Annual Fundraisers
Each year Ballet Chicago hosts two fundraisers. One in the fall and one in spring. Learn more about our Spring Gala and Sunset Soiree below.
Sunset Soirée
The Sunset Soirée is our Fall Fundraiser onboard a Chicago Skyline Cruise – the Ft. Dearborn. It features refreshments, hors d'oeuvres, premium open bar and silent auction. Why attend? Tuition does not meet the costs of running Ballet Chicago. We need your help to make up our budget deficit. All money raised from our fall fundraiser supports our school programming, performances, and both our Philip and Marsha Dowd and Dance for Tomorrow Scholarship Programs.
Spring Gala
Our annual Spring Fundraiser, the Gala, is a themed evening featuring live music, dinner, an open bar, and a paddle raise. This event is a great opportunity to dress up, enjoy the Ballet Chicago community, and help us raise money for our school programming, performances, and both our Philip and Marsha Dowd and Dance for Tomorrow Scholarship Programs.
For our 30th Anniversary we are excited to announce a special Pearl Anniversary theme!
2025 Spring Gala Date is TBA