43rd Annual Festival Gala and Auction

Join us for an Evening of Celebration & Seasonal Cheer

The Festival Committee invites you to join us on Thursday, December 3rd for a very special, celebratory edition of our 43rd Annual Festival Gala and Auction. Celebrate the season with us and enjoy an exquisite, curated seated dinner as we honor the recent retirement of Easterseals CEO Wendy Sullivan and her 45 years of service to the organization.

An Evening in Three Acts

Act I | Cocktail hour under the canopy

Gather beneath the canopy - the venue's stunning glass-enclosed terrace just steps away from the ballroom - for an elegant opening hour. Enjoy premium cocktails, butler-passed hors d'oeuvres, and browse our collection of one-of-a-kind silent auction items while reconnecting with friends old and new.

Act II | An exquisite seated dinner and program in the grand ballroom

Transition into the grand ballroom for a thoughtfully curated dinner and inspiring program, designed to honor the occasion, capture the spirit of the season, and celebrate an extraordinary legacy. 

Act III | Dancing and festive finale

The night returns to the canopy for an unforgettable finale filled with the sounds of the season, dancing, and lively celebration to close out a truly memorable evening.

If you have questions about this event, please contact McKenzi Melching, Director of Development, Community Relations & Special Events, at mckenzi.melching@esmw.org or 314-567-8263.

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Your support makes the Festival Gala & Auction possible. Explore sponsorship opportunities and help us make the 43rd annual celebration our most meaningful yet.

Reserve your Seat

We look forward to celebrating with you! Reserve your seat for the 43rd Annual Festival Gala and Auction. Individual tickets and tables of ten are available for purchase.

$350 per person | $3,500 per table of 10