The gala features two live bands for your entertainment. The Kings, live in the Roanoke Ballroom, will be playing selections from the top 40's, beach music, & oldies. The Kings have been a part of the gala since its inception. The Roanoke Ballroom is the largest of the two rooms and seats approximately 600 people. The lighting is "concert style" with dimmed lights and colored spotlights highlighting the stage. The music is loud, inviting everyone to the dance floor.
The Uptown Trio, live in the Crystal Ballroom, will be playing a variety of jazz, swing, and oldies. This more intimate setting seats approximately 100 people. The lighting is warm and inviting highlighting a spacious dance floor. The dance floor allows more movement for ballroom style dancing.
Both ballrooms feature a count-down to the new year with a balloon drop at the midnight hour over the dance floor. Champagne is provided to each couple for a midnight champagne toast.
Tickets are available at the price of $250 per couple ($125 single).
Price includes:
Strolling buffet dinner for two
Seating in either ballroom
Live music & dancing
Champagne toast & balloon drop at midnight
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