.
- Shop hundreds of Dalí-inspired items in the Museum Store.
- Participate in free surreal activities for the family throughout the Museum and grounds.
plan your visit
Admission is first come, first served and subject to gallery capacity at the time of arrival. Expect a lively day at the Museum—wait times are possible during peak hours, and immediate entry cannot be guaranteed.
For more information about what to bring and what to leave at home, please see our Visitor Information page.
parking
All Dalí Museum visitors will receive FREE parking as available. Parking is limited—a great alternative is the FREE St. Petersburg Downtown Looper Trolley, the Central Avenue Trolley or the Sun Runner, with daily service. Metered street parking is also available throughout Downtown St. Pete.
about arts alive
Arts Alive/Free Museum Day is produced by the City of St. Petersburg and participating cultural organizations. Explore more of St. Pete’s vibrant arts scene with free admission to other local institutions, including the Imagine Museum, The James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art and the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg.
faqs
Is Arts Alive free for residents of Tampa or other Florida communities?
The Dalí’s Arts Alive offer is specifically for Pinellas County residents. Guests visiting from Hillsborough, Pasco, Manatee and other counties are welcome to visit at regular admission pricing.
Why can’t I reserve a free gallery ticket online?
To help keep arrivals flexible and welcome as many local residents as possible throughout the day, free resident gallery admission will be offered as walk-up admission only.
What time should I visit?
Arts Alive runs from 10am–6pm. Because attendance varies throughout the day, we cannot guarantee that any particular time will have a shorter wait. If you have purchased Dalí Alive 360° tickets, please arrive before your showtime and allow additional time for check-in as wait times may vary.
Where should I go when I arrive?
Please follow Arts Alive signage and staff directions when you arrive. Separate lines may be available for resident walk-up admission and guests with Dalí Alive 360° reservations to help keep entry moving efficiently.
