Saturday, October 24, 2026, 6–11:59 p.m.
One of Baltimore’s most anticipated arts and culture events of the year, the annual Gala & Party is an extraordinary celebration of community, cultural leadership, and the dynamic impact of the Walters Art Museum.
Last year, more than 500 Baltimore leaders, community partners, and arts supporters gathered at the museum to celebrate the transformative power of art while enjoying exquisite culinary creations and lively entertainment. Gala sponsors and ticket buyers contribute vital support to expanded education programs, dynamic exhibitions and programming, and industry-leading conservation efforts at the Walters, as well as helping keep admission to the museum and its programs free for all. This event helps sustain the Walters as a cornerstone of the region’s arts community and a vibrant space for inspiration and creativity.
6 p.m. to midnight
Beginning at 6 p.m., Gala guests enjoy a sparkling cocktail hour before dining in the museum’s galleries. The Party kicks off at 9 p.m., capping off the evening with dancing, specially designed lounges, and pop-ups from Baltimore favorites.
8 p.m. to midnight
At this brand-new addition to the event, guests enjoy an 8 p.m. entry to experience exclusive culinary offerings and entertainment, alongside expanded pop-ups from Baltimore favorites.
9 p.m. to midnight
Beginning at 9 p.m., Party guests enjoy transformed museum spaces featuring specially designed lounges, open galleries, dancing, late-night bites, and pop-ups from Baltimore favorites.
The dinner portion of the Gala evening is now sold out! Join the waitlist to be notified if space becomes available. Tickets and sponsorships for the Party and VIP Party are available below.
Sponsorships and tickets for the fullest experience of the Gala & Party, from the moment the cocktail hour kicks off at 6 p.m. At 9 p.m., following an exquisite dinner set amongst the marvels of the museum’s collection, the energy of the Party takes over until the last dance at the stroke of midnight.
Tax-deductible contribution of $43,700
Enjoy bespoke branding opportunities, exclusive recognition as Presenting Sponsor across all forms of recognition listed, and invitations to tailored museum partner experiences, in addition to:
To become the Presenting Sponsor, please contact [email protected].
Tax-deductible contribution of $20,800
To become a Platinum Sponsor, please contact [email protected].
Tax-deductible contribution of $13,000
Tax-deductible contribution of $9,600
Tax-deductible contribution of $7,200
Tax-deductible contribution of $4,800
Tax-deductible contribution of $2,400
$600 Regular starting September 25
Tax-deductible contribution of $300
All dinner tickets include 6 p.m. entry and access to the cocktail hour, dinner, and the Party.
Sponsorships and tickets for a brand-new Gala & Party experience. With 8 p.m. entry, the VIP Party features exclusive entertainment and expanded pop-ups from Baltimore favorites before the Party begins at 9 p.m.
Tax-deductible contribution of $31,400
Enjoy bespoke branding and exclusive recognition opportunities at the VIP Party, in addition to:
To become a Rhodium Sponsor, please contact [email protected].
Tax-deductible contribution of $7,900
Tax-deductible contribution of $3,100
$350 Regular starting September 25
Tax-deductible contribution of $200
All VIP Party tickets include 8 p.m. entry and access to the Party.
Sponsorships and tickets for an energetic late-night party, featuring specially designed lounges, open galleries, dancing, late-night bites, and pop-ups from Baltimore favorites.
Tax-deductible contribution of $900
$200 Regular starting September 25
Tax-deductible contribution of $100
All Party tickets include 9 p.m. entry.
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield · The Classic Catering People · Johns Hopkins Medicine · Lewis Contractors · T. Rowe Price
Peter & Millicent Bain · Laura & John Banes · BGE · James H. DeGraffenreidt, Jr. & Dr. Mychelle Y. Farmer · Suzy & Eddie Dunn · Deborah & Philip English · Ogletree Deakins · PNC Private Bank · Betsey & David Todd / The Boshell Foundation · Venable LLP · Sheila & Jim Vidmar
Brown Advisory · Constellation · Ava Lias-Booker / McGuireWoods LLP · Marquette Associates · Judy & Scott Phares · Matt Polk & Amy Gould
Ellen & Ed Bernard · The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company
American Trading and Production Corporation · The Bozzuto Family Charitable Fund · Continental Realty Corporation · Andre M. Davis & Jessica Strauss · Elke & Bill Durden · Kramon & Graham, P.A. · University of Maryland Medical System
ABR Capital Partners · The Baltimore Banner · Baltimore Ravens · Bonsai Fine Arts, Inc. · Winnie & Neal Borden · Thomas Brown & Susan M. Weingast · Chesapeake Wealth Management Group at Morgan Stanley · Patrick & Martha Hastings · Lambis Rank · Mercy Medical Center · Neal Naff · Lynn & Phil Rauch · RCM&D · Savano Capital Partners · Schlachman, Belsky, Weiner, & Davey, P.A. · Steve Ziger & Jamie Snead
Emily & Joel Pallikal / Harbor View Consulting · Kerry & Donna Hill Staton
CSX · DF Dent & Company · Elizabeth Dugan & Daniel Rotrosen · Ellin & Tucker · Helene Grady & Matt Gallagher · Highpoint Electric Service Corporation · Kurlander Mediation · M&T Bank · Randolph Metcalfe & Kathleen Chagnon · Rich Pugh & Risa Reyes · Rosenberg Martin Greenberg · Parker & Ashby Thoeni · United Medical Care / Lynda Perry · Ziger|Snead Architects
Deborah Baum · Courtney Cass · Catherine & Blake Dickinson · Mike & Alexandra Elias · Christine Espenshade · Carey Fetting-Smith · Haley Gallagher · Joanna Wynes Settlements · Kathleen Lyon · M&M Welding and Fabricators, Inc. · Kristin Newhall MacMillan · Brittany Pfister · PSI Plumbing
Anthony Evans & Kevin Sowers · Tyler & Glyncora Tate
Nathan Atkins · Peter & Millicent Bain · Laura & John Banes · Allison Brill · Catherine & Blake Dickinson · Ethan & Christina Giffin · Ricardo Johnson · Robyn & Jason Murphy · Rebecca Myers · Joel & Emily Pallikal · Betsey & David Todd · Edward (Ned) F. Walton II & Sarah Walton · Sheila & Jim Vidmar
Learn more about sponsorship opportunities at this sell-out event. Explore sponsor levels and download sponsor materials, below. Questions? or contact Elaina Penney, Manager of Special Events and Sponsorships.
The Walters Gala & Party is a 21+ event. Tickets and sponsorships are non-refundable.
Table sizes are specific to sponsorship levels; additional tickets purchased may be seated elsewhere.
For funds or foundations, please contact your tax advisor or donor-advised fund (DAF) holder for more information before purchasing a sponsorship or tickets. Many funds or foundations do not allow for receipt of non-deductible benefits.
This page will be updated with any event or health and safety information. If modifications to the event format are made, benefits and fair market value may change. For accessibility information, please visit our Accessibility page.
