The Gala Season
South Florida's most consequential social season — a curated directory of the galas, benefit dinners, and cultural fundraisers shaping Miami from September through June.
Miami's charity calendar doesn't announce itself with fanfare; it builds quietly, uniting the city's vital institutions with its most dedicated cultural patrons. This independent, unsponsored index serves as the definitive community resource for the events worth circling this season — the dates, dress codes, and core missions driving tens of millions of dollars toward South Florida's most essential medical, educational, and cultural causes.
November 2026
14 eventsSaturday, November 7, 2026
Amigos for Kids: Amigos Night 2026
TBD, Miami
Immerse yourself in a high-energy celebration of culture and community dedicated to protecting South Florida's children. Amigos Night is the signature annual benefit for Amigos for Kids, an organization steadfastly committed to preventing child abuse and neglect by strengthening families. The evening features live musical performances, celebrity guests, a diverse array of culinary stations showcasing local flavor, and a massive silent auction, all raising critical funds for after-school programs and parental education initiatives across Miami-Dade County.
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Saturday, November 7, 2026
Make-A-Wish Southern Florida: InterContinental Miami Make-A-Wish Ball 2026
InterContinental Miami, Miami
Step into one of Miami's most beloved annual charity traditions at the InterContinental Miami. The Make-A-Wish Ball brings together South Florida's most generous philanthropists, business leaders, and community champions to grant life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. The evening unfolds with a glamorous cocktail reception, a formal seated dinner, a live auction featuring extraordinary experiences, and heartwarming wish reveals that remind every guest why they came. One hundred percent of proceeds fund wishes for local children.
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Saturday, November 7, 2026
Americans for Immigrant Justice: 30th Anniversary Annual Gala
TBD, Miami
Commemorate three decades of championing basic human rights at this historic milestone evening. Americans for Immigrant Justice celebrates 30 years of providing life-changing legal services, advocacy, and policy reform for low-income immigrants, unaccompanied children, and survivors of trafficking. The anniversary gala gathers prominent civil rights advocates, legal professionals, and civic champions for an inspiring program, dinner, and awards ceremony honoring those who have shaped a more just South Florida.
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Saturday, November 7, 2026
Beaux Arts: Beaux Arts Ball 2026
TBD, Miami
Celebrate Miami's oldest volunteer arts organization at its signature annual theme party. The Beaux Arts Ball brings together the city's most dedicated art patrons and cultural leaders to raise vital funds for the Lowe Art Museum at the University of Miami. Proceeds directly support hands-on educational programs for local outreach students and help keep the museum accessible to the public. Expect a highly creative evening featuring a dramatic themed design, live entertainment, and a festive dinner.
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Saturday, November 7, 2026
Pérez Art Museum Miami: Art of the Party
Pérez Art Museum Miami
Celebrate the intersection of art, culture, and community at PAMM's signature annual fundraiser. Art of the Party transforms the Pérez Art Museum Miami into an immersive evening of contemporary art, live performances, and curated culinary experiences overlooking Biscayne Bay. Guests mingle among world-class works from the museum's permanent collection and special exhibitions while supporting PAMM's education programs and free community days that make art accessible to all Miami-Dade residents.
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Thursday, November 12, 2026
Nicklaus Children's Hospital Foundation: Fashion Gives Back 2026
TBD, Miami
Experience the intersection of high fashion and pediatric healthcare advocacy at this high-profile fall highlight. Fashion Gives Back gathers fashion icons, young professionals, and healthcare champions to raise critical funds for the patients and families at Nicklaus Children's Hospital. The evening features an exclusive runway showcase presenting the latest seasonal collections from luxury designers, paired with artisanal cocktails and premium networking, all dedicated to driving medical innovation and patient care for South Florida's youngest patients.
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Friday, November 13, 2026
Young Patronesses of the Opera: Opera Meets Jazz
TBD, Miami
Savor a brilliant, genre-bending musical showcase presented by the Young Patronesses of the Opera. This intimate and sophisticated evening blends the grand classical mastery of opera with the smooth, improvisational rhythms of live jazz. Held annually to raise essential funds for opera education programs and pocket-opera performances for tens of thousands of South Florida elementary school children, the night features curated wines, gourmet bites, and world-class vocal performances.
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Friday, November 13, 2026
Vinos at the Plaza — Coral Gables Community Foundation
The Plaza Coral Gables
Raise a glass to scholarship and community at the 8th Annual Vinos at the Plaza, the signature wine auction benefiting the Coral Gables Community Foundation. Chaired by Mayor Vince and Olga Mari Lago and presented by Evensky & Katz/Foldes Wealth Management, this sophisticated evening at The Plaza Coral Gables features curated wine flights, a live auction of rare and coveted bottles, and an elegant reception. Every bid directly funds CGCF's scholarship programs and community grants that strengthen the City Beautiful.
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Saturday, November 14, 2026
Girl Scouts of Tropical Florida: Campfires to Cocktails 2026
TBD, South Florida
Relive the magic of camp with an elevated, adult twist at this unique outdoor-inspired benefit. Campfires to Cocktails brings together community leaders, alumni, and supporters to celebrate the enduring legacy of the Girl Scouts across Miami-Dade and the Keys. Guests enjoy curated rustic-chic cocktail stations, a premium camp-themed silent auction, and live music, all working to raise funds that ensure young girls have access to leadership development, STEM programs, and outdoor adventures that build confidence for life.
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Monday, November 16, 2026
Women of Tomorrow: Rosé Day 2026
TBD, South Florida
Raise a glass to female mentorship and educational empowerment at South Florida's premier autumn daytime fundraiser. Rosé Day gathers influential women executives, philanthropists, and community leaders for a beautiful afternoon dedicated to the Women of Tomorrow Mentor & Scholarship Program. Guests enjoy premium rosé wine flights, a curated upscale luncheon, and a high-end luxury auction, directly funding mentorship pipelines and college scholarships for at-risk young women in local public high schools across Miami-Dade.
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Tuesday, November 17, 2026
Greater Miami Jewish Federation: Women's Philanthropy Lion of Judah
TBD, Miami
Honor the global standard of women's philanthropic leadership at this deeply meaningful annual assembly. The Lion of Judah luncheon recognizes extraordinary women who make a significant personal commitment to the Greater Miami Jewish Federation's annual campaign. This powerful gathering highlights global social service programs, educational infrastructure, and emergency relief efforts, celebrating the collective impact of female leadership in preserving Jewish heritage and supporting vulnerable populations locally and worldwide.
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Thursday, November 19, 2026
Give Miami Day 2026
Virtual / Online
Participate in one of the biggest 24-hour digital giving movements in the United States. Hosted by The Miami Foundation, Give Miami Day allows every resident to become a philanthropist by supporting hundreds of local nonprofits, schools, and religious institutions across Miami-Dade County. This completely virtual event features real-time leaderboard tracking, prize minute match hours, and community-wide storytelling, making it the most inclusive and democratized charitable day on the South Florida calendar. Give from anywhere — every dollar counts.
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Thursday, November 19, 2026
Holtz Children's Hospital: 3rd Annual Fashion Arts Beats Le Cirque Couture
TBD, Miami
Step under the big top for an avant-garde fusion of fashion, art, and rhythm benefiting South Florida's youngest patients. Le Cirque Couture brings together visionary fashion designers, live visual artists, and dynamic musical performances for a spectacular circus-inspired production at its third annual staging. All proceeds directly support the Holtz Children's Hospital at UM/Jackson Memorial Medical Center, funding advanced medical equipment, child-life programs, and specialized multi-disciplinary pediatric intensive care units.
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Saturday, November 21, 2026
Vizcaya Museum and Gardens: The 69th Annual Vizcaya Ball
Vizcaya Museum and Gardens, Miami
Step back in time at Miami's ultimate historic social highlight: The 69th Annual Vizcaya Ball. As one of the longest-running gala traditions in South Florida, this magnificent evening raises essential funds for the preservation and protection of Vizcaya Museum and Gardens. Guests are treated to an opulent, illuminated evening across the historic estate's formal Italian gardens and majestic waterfront terrace, featuring a formal seated dinner, live orchestral music, and spectacular artistic performances.
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December 2026
2 eventsSaturday, December 5, 2026
Camillus House: 27th Annual Hope for All Gala
TBD, Miami
Join Camillus House for its 27th Annual Hope for All Gala, one of Miami's most enduring charity traditions. This elegant evening brings together the city's most committed advocates for the homeless and vulnerable to celebrate Camillus House's comprehensive continuum of care — from emergency shelter and healthcare to workforce development and permanent housing. The gala features a cocktail reception, formal dinner, live entertainment, and a spirited auction, all raising vital funds to serve Miami's most marginalized residents.
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Saturday, December 12, 2026
The Mayor's Ball — Liga Contra el Cancer & CGCF
Loews Coral Gables Hotel
Conclude the calendar year with a monumental evening of unity and life-saving fundraising at Loews Coral Gables Hotel. The fifth annual Mayor's Ball, hosted by Coral Gables Mayor Vince Lago, is held in joint partnership with the Coral Gables Community Foundation and Liga Contra el Cancer. This premier winter highlight gathers municipal leaders, corporate executives, and healthcare advocates for cocktails, a formal dinner, and live entertainment. Proceeds provide completely free, world-class medical screenings and treatments to low-income, uninsured cancer patients across South Florida.
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January 2027
6 eventsSaturday, January 9, 2027
Voices For Children Foundation: Be A Voice Gala — The Thread That Binds Us
TBD, Miami
Stand up for Miami-Dade's most vulnerable children at this powerful annual fundraiser. The Be A Voice Gala — themed "The Thread That Binds Us" — unites the community around the Voices For Children Foundation's critical mission of providing court-appointed Guardian ad Litems for every abused, abandoned, and neglected child in the foster care system. The evening features a compelling program of survivor stories, a curated silent auction, and a formal dinner, all raising vital funds to ensure no child navigates the court system alone.
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Saturday, January 9, 2027
YoungArts Miami Gala
YoungArts Campus, Miami
Celebrate the next generation of America's most exceptional young artists at the YoungArts Miami Gala. This premier annual evening honors the extraordinary talent of young visual, literary, and performing artists who have been recognized through the National YoungArts Foundation's rigorous selection process. Guests experience breathtaking live performances, curated visual art exhibitions, and an elegant dinner, all raising funds to support life-changing mentorship, residencies, and career development for emerging artists.
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Sunday, January 10, 2027
Greater Miami Jewish Federation: The Main Event 2027
TBD, Miami
Experience the Greater Miami Jewish Federation's most dynamic and high-energy annual fundraiser. The Main Event brings together thousands of community members for an electrifying evening of entertainment, networking, and philanthropy. This signature gathering celebrates the Federation's global reach — from local social services and Jewish education to emergency relief efforts worldwide — through a spectacular program featuring headline entertainment, premium dining, and a spirited live auction that fuels the Federation's mission for another year.
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Friday, January 15, 2027
88.9FM WDNA Radio: The Jazz Gala
TBD, Miami
Celebrate the soul of South Florida's jazz heritage at this intimate and sophisticated annual benefit. The 88.9FM WDNA Jazz Gala brings together music lovers, cultural patrons, and community leaders for an extraordinary evening of live jazz performances by South Florida's finest musicians. All proceeds directly support WDNA's mission of broadcasting jazz and community-focused programming 24 hours a day, keeping this vital cultural art form alive and accessible across the region.
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Thursday, January 21, 2027
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden: Splendor in the Garden 2027
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, Coral Gables
Gather beneath an illuminated canopy of rare tropical flora for one of Miami's most visually breathtaking social highlights. Splendor in the Garden brings together environmental advocates, civic leaders, and philanthropists to support Fairchild's global conservation efforts, world-class botanical research, and community learning programs. The evening begins with a cocktail reception winding through the majestic lakeside gardens, followed by a formal seated dinner and dancing under the stars.
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Saturday, January 30, 2027
Friends of The Underline: The Underline Sneaker Ball 2027
TBD, Miami
Lace up for one of Miami's most uniquely stylish charity events of the year. The Underline Sneaker Ball brings together urban design enthusiasts, civic advocates, and sneaker culture aficionados to support The Underline — Miami's transformative 10-mile linear park and urban trail beneath the Metrorail. Guests are encouraged to pair their finest formal attire with their most prized sneakers, creating a one-of-a-kind fashion statement while raising critical funds for programming, public art, and community activation along the trail.
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February 2027
7 eventsSaturday, February 6, 2027
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden: Gala in the Garden 2027
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, Coral Gables
Gather beneath an illuminated canopy of rare tropical flora for one of Miami's most visually breathtaking social highlights. The Gala in the Garden brings together environmental advocates, civic leaders, and philanthropists to support Fairchild's global conservation efforts, world-class botanical research, and community learning programs. The evening begins with a cocktail reception winding through the majestic lakeside gardens, followed by a formal seated dinner and dancing under the stars.
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Saturday, February 6, 2027
95 Years & Beyond Gala — Miami Lighthouse for the Blind
The Biltmore Hotel
Celebrate 95 years of transformative service at this milestone gala for the Miami Lighthouse for the Blind & Visually Impaired. Themed "Lighting the Way to Our Centennial," this elegant evening at The Biltmore Hotel honors the Lighthouse's extraordinary legacy of rehabilitation, education, and employment services for people who are blind or have low vision. The program features a live auction, inspiring testimonials from clients whose lives have been changed, and a performance by the acclaimed Miami Lighthouse Musicians.
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Tuesday, February 9, 2027
HistoryMiami Museum: History Icon Awards 2027
HistoryMiami Museum, Miami
Honor the visionaries who have shaped the cultural fabric of the Magic City at the History Icon Awards 2027. Hosted directly at the museum, this signature event celebrates individuals and institutions whose lasting contributions have defined Miami's unique heritage and global identity. The evening features an intimate cocktail reception, dynamic storytelling showcases, and premium networking with the city's foremost historians, civic preservationists, and community leaders.
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Saturday, February 20, 2027
American Heart Association: 2027 Miami Heart Ball
TBD, Miami
Champion a healthier South Florida at the 2027 Miami Heart Ball. As a cornerstone of Miami's social calendar, this high-energy gala unites medical professionals, corporate executives, and passionate philanthropists to raise critical funds for cardiovascular research, stroke prevention, and health equity education. Expect a vibrant evening filled with interactive silent auctions, gourmet heart-healthy dining, and a powerful celebration of life-saving medical milestones achieved through the American Heart Association's work in our community.
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Saturday, February 20, 2027
Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA): A Night in Paradise
MOCA North Miami
Immerse yourself in a boundary-pushing celebration of contemporary art and nightlife culture. A Night in Paradise serves as MOCA North Miami's premier annual benefit, raising essential funds to keep the museum's cutting-edge contemporary exhibitions and diverse public programming accessible to all. Bringing together prominent artists, collectors, and cultural disruptors, the event transforms the museum pavilion into a spectacular oasis of live art installations, global culinary stations, and late-night dancing.
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Saturday, February 27, 2027
Miami Dolphins & Sylvester Cancer Center: Dolphins Cancer Challenge XVII
Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens
Join the ultimate community crusade against cancer at Hard Rock Stadium for Dolphins Cancer Challenge XVII. Backed by the Miami Dolphins organization, this massive multi-tiered event is the largest fundraising event in the NFL, with 100% of participant-raised funds going directly to the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Miami. Whether cycling, running, or walking, thousands of South Florida residents stand alongside cancer survivors and athletes to fuel groundbreaking cancer research and patient care.
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Saturday, February 27, 2027
New World Symphony: 39th Anniversary Gala
New World Center, Miami Beach
Experience a dazzling fusion of classical mastery and modern innovation at the New World Center. The 39th Anniversary Gala celebrates the New World Symphony's global mission to prepare highly gifted musicians for leadership roles in professional orchestras. Co-directed by world-renowned artistic visionaries, this extraordinary night features a highly curated, immersive performance utilizing the center's cutting-edge projection wall, followed by an elegant multi-course dinner and an after-hours jazz lounge.
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March 2027
7 eventsTuesday, March 2, 2027
Vizcaya Museum and Gardens: The Vizcaya Preservation Luncheon
Vizcaya Museum and Gardens, Miami
Gather for Miami's premier daytime social tradition on the spectacular estate grounds. Affectionately known as the "Hat Luncheon," The Vizcaya Preservation Luncheon brings together fashion icons, civic leaders, and environmental advocates to support the ongoing preservation of this National Historic Landmark. Guests will enjoy a stylish cocktail reception on the waterfront terrace, a high-fashion hat contest, and an elegant seated lunch, with all proceeds directly funding the protection of Vizcaya's historic architecture and formal Italian gardens.
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Saturday, March 6, 2027
Alzheimer's Association Southeast Florida: The Sunshine Gala
TBD, South Florida
Shine a light on Alzheimer's research and caregiver support at The Sunshine Gala, the signature annual fundraiser for the Alzheimer's Association Southeast Florida Chapter. This elegant evening brings together healthcare professionals, families affected by Alzheimer's, and community champions to raise critical funds for local care and support programs, research advocacy, and the Association's 24/7 helpline. The program features inspiring tributes to caregivers, a live auction, and a dinner that honors the resilience of those living with the disease.
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Saturday, March 6, 2027
Greater Miami Jewish Federation: Young Leadership Division Masquerade Ball
TBD, Miami
Dance the night away while supporting the next generation of Jewish community leaders at the Greater Miami Jewish Federation's Young Leadership Division Masquerade Ball. This glamorous, high-energy evening brings together young professionals and emerging philanthropists for a night of mystery, music, and meaningful giving. Behind every mask is a commitment to the Federation's mission of building a stronger, more connected Jewish community locally and around the world through education, social services, and global advocacy.
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Tuesday, March 9, 2027
United Way Miami: Women United Breakfast 2027
TBD, Miami
Empower the next generation of female leaders at the Women United Breakfast. This highly anticipated annual morning assembly features an influential panel of Miami's most successful women executives, trailblazers, and civic pillars. Attendees engage in high-impact networking and powerful discussions centered around financial stability, education access, and community health. Funds raised directly support United Way Miami's initiatives aimed at uplifting local families and creating pathways to economic mobility for women across Miami-Dade.
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Friday, March 12, 2027
Women's Fund Miami-Dade: Power of the Purse 2027
TBD, Miami
Celebrate the economic power and philanthropic leadership of women at this signature annual luncheon. Power of the Purse brings together South Florida's most influential female executives, entrepreneurs, and civic leaders to raise critical funds for the Women's Fund Miami-Dade. Proceeds directly support grants and programs that advance gender equity, economic empowerment, and health access for women and girls across the county, making this one of the most impactful afternoons on the spring social calendar.
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Saturday, March 13, 2027
Adrienne Arsht Center: 21st Anniversary Gala
Adrienne Arsht Center, Miami
Celebrate over two decades of transformative arts and culture at the Adrienne Arsht Center's landmark anniversary gala. This milestone evening honors the center's extraordinary impact on Miami's cultural landscape — from world-class Broadway productions and symphony performances to community education programs that have reached millions of South Floridians. Guests will enjoy an exclusive performance, elegant dinner, and a celebration of the arts' power to unite and inspire.
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Thursday, March 18, 2027
New World School of the Arts: Rising Stars 2027
TBD, Miami
Celebrate the extraordinary talent emerging from Miami's premier arts high school at the New World School of the Arts Rising Stars Gala. This inspiring annual event showcases the remarkable achievements of NWSA's most gifted young visual artists, musicians, dancers, and theater performers. The evening features live student performances, an art auction, and a formal dinner, raising vital funds for scholarships, equipment, and expanded arts programming.
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April 2027
15 eventsSaturday, April 3, 2027
Women Who Make a Difference Luncheon — Junior League of Miami
Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove
Honor the women who shape Miami at the Junior League of Miami's annual Women Who Make a Difference Luncheon, held at the Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove. This distinguished afternoon recognizes outstanding women who exemplify the Junior League's mission to promote volunteerism, develop women's potential, and improve communities through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. The luncheon brings together civic leaders, philanthropists, and community advocates for an inspiring program and elegant midday celebration.
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Monday, April 5, 2027
Voices For Children Foundation: Golf Invitational 2027
TBD, South Florida
Hit the greens for a premier day of sporting philanthropy benefiting Miami-Dade's foster youth. The annual Golf Invitational gathers corporate leaders, avid golfers, and civic champions for an exclusive tournament experience on one of South Florida's finest championship courses. Every swing and sponsorship directly funds the Voices For Children Foundation, ensuring that abused, abandoned, and neglected children in the foster care system have a dedicated court-appointed Guardian ad Litem and access to vital financial resources.
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Saturday, April 10, 2027
Kristi House: 2027 Gala — Beneath the Northern Lights
TBD, Miami
Step into an enchanting, luminous winter wonderland for a profoundly impactful evening. Beneath the Northern Lights serves as the flagship annual gala for Kristi House, Miami's leading advocate for child trauma victims and survivors of abuse. Bringing together the city's most dedicated child advocates and philanthropists, the evening features an elegant dinner, curated live art performances, and an expansive auction to fund critical healing, legal advocacy, and prevention education programs for Miami's most vulnerable children.
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Saturday, April 10, 2027
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital: 25th Annual FedEx/St. Jude Angels and Stars Gala
TBD, Miami
Join South Florida's most dedicated philanthropists for the 25th Annual FedEx/St. Jude Angels and Stars Gala, one of the region's most beloved and long-running charity traditions. This milestone silver anniversary evening raises critical funds for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital's groundbreaking work in treating and defeating childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases. Guests enjoy an elegant dinner, a spectacular live auction, and heartwarming tributes to the children and families whose lives have been transformed by St. Jude's mission.
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Saturday, April 10, 2027
Miami Children's Museum: 2027 Be A Kid Again Gala
TBD, Miami
Rediscover the joy and wonder of childhood at the Miami Children's Museum's annual signature gala. Be A Kid Again invites guests to experience a magical evening of playful installations, immersive activities, and imaginative entertainment — all while raising vital funds for the museum's educational programs that serve over 300,000 children and families annually. The event features a creative silent auction, themed dining, and entertainment that celebrates the power of play in child development.
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Saturday, April 10, 2027
Jackson Health Foundation: Golden Angels Gala
TBD, Miami
Honor the extraordinary medical professionals and philanthropic champions who have transformed healthcare for Miami-Dade's most vulnerable patients at the Jackson Health Foundation's Golden Angels Gala. This prestigious annual evening celebrates the "Golden Angels" — individuals and organizations whose generosity has made a profound difference in the lives of patients at Jackson Health System. Guests enjoy an elegant dinner, live entertainment, and a meaningful awards program.
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Friday, April 16, 2027
United Way Miami: VeritageMiami 2027 — Interactive Dinner
TBD, Miami
Embark on an extraordinary culinary journey at VeritageMiami's signature Interactive Dinner Experience. This innovative evening pairs world-class wines with an immersive, multi-course dining adventure guided by master sommeliers and celebrated chefs. Each course is designed to educate and delight, creating a one-of-a-kind sensory experience that raises critical funds for United Way Miami's community programs focused on education, financial stability, and health equity for families across Miami-Dade County.
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Saturday, April 17, 2027
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Miami: The BIG Gala 2027
TBD, Miami
Celebrate the transformative power of mentorship at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Miami's annual flagship fundraiser. The BIG Gala brings together the community's most passionate advocates for youth development to honor the extraordinary impact of one-to-one mentoring relationships. The evening features inspiring stories from Bigs and Littles, a premium silent auction, and an elegant dinner, all raising vital funds to match more Miami youth with caring adult mentors who help them reach their full potential.
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Saturday, April 17, 2027
Center for Autism & Related Disabilities: The CARD Gala 2027
TBD, South Florida
Champion inclusion and celebrate the remarkable achievements of individuals with autism and related disabilities at the annual CARD Gala. This meaningful evening brings together families, advocates, researchers, and community leaders to support the Center for Autism & Related Disabilities' mission of providing free, individualized support services to people with autism across South Florida. The event features inspiring presentations, a curated auction, and a dinner that honors the strength and resilience of the autism community.
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Tuesday, April 20, 2027
United Way Miami: VeritageMiami 2027 — Wine and Food Experience
TBD, Miami
Savor the finest wines and culinary creations at VeritageMiami's premier Wine and Food Experience. This celebrated annual event transforms a spectacular Miami venue into a world-class tasting destination, featuring hundreds of exceptional wines from around the globe paired with signature dishes from South Florida's most acclaimed restaurants and chefs. All proceeds benefit United Way Miami's vital community programs, making every sip and bite a contribution to a stronger, more equitable Miami-Dade County.
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Friday, April 23, 2027
Inner Circle Miami Luncheon — American Cancer Society
Loews Coral Gables Hotel
Over 400 of South Florida's most dedicated philanthropists gather at the Loews Coral Gables Hotel for the Inner Circle Miami Luncheon, the American Cancer Society's premier annual recognition event. This distinguished afternoon honors local women whose extraordinary philanthropic efforts have made a measurable difference in the fight against cancer. The program celebrates their leadership with heartfelt tributes, inspiring survivor stories, and a call to action that fuels the Society's research, patient services, and prevention programs across the region.
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Saturday, April 24, 2027
Branches: Black Tie & Blue Jeans Gala
TBD, South Florida
Dress up, dress down, or mix both at one of South Florida's most uniquely styled annual galas. Black Tie & Blue Jeans invites guests to celebrate Branches' mission of breaking the cycle of poverty by providing education, job training, and family support services to low-income residents across Broward and Palm Beach counties. The evening's playful dress code sets the tone for a warm, community-centered celebration featuring live entertainment, a spirited auction, and an inspiring program.
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Saturday, April 24, 2027
Camillus House: 17th Annual The Auction — Uncork and Unwind
TBD, Miami
Join Miami's business and civic leaders for a powerful night of philanthropy at the 27th Annual Hope for All Gala. This signature event raises vital funds for Camillus House, an institution that has spent decades providing humanitarian services, sustainable housing, and critical resources to individuals facing homelessness in Greater Miami. The evening features a premium silent auction, fine dining, and inspiring stories of community impact.
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Saturday, April 24, 2027
Florida Grand Opera: FGO 85th Anniversary Gala — Miami: 2037
TBD, Miami
Mark a historic milestone in South Florida's cultural legacy at the Florida Grand Opera's 85th Anniversary Gala. This landmark celebration honors eight and a half decades of world-class opera performances, education programs, and community outreach that have made FGO one of the most beloved cultural institutions in the Southeast. The evening features a spectacular operatic performance, an elegant dinner, and a premium auction, all raising vital funds to ensure FGO's artistic excellence continues for generations to come.
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Saturday, April 24, 2027
Young Musicians Unite: YMU 14th Annual Gala — En Vogue
TBD, Miami
Celebrate the transformative power of music education at Young Musicians Unite's 14th Annual Gala. En Vogue brings together Miami's music lovers, cultural patrons, and community leaders for a spectacular evening of live performances by YMU's talented young musicians. The event showcases the extraordinary impact of YMU's after-school music programs, which provide free instruments, lessons, and mentorship to underserved youth across Miami-Dade County. Guests enjoy an elegant dinner, a curated auction, and inspiring musical performances.
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May 2027
4 eventsMonday, May 10, 2027
Informed Families: 42nd Annual Dinner at Joe's Stone Crab
Joe's Stone Crab, Miami Beach
Gather at an iconic South Florida landmark for a legendary culinary tradition with a deep community purpose. The 42nd Annual Dinner at Joe's Stone Crab brings together Miami's top civic leaders and families to support Informed Families' mission of helping kids grow up safe, healthy, and drug-free. Guests enjoy world-famous stone crabs and premium networking in one of Miami's most storied dining rooms, with all proceeds directly funding statewide prevention education and parent mobilization programs across Florida.
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Friday, May 14, 2027
Ronald McDonald House: 34th Annual Twelve Good Men Luncheon
TBD, South Florida
Celebrate the extraordinary philanthropic contributions of South Florida's most dedicated male civic leaders at the 34th Annual Twelve Good Men Luncheon. This distinguished afternoon honors a select group of individuals recognized for their exceptional community service, leadership, and charity work. Proceeds from this elegant event benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities of South Florida, providing a supportive home-away-from-home for families of seriously ill children receiving treatment at nearby medical facilities.
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Saturday, May 15, 2027
United Way Miami: Mayor's Ball 2027
TBD, Miami
Join the intersection of civic leadership and premium philanthropy at one of the hallmark events of the spring social season. Hosted in partnership with the county mayor, the Mayor's Ball unites Miami-Dade's business executives, public officials, and community advocates for an evening of formal dining and live entertainment. All proceeds benefit United Way Miami's countywide initiatives targeting education, financial stability, and health equity for local families, making this one of the most impactful black-tie evenings of the year.
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Saturday, May 15, 2027
Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce: 101st Annual Gala
TBD, Miami Beach
Commemorate over a century of business excellence and civic progress at this historic milestone celebration. The Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce's annual gala gathers the city's premier hospitality leaders, entrepreneurs, and historic visionaries who shape the economic and cultural landscape of the beach. The evening honors community pillars with prestigious awards alongside live music, fine dining, and networking.
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