The 128th Season Gala brings the community and our philanthropic leaders together to increase our impact on the arts landscape of Central Illinois. Your involvement not only enhances the evening enjoyment, but also contributes directly to the success of our mission to entertain, educate, and inspire! 

Our Gala begins with valet parking on arrival, Red Carpet professional photos, a hosted cocktail reception featuring an array of hors d’oeuvres, a chamber ensemble, and event themed games in the Memphis ballroom. 

The event will continue into the Grand Ballroom with a gourmet dinner, Mission fundraising presentation, STL CIGARS cigar rolling, Mirror Me selfie photo booth, live musical entertainment, and dancing.

The night’s itinerary:

- 5:30 PM- Cocktail & Hors D’Oeuvres Reception
- 7:00 PM- Formal Seated Dinner
- 8:00 PM- Mission Fundraising Presentation
- 9:00 PM- Live Musical Entertainment & Dancing
- 10:30 PM- Event Ends 

For more info: https://www.facebook.com/events/1082093353252795

Halloween Live at the Five Spot: The Brazillionaires
Friday, October 24, 2025~ 6:30-9:30pm

Featuring a Bonus Hour and a Costume Contest with prizes!

Most attendees dress in costume. Everyone can vote by ballot for their favorite costume. Dress up to try to win the costume contest with prizes including a blown glass pumpkin and a wine stopper both by local glass artist Jeremie Draper, owner of J. Draper Glass at 929 N. Sheridan. 
Tickets in Advance: Online at 309tix.com: $12 nonmembers; $8-members + fees (until 5pm the day of event)

Tickets at the door: $12-members, $16-nonmembers 
Walk-in admission is available until maximum capacity is reached. This event will likely sell out. If that occurs, no walk-ins will be permitted!

About the Band: The Brazilionaires music is a blend of Latin & pop with a jazzy feel. The Nashville based band is fronted by vocalist Dove Benoit and guitarist “Rico” Wayne Johnson featuring the Midwest’s finest musicians.

For tickets: Tickets309tix.com/events/live-at-the-five-spot-the-brazillionaires

For more info: https://www.facebook.com/events/2288728058208584