WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 27 2023
5:30 PM TO 9 PM
The 73rd SFCDMA ANNUAL GALA CELEBRATION is being held on Wednesday, September 27th, 2023 (5:30 pm to 9 pm) in the majestic Green Room at the San Francisco War Memorial & Performing Arts Center.
The Gala is our signature annual event and in 2023 we’ll be joined by City and State dignitaries, local business leaders, and entrepreneurs for an evening of networking, featured speakers, cuisines spanning the city and the globe, an auction, raffle, and awards ceremony!
We will celebrate San Francisco - “The Cultural Capital” - and will tell the City’s incredible story through music, art and cuisine, and shine the spotlight on our unique and creative small business community, spanning all 29 of the merchant corridors we represent
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COUNTDOWN TO THE GALA
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MUSIC, ART & CUISINE
San Francisco has a long and storied musical history, from the famed jazz district in the Fillmore, to the musical movement that spawned the Summer of Love. At this years’ Gala we will celebrate San Francisco’s musical heritage by highlighting local artists in our entertainment line-up, and including tickets to local music venues in our Auction and Raffle packages.
Artists flock to San Francisco to express their talents and display their work at our world class galleries. The City by the Bay has long been known as a beacon for creatives. Galleries across the City offer an array of works by local artists. At the 2023 Gala we will display artwork from San Francisco art galleries. Some of these pieces will be available for purchase.
Our City is renowned as a global culinary hub. We are home to cultural destinations such as The Mission, North Beach, Chinatown, and Japantown. There are many more cuisines to discover and enjoy in neighborhoods across the City. At the Gala we will be placing our local culinary community on a pedestal by offering global foods from select SF eateries.
OUR EMCEES
CREAM
San Francisco-based artist Brandon Rios creatively works out of his home studio in Russian Hill. While investing over twenty years in visual and creative work, Brandon began the art of drag and performing in early 2017.
With his expressive eye for detail and big dreams, Brandon learned how to do makeup, style hair, and sew to create the strange and unique looks for his drag persona CREAM.
If you can dream it, Cream can Queen it. Arguably one of the Bay Area's most versatile and creative performers, Cream’s looks are always provocative and impeccably styled. With her natural humor and undeniable charm, you’ll be left Screaming… “YAAASS CREAM.”
DONNA SACHET
Nearly 30 years ago, Donna Sachet started her adventure in San Francisco and the City has applauded her fun-loving spirit, quick wit, and musical talent ever since. She became Miss Gay SF in 1993 and the 30th elected Empress of SF in 1995. Donna can be seen throughout the Community, performing, judging contests, emceeing fund-raisers, producing events, cutting ribbons, and hosting parties.
Donna currently writes a bi-weekly column, Donna’s Chronicles, for the SF Bay Times, is president of the Rainbow Honor Walk, and serves on the Advisory Board of PRC.
GALA MUSICIANS
WOBBLY WORLD
Wobbly World is a group of musicians and singers from diverse countries. Our collaboration is a unique blend of Arabic,Cuban,Flamenco and American music. Our goal is to fuse and confuse musical stereotypes and create something fresh. Georges Lammam’s Middle-eastern quarter-tone infused violin couples with Freddy Clarke’s flamenco/classical. Inspired guitar and Erick Peralta’s jazzy poly-tonal piano modes form a new and exciting blend. Cuban bassist Ernesto Mazar and New York’s drummer extraordinaire Colin Douglas fill out the inspiring rhythm section.
EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNTS
FOR GALA REGISTRANTS ONLY
We are excited to announce that Gala registrants are eligible to benefit from discounts** from a variety of San Francisco small businesses. We have specially chosen fine clothing establishments so you can build your Gala ensemble and turn out in style at the Green Room on September 27!
We’ll be announcing additional businesses in the coming weeks. Watching this space for details.
DARK GARDEN CORSETRY
Dark Garden is a purveyor of bespoke handmade corsetry, couture & bridal clothing, lingerie & loungewear, unique handmade millinery & head adornments, purses & jewelry, gifts & accessories.
* Restrictions may apply. Contact Dark Garden for details. Proof of Eventbrite registration required at point of purchase.
THE GOLDEN HOUR
The Golden Hour began as a carefully curated vintage boutique and has expanded their collection to include Jewelry, Accessories, and Home Goods from local and international artists. They strive to showcase artisans (who just happen to be women and/or POC), with a focus on sustainability, and fair-trade/ethical practices.
* Restrictions may apply. Contact The Golden Hour for details. Proof of Eventbrite registration required at point of purchase.
FREEBORN DESIGNS
Freeborn Designs is a line of very unique suits, blazers and vests that hope to change the way people view modern mens fashion. Their jackets and vests are all handmade in Faridabad, India by a family of 5th generation tailors. Their Brocade fabric is woven on antique looms in the fascinating town of Varanasi, India by a process that is over 300 years old.
* Restrictions may apply. Contact Freeborn Designs for details. Proof of Eventbrite registration required at point of purchase.
AL'S ATTIRE
Al’s Attire strives to preserve bespoke quality in modern times by creating custom detailed clothes and accessories that are one of a kind. Located at the intersection of Grant and Vallejo streets in San Francisco’s North Beach, Al’s Attire is ready to guide you through the tailored experience.
* Restrictions may apply. Contact Al's Attire for details. Proof of Eventbrite registration required at point of purchase.
OUR HOST VENUE
THE GREEN ROOM
The San Francisco War Memorial and Performing Arts Center (SFWMPAC) is located in San Francisco, California. It is one of the largest performing arts centers in the United States. It covers 7.5 acres (3 hectares) in the Civic Center Historic District, and totals 7,500 seats among its venues.
The complex was developed in the 1920s on two blocks on Van Ness Avenue facing San Francisco City Hall from the west. The "War Memorial" name commemorates all the people who served in the First World War, which ended seven years before the project commenced. It was designed by Arthur Brown Jr in 1927-1928, and is one of the last Beaux-Arts style structures erected in the United States. The project resulted in the construction of a matched pair of buildings across a formal courtyard park: the War Memorial Opera House; and the multi-purpose Veterans Building next door. Both were completed and opened in 1932.
Source: Wikipedia
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
PLATINUM LEVEL SPONSOR: $25K
(1 available)
12 Tickets
Premium Bottle of Champagne & Caviar Service
Special recognition during the Gala
Prominent logo placement/name recognition on all Gala-related press
materials via digital, print, and social media platforms
Prominent logo placement/name recognition on all Gala-related marketing
materials, including invitations, our website, and social media
(1 dedicated social media post)
Prominent logo placement on event signage
GOLD LEVEL SPONSOR: $15K
(3 available)
10 Tickets
Premium Bottle of Champagne & Caviar Service
Logo placement/name recognition on all Gala-related press
materials via digital, print, and social media platforms
Logo placement/name recognition on all Gala-related marketing materials,
including invitations, our website, and social media
Logo placement on event signage
SILVER LEVEL SPONSOR: $10K
6 Tickets
Tableside bottle service
Logo placement/name recognition on all Gala-related press materials
via digital, print, and social media platforms
Logo placement/name recognition on all Gala-related marketing materials,
including invitations, our website, and social media
Logo placement on event signage
BRONZE LEVEL SPONSOR: $5K
2 Tickets
Logo placement/name recognition on all Gala-related press materials
via digital, print, and social media platforms
Logo placement/name recognition on all Gala-related marketing materials,
including invitations, our website, and social media
Logo placement on event signage
SPONSOR THE 2023 SFCDMA GALA
