TCB Gala & Auction 26

TICKET SALES HAVE CLOSED.
For questions, please contact Deanna Purpura-Till at [email protected]

An Evening in the Secret Garden

September 18, 2026

7:00-10:00 PM

Palma Ceia Golf & Country Club

1601 S. MacDill Avenue

Tampa, Florida

Cocktails. Dinner. Silent Auction. Special Giving Opportunity. Performances.
Attire: Black tie. Met Gala-inspired garden fashion encouraged.

On September 18, Tampa City Ballet transforms Palma Ceia Golf & Country Club into a Secret Garden.

Step inside an immersive experience where dance, visual art, music, and technology come together to bring the Secret Garden to life.

Wander through a world of moving projections, contemporary art installations, live music, and unexpected performances as the evening unfolds around you.

Enjoy an elegant seated dinner and drinks, join our silent auction, be a part of a live paddle raise, and mingle with the artists, philanthropists, cultural leaders, and visionaries helping shape the future of the arts in Tampa Bay.

Questions? Please contact our Director of Development, Deanna Purpura-Till, at [email protected]

Important Information for the Evening:

Attire
Black tie. Met Gala-inspired garden fashion encouraged.

Valet Parking
Complimentary valet parking is included for all guests.

Cocktail Hour | 7:00-8:00 PM
The evening begins with cocktails from 7:00-8:00 PM. We encourage guests to arrive during this time to check in, enjoy the Secret Garden experience, and mingle before dinner and the evening's program begin.

Program & Dinner | 8:00 PM
Dinner and the evening's program begin promptly at 8:00 PM.

Silent Auction | Closes at 9:30 PM
The silent auction closes at 9:30 PM. A credit card must be on file to bid. Guests who do not already have a card on file may add one at check-in.

Seating
Seating is open unless you have purchased a table or have been invited to sit at a reserved table. Reserved tables will be clearly marked with the name of the table sponsor or table captain. If you are unsure whether you have an assigned table, our check-in team will be happy to assist you.

Dietary Requests
If you previously requested a vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free meal, please see our check-in team upon arrival to receive your meal card. We are unable to accommodate additional dietary requests at this time.

Auctions & Give From the Heart
A credit card must be on file to participate in the live auction or Give From the Heart. If you do not already have a card on file, our check-in team can assist you upon arrival.