Hope Center For Children Winter Gala

Be Our Guest for a magical fairy tale evening at our 2026 Winter Gala:

An Evening in the Enchanted Forest 

Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 6:00 to 11:00 p.m. 

Guests will enjoy a French-inspired cocktail hour followed by a plated dinner and open bar featuring specialty cocktails. The evening continues with a dessert hour featuring a crepe station, chocolate mousse, and French macarons.

Guests will be greeted by immersive fairy tale characters followed by live aerialist and stilt performances throughout the night. Our host is Jamarcus Gaston, and a special guest will share his story. Following dinner, entertainment continues with music by DJ Sirvivor. All proceed benefit the incredible programs at Hope Center for Children. We can’t wait to see you there!

Guests must be 21 or older to attend.
Attire: Black tie optional or fairy tale formal

Sponsorships are available until January 22 – contact Phyliss Skuba, Director of Development, at (864) 583-7688 ext. 102.

 

 

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• The Alcove Experience Upgrade

  The Alcove Upgrade Experience offers early access to the venue in our private lounge where you can enjoy television, benefit from private bar service, and indulge in a complimentary cocktail alongside light hors d'oeuvres, all within a relaxed pre-show atmosphere. Conveniently located on our lower level, The Alcove offers its own separate entrance where our events staff will greet you at the door and scan your tickets without the hassle of the long lines. Prior to the start of the show, simply make your way to the Theater (accessible by elevator), or The Hall without having to scan your tickets again.

  The Alcove Upgrade tickets are available as an add-on for just $30 for those who have already purchased tickets for this event. Once you have completed your event ticket purchase, click the link below and select "The Alcove Lounge" option for your event and enjoy The Alcove Upgrade Experience for just $30!

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• Ticket Information

  The ONLY AUTHORIZED SOURCE for tickets to the Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium is TICKETMASTER.

  • Ticketmaster is the only official ticketing provider.

  • We will not be able to help with any problems related to third-party ticketing
  • NO scalping or resale of tickets on the auditorium property (do not buy tickets from somebody you do not know)
  • You can purchase your tickets at our box office on Monday-Friday from 9 am - 3 pm. We do not charge a service charge when you purchase from our ticket office.
  • You can also purchase tickets through Ticketmaster online at www.ticketmaster.com, or from the official Ticketmaster app.
  • Please reconfirm tickets with any third-party vendor before you come to show

  Please call the box office at (864) 582-8107 if you have any questions! Thank you and we look forward to seeing you at the Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium!

   

• Our Policies

  KNOW BEFORE THE SHOW