2025 Mardi Gras Gala

Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating Zing Zumm Children's Museum of Jacksonville's Annual Gala, a night dedicated to making a difference! Presented by partnering sponsors, Don Williamson Nissan and Guild Mortgage Team Goss. This elegant event will bring together like-minded individuals, philanthropists, and supporters to celebrate our mission and raise essential funds to engage all children through hands-on learning experiences that promote play, inspire imagination, foster creativity, and spark exploration in a fun, family friendly environment.

Enjoy Mardi Gras themed dinner & desserts, drinks, music, & dancing! Our exciting silent auctions and raffles will feature unique items and experiences, all with the goal of furthering our work to keep play accessible.

Your presence will help us continue to provide safe, educational, and fun play spaces for all children and their families in Onslow and the surrounding counties, and we are so grateful for your support. Together, we can keep childhood playful!

Key Details:

-**Dress Code**: Cocktail attire with Mardi Gras flair!

- **Dinner**: Indulge in a delicious Mardi Gras themed dinner provided by:

Cheek & Belly Catering Company

• Shrimp and Grits
• Chicken Jambalaya 
• Corn Maque Choux
• Red Beans 
• Rice

Mardi Gras Themed Cupcakes by: Cakes by Kathy

-**Drinks**-:Try Walton's Distillery unique and local cocktails or a variety of beer & wine.

- **Entertainment **: Enjoy music and dancing provided by:

- **Auction & Fundraising**: Bid on exclusive items and experiences in the silent auction and join in on the various raffles throughout the night.
  
Come celebrate, connect, and contribute to a play-filled future!

**This event is 21+ only - no one under the age of 21 will be admitted for any reason

**Tickets are nonrefundable. thank you for your donation to Children's Museum of Jacksonville.

Thank you again to Don Williamson Nissan and Guild Mortgage Team Goss for their support of this event!