2026 Roll for a Reason Gala

The Roll for a Reason Gala is our biggest, best, and most popular event throughout the year to help raise funds in support of our breakthrough dementia research. This year we are holding this beloved Monte Carlo Casino themed evening at a new location - Discovery PGH! Guests will once again have the opportunity to enjoy casino games (blackjack, craps, roulette & slots); live & silent auctions and raffles; magic & mystery; delicious food & libations; live music and more! Join us at Discovery PGH on Saturday, November 7, 2026 for an evening you won't forget. Learn more about Pittsburgh's best casino themed event in the details below. We look forward to Rolling for a Reason with you!

There's something for everyone with exclusive in-person, live & silent auctions and basket raffles featuring unique & desireable items.

-Champagne Dress Raffle ($25 entry)

-Mystery Wine Pull ($25 entry)

Two "Dawn-to-Dusk" raffle baskets are available online this year! These will close at noon on Sunday, 11/8/26 - $25 per entry and only 100 tickets sold per basket!

Dawn-to-Dusk in the ’Burgh - The Ultimate PGH Experience: Enjoy the best of Pittsburgh from dawn to dusk with a basket full of local favorites! This basket includes: two Steelers vs. Broncos tickets, a Steelers collectors bottle of red wine, a $100 Hyde Park gift card, a $40 Pamela’s Diner gift card, a $40 Coop De Ville gift card, and a Pittsburgh Steelers panoramic puzzle.

Dawn-to-Dusk Across America - The Ultimate Day in Any State: Enjoy a little something from dawn to dusk, no matter where you call home! This basket includes: a $200 Morton’s Steakhouse gift card, a $100 Uber gift card, a $50 Dave & Buster’s gift card, a $25 AMC Theatres gift card, two free-meal cards to Chipotle, $20 Starbucks gift card, a bottle of Bogle Juggernaut Pinot Noir wine, two wine glasses & a candle, biscotti, movie candy, and the "kNOW!" trivia game.

Only 100 tickets available. $25 donation per ticket. You do not need to attend to win. Raffle ticket does not include Gala entrance. Winner drawn at noon on Sunday, 11/8/26.

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5:30 PM - Doors Open

Open bar & heavy hors d'oeuvres / Live music / Silent & Basket Raffle Auction items open for bid / Available for purchase: Mystery Wine Pull, Champagne Dress Raffle, Bourbon Raffle, Magic Experience, and High-Roller Texas Hold'em

7:15 PM - Clear Thoughts Foundation Welcome / Theme Song Performance

7:30 PM - Gaming Starts – Roll for a Reason!

8:00 PM - 'Magic Experience' Show Starts, Texas Hold'em High Roller Games Begin

9:00 PM - CTF Scientific Update & Mission Video / Live Auction

9:45 PM - Basket Raffle Auction Closes

10:00 PM - Casino Gaming Closes

10:15 PM - Silent Auction Closes & Basket Raffle Auction Winners Posted

10:30 PM - Winners Posted/Announced for the Following: Silent Auction, Gaming Prizes, Champagne Dress Raffle, Bourbon Raffle

10:45 PM - Last Call for Bar

11:00 PM - Event Closes

12:00PM (Noon) on Sunday 11/8 - Online "Dawn-to-Dusk" Raffle Basket Sales Close

2026 Roll for a Reason Gala

Never been to CTF's Roll for a Reason Gala? Here's what it is all about...

Roll for a Reason Gala Details

This year we are offering 2 "Dawn-to-Dusk" Raffle Baskets For Your Chance To WIN!

So... what's in the baskets?!

Thank you to our 2026 sponsors for their amazing support!

2025 Gala Recap Video

Schedule of Evening Events