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WE INVITE YOU TO JOIN US ON SATURDAY, MAY 16th, AT 6PM FOR

Glen Echo Park in Bloom Gala in the Park

Reception & Silent Auction | Dinner & Awards | Live Music | Swing Dance | Carousel Rides

Cocktail Attire

This year we will honor The Greater Bethesda Chamber of Commerce for its 100-year history of empowering local businesses, as well as instructor and artist Carol Barton, renowned for her pop-up books and paintings.

We’re thrilled to highlight the Chamber, and to recognize current members we have created special sponsorship packages, in addition to offering discounts on program ads. If you are a current Greater Bethesda Chamber of Commerce member, please click here for more information.

We will also celebrate the 100th anniversary of our iconic Wurlitzer band organ—a century of history through music!

Two Centennial Celebrations. One Unforgettable Night.

Gala tickets & sponsorships are now closed. Gala Swing Dance Afterparty tickets are still available. Please reach out to development@glenechopark.org for further inquires.

Gala Silent Auction

Bid in the Silent Auction

The auction is now LIVE, so you can start bidding today! It's open to everyone—not just Gala attendees. Proceeds from the auction benefit all programs at the Park.

You may browse the auction without registering, but to place a bid you must register and enter credit card information. Auction items will be on display during the Gala, so attendees can browse artwork, experiences, and more! But remember, you don't need to attend the Gala to win something amazing!

Gala Swing Dance Afterparty in the Bumper Car Pavilion 9PM

Purchase Tickets

Included with Gala ticket

Featuring Live Music by The Rock-A-Sonics
Dessert and Champagne
Gala Swing Dance Afterparty Single Tickets: $60 | Tickets for Two: $100

Beginner Swing Dance Lesson with Tom & Debra of Gottaswing from 8:30PM - 9PM (included with the price of admission)

GALA IN THE PARK HOST COMMITTEE
Gala Co-Chairs | Sam and Linda Weaver

Mary Coller Albert | Donald and Deborah Beers | Jason and Michelle Belinkie | Michael Belisle | Meryl Bloomrosen | Martine Burkel | Trish Glowacki | Jeff Gordon | Fiona and Burr Gray | Heather Hanson-Rivas and William Rivas | Lois Ireland and Pierre Huggins | Mona and Ayan Kishore | Catherine and Ike Leggett | Theresa Nielson | Edward and Susan O'Connell | Arlena Tessa Pordoy | Bob and Rita Reaves | Margo Reid and Greg Simon | Robin and Sarah Salomon | Deborah Schumann | Joe and Martha Shannon | Hon. Jeffrey Slavin | Lafe Solomon and Cam Crockett | Carol Trawick | Mike Zangwill and Beth Rogers

Thank You to Our Generous Sponsors!

SILVER BUMPER CAR SPONSOR

Chevy Chase Acura

CRYSTAL POOL SPONSORS

COMMUNITY SPONSORS

NEON CUDDLE UP SPONSORS

Trish Glowacki | JM&A Group

CANDY CORNER SPONSORS

*in-kind sponsors

bold = The Greater Bethesda Chamber of Commerce member

Please contact Susan Gerstenzang, Donor Relations Manager, at sgerstenzang@glenechopark.org or 301-634-2237 with any questions, or to purchase program ads or make a silent auction donation.

Each ticket is tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. All proceeds benefit the Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture.

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