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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.
12/14/2026
Gift of Life Marrow Registry's One Huge Night Miami gala at Queen Miami Beach, where transplant recipients meet their lifesaving donors for the first time; formal and elegant attire.
550 Washington Ave. Miami Beach, Florida (FL)
United States
1-561-982-2950
send email12/14/2026
Rugby legend Philippe Sella's charity Les Enfants de l'Ovale holds its charity evening in the InterContinental Opera salons that hosted the XV de France's legendary post-match banquets, supporting children's education through rugby.
Paris, Paris
France
Aspen Hope Center's Light the Way is a festive winter cocktail party at Baldwin Gallery in Aspen celebrating the center's mental-health crisis work in the community.
209 South Galena Street Aspen, Colorado (CO) 81611
United States
12/17/2026 - 12/18/2026
Instituto Coalizão Rio's Baile do Empresário returns to the Fairmont Rio de Janeiro Copacabana as a black-tie society ball themed Brasilidade, honouring the Empresário do Ano before about 550 business leaders, authorities and personalities.
Avenida Atlântica, 4240 Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro
Brazil
12/20/2026
93rd Las Madrinas Ball, Los Angeles' oldest and most prestigious debutante ball, presenting 27 young women at the Beverly Hilton and funding Las Madrinas' $5 million pledge to Children's Hospital Los Angeles.
9876 Wilshire Boulevard Beverly Hills, California (CA) 90210
United States
The Peninsula Tokyo hosts a Christmas Eve charity concert by Tokyo Sinfonia in its Grand Ballroom, paired with a seated four-course dinner. Proceeds benefit Make-A-Wish Japan, the Japan Toy Hospital Association and Vamos Together.
Tokyo, Tokyo
Japan
12/30/2026
The 17th Audi Ajax Cup, Aspen Valley Ski & Snowboard Club's signature fundraiser raising over $1 million each year, sends sixteen teams paired with pros and ski legends head-to-head in dual giant slalom on Aspen Mountain, then an après party.
Aspen, Colorado (CO)
United States
970-205-5101
The Metropolitan Opera rings in 2027 with its New Year's Eve Gala, a 6:30 PM premiere of Puccini's La Fanciulla del West followed by a black-tie post-performance dinner and dance at Lincoln Center, benefiting the Met's artistic programs.
30 Lincoln Center Plaza New York, New York (NY) 10023
United States
Charity international ballet gala organized by Fondazione Italiana Linfomi at Teatro La Fenice, with guest star Maria Kochetkova, supporting lymphoma research.
Venice, Veneto
Italy
01/08/2027
The 66th International Red Cross Ball, the black-tie evening that traditionally marks the formal start of the Palm Beach season.
1 S County Rd Palm Beach, Florida - FL 33480
United States
