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Top 5 NYC Galas This Week: April 25 – 29, 2026
Spark’s guide to the city’s standout philanthropy events.
From black-tie mainstays to culture-driven benefits, New York’s spring gala circuit is in full swing with five standout events across the city. Do you have your ticket? Some are sold out …
New York Junior League: Savor the Spring — A Night Through the Decades
Saturday, April 25
Location: Astor House
Tickets: $175 sold out VIP: $300 sold out
Website: nyjl.org
A polished social-calendar fixture, this New York Junior League fundraiser pairs a classic New York crowd with a playful, decade-spanning theme. Expect cocktails, dinner and a lively dance floor—black tie with a lighter touch.
St. Jude Hope & Heritage Gala
Saturday, April 25 | 6:30 PM
Location: Cipriani Wall Street, 55 Wall St. NYC
Tickets: $800+
Website: stjude.org
A major fundraising evening supporting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, this gala draws a national donor base. The program centers on a formal dinner, auction and mission-driven storytelling, combining scale with impact.
Open House New York: Open City Benefit
Tuesday, April 28 | 6–9 PM
Location: 3 World Trade Center
Tickets: $1,500+; Tables: $10,000+
Website: ohny.org
A defining event for the design and civic community, this benefit from Open House New York brings together architects, planners and cultural leaders for an evening shaped by the city itself.
New York Philharmonic Spring Gala
Tuesday, April 28
Cocktails 5:30 PM | Concert 7 PM | Dinner to follow
Location: David Geffen Hall
Tickets: $2,500+; Tables: $25,000+
Website: nyphil.org
A cornerstone of the spring season, this Lincoln Center gala pairs a world-class performance with a formal dinner. It remains one of the city’s most prestigious cultural benefits. Honoring Barbara Tober and the memory of Donald Tober.
The BAM Ball + After Party
Wednesday, April 29
Cocktails 5 PM | Dinner 6 PM | Performance 8 PM | After party 9:30 PM
Location: Brooklyn Academy of Music
Tickets: Gala $1,000+; after party lower tier ($125) call 718-724-8220
Website: bam.org
Blending performance and nightlife, the BAM Ball stands out for its energy as much as its programming. Celebrating honorees Robert Wilson (in memoriam) and Gabriel Pizzi, With a special performance of Moby Dick, w/ dinner & dancing. The after party draws a younger, creative crowd, making it one of the week’s most dynamic benefits.