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Date of Event: September 22nd, 2018 Theme: Masquerade
This Premier Gala Event is designed to showcase entertainment, LA lifestyles, fine dining, architectural design, outstanding auctions, and more. Created nearly two decades ago by AIDS Service Center (ASC) in Pasadena, the event grew into one of the most successful charity events in the area. With the closing of ASC, the Thrive Tribe Foundation (TTF) chose to continue the legacy and engaged Joanna Garcia to Produce the event along side Scott Posers & Jaye Fleurant as Co-producers. Big Night Out will continue to explore the beauty and uniqueness of Southern California now benefiting TTF.
Big Night Out has become one of the region’s most anticipated events and fundraisers. Over four hundred guests gather at a grand location for the event’s gala. This year is going to be hosted by Gretchen & Graham Lewis at the Liongate Manor. Previous locations have been: The Greystone Manor, the home of one of the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, and the Home of the founder of GLAAD. The Premier Gala features outstanding auctions, entertainment, photo-ops, and samplings from the finest local restaurants & caterers.
Special & Celebrity guests in the past included: Rita Moreno, Adrienne Maloof, Anne Walker, Trina Turk, John Billingsley, Bonita Friedericy, Eric Leonardos, Dave Mess, Kitten Kay Sera, and José Eber.