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Gilda's Night Out

Gala/Party for Gilda's Club Chicago
Nov 02, 2024 from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Deadline: November 1, 2024

Who's Going
Fundraising Goal $75,000
Expected Attendance 250
Reach 1,000
Ticket Price $100
Metro Area Chicago, IL
Exempt Status 501(c)(3) (IRS Form 990 Filed)
Nonprofit Category E - Health Care
Attendee Gender Ratio 50% Male, 50% Female
Potential Item Uses Silent Auction
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Attendee Ages 18-24 Years 25-34 Years 35-44 Years 45-54 Years 55-64 Years 65+ Years
Attendees' Children's Ages Unsure
Special Populations Health Conscious
Description

Join us for an Evening of Laughter and Community!


The Gilda’s Club Chicago Associate Board invites you to our annual Gilda's Night Out, a celebration of the healing power of humor. This event brings together community members, supporters, and anyone impacted by cancer for a night filled with joy, connection, and purpose.

-Event Details-

  • Date: Saturday, November 2, 2024
  • Time: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Location: iO Theater (1501 North Kingsbury Street, Chicago)
  • Dress Code: Dress to express!

-What to Expect-

  • Main Event
    • Comedy performance by Maggie Winters
    • Silent Auction: Bid on exclusive items, with all proceeds supporting Gilda's Club Chicago
    • Cocktail Reception: Savor delicious food and drinks while mingling with other guests
  • Not Suitable for Primetime After Party
    • Cash bar
    • Dance party with a local DJ
    • Drag personalities

-Performers-
Maggie Winters is a Chicago-fried comedian turned internet personality best known under the moniker @saggiesplinters. With training through both Second City and iO Chicago, Maggie quickly transitioned her talents from the stage to online where she immediately amassed thousands of followers through her unique online characters. In the live space, Maggie is credited with opening for the likes of Colin Jost, Hannah Einbinder, Matt Rogers, and was named a Content Creator to Watch at the 2022 New York Comedy Festival.

In 2023, Maggie debuted her solo show MARGUERITE to sold-out crowds in Chicago and Los Angeles. In the TV space, Maggie can most recently be seen recurring on Season 4 of THE RIGHTEOUS GEMSTONES (HBO) opposite Adam Devine and Tony Cavalero.

iO Theatre
1501 N Kingsbury St.
Chicago, IL 60642