The information below is from the 2008 Charity Gala.

 

Glitz, Glamour & Giving 

Follow the searchlights to what has become an annual "must attend"

event in Grand Rapids - the Auto Show's Charity Gala!

 Hosted by Platinum Sponsor the Grand Rapids Press

Wednesday, January 30 - 6:30pm

 Click HERE for Gala Ticket Order Form

Preview gorgeous 2008 vehicles and awe-inspiring concept cars in a black-tie gala atmosphere, while enjoying fabulous food, cocktails and entertainment.  Be a part of live WOOD TV and WOTV television and media coverage of the 2008 Auto Show Charity Gala, and enjoy the company of more than 1,000 guests who share a love of cars and a heart for the children of West Michigan.

New for the 2008 Charity Gala will be "Michigan Wineries Wine Tasting".  Eight of Michigan's finest wineries have been selected and invited to pour samples of their vintages.  Complimentary souvenir Auto Show Wine Glasses will be distributed to all attendees. 

There will be a special appearance by "The Vogues", a band from the 60's era of music with many hits of the time including "5    O'Clock World", most recently recognized as the Drew Carey theme song.  Other music for the evening will be performed by the Fred Knapp Quartet.  All entertainment for the evening is sponsored by Clear Channel Radio.

$50 raffle tickets will be sold (limit 1,000 sold) for a chance to win a Jeep Wrangler Unlimited! 

A drawing will take place on Sunday, February 3rd to determine the winner.

Your Gala ticket purchase will help support the life-saving work of the Helen DeVos Children's Hospital.  Tickets - $125.

For sponsorship opportunities contact Kristin Linscott at  616-391-3452 or 888-260-8465.