Austin’s Fall Gala Guide: Upcoming Fundraising Events
Discover the nonprofit events, galas and luncheons this fall that support local causes and the city’s vibrant social scene
Austin’s fall calendar is packed with galas, luncheons and celebrations that highlight the city’s generosity. These events bring the community together in support of local nonprofits and worthy causes. Mark your calendar to give back while experiencing some of Austin’s most anticipated social gatherings of the season.
September Austin Galas & Philanthropic Events
September 18: Bandana Ball for Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Texas
September 22: HAAM Day for Health Alliance for Austin Musicians
September 26: Kind Cookie Competition for The Kindness Campaign
September 26: HAAM & G’s Annual Benefit Dinner for Health Alliance for Austin Musicians (HAAM)
October Austin Galas & Philanthropic Events
October 1: A Good Night for Goodwill for Goodwill of Central Texas
October 2: Big Hearts, Bright Futures Brunch for Any Baby Can
October 7: Party for the Parks for Austin Parks Foundation
October 8: Glow in the Park for Waterloo Greenway Conservancy
October 8: Champions for Children Luncheon for Helping Hand Home for Children
October 16: Fête for Ballet Austin
October 18: Twilight On The Trail for The Trail Conservancy
October 22: Beauty of Life for Hospice Austin
October 24: Play Bingo Ladies Luncheon for Center for Child Protection
October 24: Rags to Wags Gala for Austin Humane Society
October 24: Home is Here concert for Casa Marianella
October 29-30: FORE Kids ATX Gala for Experience Camps, The UGLI Foundation, Dell Children’s Medical Center, Foster Village and Center for Child Protection
November & December Austin Galas & Philanthropic Events
November 1: Swan Songs Serenade for Swan Songs
November 18: Good Apple Dinner for Texas Appleseed
November 4 & 6-8: Garage & Estate Sale for The Settlement Home for Children
November 6: Luminarium for Pease Park Conservancy
November 7: Art Dinner for The Contemporary Austin
November 7: Austin Wine & Food Foundation Gala for Wine and Food Foundation
November 7: Stetsons & Starlight for The Georgetown Palace Theatre
November 13: First Edition Literary Gala for Texas Book Festival
November 13–22: A Christmas Affair for Junior League of Austin
November 14: Lone Stars and Angels Gala for St. Jude
November 21: 8th Annual Equality Texas Gala for Equality Texas
November 26: ThunderCloud Subs Turkey Trot for Caritas of Austin
December 2: Giving Tuesday for various local nonprofits through I Live Here I Give Here
December 5: Dancing with the Stars: Austin for Center for Child Protection
More Ways to Give
During the holidays season, especially, so many of our neighbors are in need of support. We will be sure to update our page of Where to Donate and Make a Difference in Austin This Holiday Season as we get closer to November and December giving campaigns and volunteer opportunities.