The 5th annual benefit for Laurie’s Love
Night at the Museum
An evening of heart, hope & high stakes
Join us for an unforgettable evening of crafted cocktails, heavy hors d’oeuvres, a live DJ, and casino-style games, all in support of our mission to ensure no warrior faces cancer alone.
- The date
- The hour
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- The attire
- Black tieOptional
- The location
- The James MuseumDowntown St. Petersburg
The evening
What awaits you that night.
Every element of the evening is curated to celebrate our community and support our warriors.
Heavy hors d’oeuvres
Wine, crafted cocktails, and a generous selection of chef-prepared bites served throughout the evening.
Live DJ
A live DJ spinning guest favorites all night long, keeping the energy high while guests mingle and play.
Live auction
An exciting live auction featuring one-of-a-kind items and experiences. Every bid directly supports our mission.
Fill the Heart
Our signature live giving moment where generosity comes to life, showing the real-time impact of community support.
The program
A night, hour by hour.
From the moment the doors open to the final bid, every part of the evening is designed to celebrate our warriors and fuel the mission forward.
Doors open
Cocktails & welcome
Champagne, crafted cocktails, and passed hors d’oeuvres as guests arrive and mingle.
Games open
Casino tables
Blackjack, roulette, poker, craps, all professionally dealt. Your playing chips support the cause.
Main event
Live auction & Fill the Heart
One-of-a-kind experiences go up for bid, followed by our live giving moment, the heart of the evening.
Celebration
Dancing & DJ set
The dance floor opens. Casino play continues. The night builds toward the grand prize reveal.
Last call
Grand prize & farewell
Top chip earners announced, grand prizes awarded, and a heartfelt send-off from the Laurie’s Love family.
Reserve your seat
Tickets & tables.
Every ticket directly funds the Laurie’s Love community, connecting warriors, caregivers, and families nationwide.
Individual
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- General admission & cocktail reception
- Heavy hors d’oeuvres & open bar
- $200 in casino playing chips
- Access to silent & live auction
- DJ, dancing & Fill the Heart moment
Couple
Most popular[[PLACEHOLDER: 2027 gala ticket pricing]]For two guests
- Everything in Individual, for two
- Reserved seating together
- $500 in casino playing chips
- Commemorative Laurie’s Love gift
- Priority auction registration
- Recognition in event program
Table of 10
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- Premium reserved table of 10
- $3,000 in casino playing chips
- Bottle service at your table
- Company/family name in program
- Recognition from the main stage
- Private pre-event welcome
Your impact
Where every dollar goes.
Your generosity doesn’t just fund a night. It funds a community. Every dollar raised expands the Laurie’s Love app, supports our outreach, and connects a warrior to the person who truly understands their journey.
- $250K+
- Raised across past galas
- 1,000+
- Warriors & families connected
- 50
- States supported
- 100%
- Free access for every user
“Before Laurie’s Love, my fight felt isolating. Connecting with other women going through the same journey has been life-changing. For that, I’ll be forever grateful.”
With gratitude
Thank you to our sponsors.
These generous partners make Night at the Museum possible.
- Platinum sponsor
- Meat Artisan
- VIC
- Gold sponsor
- The Hyer Family
Become a sponsor.
Put your brand behind a cause that truly matters. Sponsorship includes recognition across event collateral, digital channels, and from the main stage.
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Download Sponsor PacketGood to know
Frequently asked.
Black tie optional. Think elegant: cocktail attire, suits, and gowns. Many guests embrace a bit of Old Hollywood glamour, but wear what makes you feel your best. Comfortable shoes are encouraged for dancing.
Not at all. Our professional dealers will happily walk you through every game: blackjack, roulette, poker, craps. The chips are just for fun and to keep the energy high; there’s no real gambling involved.
Yes, complimentary valet parking is available for all guests. The venue address and detailed arrival instructions will be sent with your ticket confirmation.
Laurie’s Love is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. A portion of your ticket purchase above the fair market value of food, beverage, and entertainment is tax-deductible. You’ll receive a tax receipt after the event.
Absolutely, and thank you. You can give anytime at laurieslove.org/donate, or you can participate in the live auction and Fill the Heart moment remotely. We’ll make sure your generosity is celebrated.
Life happens. If you can’t attend, your ticket purchase remains a tax-deductible contribution to Laurie’s Love, and we’ll still recognize you in the event program.
Play with purpose. Bid with heart.
Every seat at this table helps another warrior find their people. We’d be honored to have you with us.