THE 2026 PRE-NEW YEAR'S GALA WEEKEND
· December 26: Welcome Dance Reception (Complimentary), 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
· December 27: Gala Evening at Waterfall’s, Claymont, DE, 7:00 pm - Midnight
· December 28: Jazz Breakfast (Complimentary with Christiana Hilton hotel stay), 7:00 am - 10:00 am
Reserved tables for 8-10 guests are available while supplies last.
For tickets or inquiries, please contact: 302-743-3417
GALA ATTIRE: Black-Tie (Tuxedos and gowns preferred); semi-formal attire required.
Join us for an exceptional evening featuring elegance, excellence, and excitement. Enjoy dancing and socializing with esteemed guests from throughout the Northeast corridor and beyond.
Entertainment Highlights:
· Live 10-piece R&B/Funk Band (Philly’s Expressions of Soul)
· Classic dance soul selections by AJ-The-DJ Rivers
· Old School R&B/Hip Hop from the ‘80s/’90s presented by WDAS Doc B
· DJs Selena and Dave of All-In-The-Dance
· Karaoke hosted by DJ KayGee
· Line Dancing, Bop, Cha Cha, Hand Dancing, Two Stepping, Strand, Freestyle, and more
· Professional photography by five photographers
· Designated gentlemen dancers for single ladies
· On-site dance instructors (from 6:00 pm)
- Extensive Reception Buffet featuring hors d’oeuvres, Toscano Table, Pizza Station
- Dinner Buffet including baked salmon, short ribs, chicken (baked & fried), a variety of holiday sides, assorted desserts, and more
- Complimentary round-trip transportation for Hilton hotel guests
This is truly a distinguished event tailored for mature guests.
HOTEL BOOKING INFORMATION:
Group rates of $131.00 + tax is available until November 26, 2025. Reservations must be made by this date.
Book online:
https://www.hilton.com/en/attend-my-event/wilmington-gentlemen-of-distinction/
Guests may adjust arrival and departure dates as needed. Alternatively, call 302-454-1500 and reference group code WGD26.
Plan now to attend the region’s premier Pre-New Year Holiday Gala—where elegance and sophistication await you and your guests.
*Note: This event will sell out. *
PURCHASE EVENT TICKETS
CONTACT HOTLINE: Samuel Bailey – 302-743-3417
All tickets are sold in advance only.
Cash App and Zelle payments available upon request (Call Hotline for details: 302-743-3417).
EVENTBRITE LINK
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pre-new-years-holiday-gala-2026-edition-tickets-1588168307159?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
No tickets are held at the door. All sales are final, no refunds.
Regional Contacts:
Pennsylvania:
Philadelphia: Michele Faggins – 267-250-2533
Philadelphia: Lenny Nutter – 267-597-8441
Philadelphia: Tony McFadden – 215-300-3281
Philadelphia: Jeff Thompson – 215-651-6509
Abrazo Travel – 215-767-1400
Delaware/Philadelphia County: June Audery – 610-368-7043
Chester: Marla McNear – 610-529-8345
Chester: Shirlene Laws – 610-299-5478
Norristown: Bernadette Burnett – 610-574-5456
Chester County: Regina Brantley – 610-620-3305
New Jersey:
Trenton/Ewing: Flipp Livingston – 609-538-1111
Camden: Altha Anderson – 609-707-1568
Ewing/Burlington: Barbara Hawk – 609-462-7299
Woodbury/Deptford: Marcia Wilson – 609-670-6333
New York:
Bronx/NYC & Dover, DE: Tina Smith – 917-881-5451
Maryland:
Baltimore: Shirley Duncan – 410-370-8489
Baltimore: Eugene Person – 443-562-3312
Delaware:
Middletown/Dover: Sheila Sharp – 302-275-1062
Sussex County: Paula Mathews – 828-505-9256
Sussex County: Ashley L Cook – 302-725-8788
Camden/Magnolia: Kendrick Ellison – 302-724-2017
Harrington: Connie Hall – 302-670-2014
Dover: Denise Hicks Barnes – 302-399-4074
Dover: Maxine Lewis – 302-270-6472
Wilmington: George Evans – 302-658-1922
Dover: Connie Hall – 302-670-2014
Dover: Nu Attitude Salon – 302-423-0919
Wilmington: Morgan's of Delaware – 302-658-0968
Wilmington: Hellen Cherry – 302-390-2254
Information Hotline: 302-743-3417
Visit our website:
https://www.wilmingtonsgents.com/
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