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SUMMARY:Celebrate Play Gala 2026
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for an evening that sparkles with good company\, great food\, and plenty of bubbles as we Celebrate Play! \nThe night begins with a champagne cocktail in our signature shade of purple\, passed hors d’oeuvres\, games that make you feel like a kid again\, and opportunities to take home fantastic prizes. Then\, enjoy a multi-course dinner as we share stories of impact from The Iowa Children’s Museum. \nRaise a glass of champagne with your table as we reach our fundraising goals\, then join the excitement of the live and silent auctions. When the final bids are in\, collect your winnings\, savor one last sip\, and celebrate what we’ve achieved together. \nThis event blends classy and casual with a black-and-white theme—dress it up in black tie or keep it simple in your favorite white tee and denim. \nYour support helps fund exhibits\, operations\, and programs at The Iowa Children’s Museum\, including ICM for Everyone\, which provides free and reduced admission for families with financial need. Together\, we can ensure that every child has the opportunity to imagine\, create\, and discover through the Power of Play. \nView the 2025 Event Wrap-Up and Photos Here!\nTickets\nIndividual Ticket ($125.00)\nIndividual tickets provide admission to the event\, including a multi-course dinner\, drinks\, and entertainment. \nTable Sponsors ($1\,500.00)\nSponsored Tables provide admission for 10 to the event\, including a multi-course dinner\, drinks\, and entertainment. Table Sponsors also receive recognition in the event program distributed to all guests\, inclusion of the sponsor’s name and/or logo in the Live Auction slide show\, and signage with the sponsor’s name welcoming guests at the event. \nReserve your tickets\nClick here to purchase your tickets! \nYou won’t want to miss this flashy\, classy event full of games\, drinks\, food\, and supporting kids in our community. \nEvent Menu\nAppetizers: Asian Meatballs\, Mac and Cheese Poppers (V)\, Cucumber Roulade with Boursin Cheese and Micro Greens (V/DF/GF) \nSalad: Seasonal Greens with Grilled Pear\, Pumpkin Seeds\, Feta\, Honey Vinaigrette (GF) \nEntrée: Sirloin Steak with Red Wine Demi-Glace (GF)\, Haricot Verts (Green Beans) (GF)\, Garlic Herb Mashed Potatoes \nVegetarian Entrée: Mushroom Ravioli with Sautéed Spinach\, Peppers\, and Asiago Cream Sauce \nVegan\, Gluten-free\, and/or Dairy-free Entrées available upon request \nDessert: Peanut Butter Layer Cake \nDrinks: A specialty welcome drink will be served to guests upon arrival. A cash bar will be available all evening. \nPresented By\n\n\nAdditional Support Provided By
URL:https://theicm.org/event/gala2026/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Coralville\, 300 E 9th St\, Coralville\, 52241\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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