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462 Results in category Philanthropy
Charity Galas & Philanthropy Events Calendar
The charity galas guide on LuxuryLifestyle.com gathers the most sought-after dates on the international calendar. Inside you will find black-tie charity galas, benefit auctions, fundraising dinners, charity balls and donor receptions, each chosen for quality, atmosphere and access. These occasions take place in grand ballrooms, museums, private estates and historic landmarks, and every listing explains what to expect, from the program and dress code to hospitality and ticket tiers. Whether you are mapping out a full season of travel or hoping to find something memorable this month, the category is built for donors, foundation leaders and guests who want an evening to make a difference. Each entry links straight to the organizer, so you can confirm details and reserve your place directly.
Securing the best experience usually comes down to timing. Tables and sponsorships usually sell before individual tickets, so contact the host organization early and confirm what your gift supports. Beyond tickets, think about where to stay, how to get there and whether a private guide, driver or concierge would make the day smoother. Our listings flag useful details where organizers provide them, and the broader events section of LuxuryLifestyle.com can help you fill the rest of your trip. Running an event of your own? Submit it for inclusion and reach guests who seek out the finest occasions.
12/03/2026
The American Museum of Natural History's Museum Gala fills the Milstein Hall of Ocean Life with cocktails, dinner, an auction and a performance by Jack White, chaired by Tina Fey and Jeff Richmond, Serena and Shawn Levy, and Alice and Lorne Michaels.
200 Central Park West New York, New York (NY) 10024
United States
212-496-3495
send email12/03/2026
Inaugural black-tie St. Jude Snowflake Ball at The Plaza with dinner, live auction, paddle raise and performance by Norah Jones.
768 5th Ave. New York, New York - NY 10019
United States
12/03/2026 - 12/04/2026
The third Kindeswohl-Berlin Charity-Gala fills the Pullman Berlin Schweizerhof with a three-course dinner and wine, inspiring speeches and musical highlights. The festive cocktail-attire evening raises funds for the welfare of children in Berlin.
Budapester Str. 25 Berlin, Berlin 10787
Germany
12/04/2026
The Maria Mitchell Association's third Deck The Wharf Bash celebrates Nantucket Stroll at Straight Wharf Fish with Champagne, caviar and festive bites, plus top packages with Bollinger vintage magnums and private stargazing on the deck.
4 Harbor Square Nantucket, Massachusetts (MA) 02554
United States
12/04/2026
The Cancer League's black-tie Holly Ball at Claremont Country Club in Oakland is a disco-themed evening of cocktails, dinner, auction and dancing to fund cancer research.
5295 Broadway Terrace Oakland, California (CA) 94618
United States
12/04/2026
The Italian Chamber of Commerce in Japan's annual gala dinner and concert at Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo.
2-10-8 Sekiguchi, Bunkyo-ku Tokyo, Tokyo 112-8680
Japan
+81 3 6809 5802
send emailThe 18th annual Pulse of the City Gala, the Cardiovascular Research Foundation's signature fundraiser, gathers New York's heart-care leaders at The Plaza to fund cardiovascular innovation and the CRF Fellowship Program.
768 Fifth Avenue New York, New York - NY
United States
646-434-4500
send email12/04/2026
ShelterBox USA's signature annual benefit 'A Place to Call Home' at the Montecito Club, hosted by President Kerri Murray: cocktails, silent auction and immersive gallery from 5:30pm, then dinner, live auction and entertainment.
Santa Barbara, California (CA)
United States
43rd Annual Holiday Festival Gala & Live Auction (black tie optional) supporting Torrance Memorial's Emergency Department Campaign: silent auction and hosted cocktails at 6pm, sit-down dinner and live auction at 7pm, then dancing.
3330 Lomita Boulevard Torrance, California (CA) 90505
United States
Concern Worldwide US hosts its black-tie Unite to Fight Hunger gala at Cipriani Wall Street, honoring Barclays Group CEO C.S. Venkatakrishnan, with musical performances and an evening raising funds for lifesaving food and treatment worldwide.
55 Wall St New York, New York (NY) 10005
United States
