Blast! Gala & Auction: Details, Ticket Deadline, & Fund A Student or Teacher

Friday, March 3, is the deadline to purchase tickets! Our annual Gala and Auction will be the event of the year, and we can't wait to support our Financial Aid Program and celebrate the Aidan community together. Grab your tickets today and join us for an unforgettable evening!

Additionally, if you would like to make a contribution to Fund-A-Student or to our Teacher Ticket Fund, please click the link below. A contribution to Fund-A-Student and the Teachers Ticket Fund offers additional options for supporting our Auction's efforts to raise money for Aidan's Financial Aid Program. This both offsets the cost of a complimentary ticket for faculty and staff to attend the Auction and serves as a direct appeal for the Financial Aid Program. 

We can't wait to celebrate with you on March 11!

Blast! Gala & Auction Website

As the Auction is right around the corner, our community is buzzing with excitement! Dress code, arrival details, and more are on our minds as we approach this event—so here are a few things to keep in mind as you prepare to attend.

Where

Blast! will take place in the Foyer and Salon 1 & 2 at The Ritz-Carlton in DC's West End neighborhood (1150 22nd St NW, Washington, DC 20037). 

What to Wear

Dress for this event is formal. Think bright, artsy, and bold! Wear colors or patterns inspired by Pop Artists such as Roy Lichtenstein, Andy Warhol, Keith Haring, and more—imagine you're attending the opening of an art exhibit in the city. 

Arrival & Parking

Arrival begins at 6:30 PM. Attendees may park for a event-sanctioned reduced valet rate of $22 for the evening. If you park in standard parking, parking price is full and cannot be reduced. Alternatively, we encourage use of a taxi or rideshare program such as Uber or Lyft. 

If you have questions about the Auction, contact Director of Advancement Garret Tyson.