Annual Gala: A Mid Night Summer’s Dream
Each year, since 1990, the Athenaeum gala has featured a special theme with imaginative decor. This year’s theme is A Mid Night Summer's Dream, celebrating fantasy and whimsy in Shakespearean England! Enjoy live music, sassy dancing, and an extra-special parade of partygoers on Wall Street and Girard Avenue led by the mischievous Puck. Cocktails and live entertainment on our patio and in the library begin as dusk falls, followed by a delectable dinner catered by the La Jolla Hyatt Regency. After dinner there is dancing and a silent auction, featuring unique and exciting prizes. Wear your finest cocktail garb or extravagant costume. This will be the most talked-about event of the season! See more details about the Gala on our site. Proceeds from the gala directly support the Athenaeum’s mission.