­Ava Max and Paris Jackson Added to amfAR Venezia Lineup

Colman Domingo to Host amfAR Venezia During Venice Film Festival (previously announced)

Colman Domingo Approved Photo

NEW YORK, July 18, 2025 — Pop sensation Ava Max will make a special performance at amfAR Venezia, taking place during the 82nd Venice International Film Festival on Sunday, August 31, 2025. Musician, model, and actress Paris Jackson will also perform at the event. The event, which raises funds for amfAR’s lifesaving biomedical research programs, will be hosted by Award-winning actor and amfAR supporter Colman Domingo at the Arsenale. 

In addition to musical performances, amfAR Venezia will feature cocktails, a black-tie gala dinner, and a live auction of contemporary artworks and one-of-a-kind experiences.

“There are still 40 million people living with HIV worldwide, and fundraising events like amfAR Venezia that support our efforts to find a cure for HIV remain as critically important as ever,” said amfAR CEO Kevin Robert Frost. 

amfAR has a long association with Italy, hosting events in Venice and Milan through the years. Recent honorees at amfAR Venezia have included Antonio Banderas, Richard Gere, Ava DuVernay, Ferzan Ozpetek, Achille Boroli, and Mohammed Al Turki. 

Presenting sponsor of amfAR Venezia is World Gold Council. Chopard is Signature Sponsor. San Clemente Palace Venice, managed by Mandarin Oriental, is the official hotel partner. 

The event will also be generously supported by Boroli Wines, Campari, and RUMOR Rosé.

About amfAR
amfAR, The Foundation for AIDS Research, is one of the world’s leading nonprofit organizations dedicated to the support of AIDS research, HIV prevention, treatment education, and advocacy. Since 1985, amfAR has raised nearly $950 million in support of its programs and has awarded more than 3,800 grants to research teams worldwide.

Contact:
Bennah Serfaty, amfAR Senior Director, Communications, bennah.serfaty@amfar.org
Credential Requests: melissa.rubenstein@amfar.org

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