# Event Details - **Event Name**: Celebrate Play Gala 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 06 Mar, 2026 at 05:30 pm – Fri, 06 Mar, 2026 at 09:00 pm - **Event Description**: Please join us for an evening that sparkles with good company, great food, and plenty of bubbles as we Celebrate Play! The night begins with a champagne cocktail in our signature shade of purple, passed hors d’oeuvres, games that make you feel like a kid again, and opportunities to take home fantastic prizes. Then, enjoy a multi-course dinner as we share stories of impact from The Iowa Children’s Museum. Raise a glass of champagne with your table as we reach our fundraising goals, then join the excitement of the live and silent auctions. When the final bids are in, collect your winnings, savor one last sip, and celebrate what we’ve achieved together. This event blends classy and casual with a black-and-white theme—dress it up in black tie or keep it simple in your favorite white tee and denim. Your support helps fund exhibits, operations, and programs at The Iowa Children’s Museum, including ICM for Everyone, which provides free and reduced admission for families with financial need. Together, we can ensure that every child has the opportunity to imagine, create, and discover through the Power of Play. View the 2025 Event Wrap-Up and Photos Here! Tickets Individual Ticket ($125.00) Individual tickets provide admission to the event, including a multi-course dinner, drinks, and entertainment. Table Sponsors ($1,500.00) Sponsored Tables provide admission for 10 to the event, including a multi-course dinner, drinks, and entertainment. Table Sponsors also receive recognition in the event program distributed to all guests, inclusion of the sponsor’s name and/or logo in the Live Auction slide show, and signage with the sponsor’s name welcoming guests at the event. Reserve your tickets Click here to purchase your tickets! You won’t want to miss this flashy, classy event full of games, drinks, food, and supporting kids in our community. Event Menu Appetizers: Asian Meatballs, Mac and Cheese Poppers (V), Cucumber Roulade with Boursin Cheese and Micro Greens (V/DF/GF) Salad: Seasonal Greens with Grilled Pear, Pumpkin Seeds, Feta, Honey Vinaigrette (GF) Entrée: Sirloin Steak with Red Wine Demi-Glace (GF), Haricot Verts (Green Beans) (GF), Garlic Herb Mashed Potatoes Vegetarian Entrée: Mushroom Ravioli with Sautéed Spinach, Peppers, and Asiago Cream Sauce Vegan, Gluten-free, and/or Dairy-free Entrées available upon request Dessert: Peanut Butter Layer Cake Drinks: A specialty welcome drink will be served to guests upon arrival. A cash bar will be available all evening. LEARN MORE: https://theicm.org/event/gala2026/ - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/coralville/celebrate-play-gala-2026/200029502175219 - **Event Categories**: workshops, kids, charities - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 15 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Coralville - **state**: IA - **country**: United States - **location**: 1451 Coral Ridge Ave, Coralville, IA, United States, Iowa 52241 - **lat**: 41.69175 - **long**: -91.60596 - **full address**: 1451 Coral Ridge Ave, Coralville, IA, United States, Iowa 52241 ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Celebrate Play Gala 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/1225b20a4c9a5cb4eac4a308a32c40b507f27f4900758b85e591f50057ae75e8-rimg-w1200-h675-dc110f0f-gmir?v=1772798633 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Celebrate Play Gala 2026 being held? - **A:** Celebrate Play Gala 2026 takes place on Fri, 06 Mar, 2026 at 05:30 pm to Fri, 06 Mar, 2026 at 09:00 pm at 1451 Coral Ridge Ave, Coralville, IA, United States, Iowa 52241. - **Q**: Who is organizing Celebrate Play Gala 2026? - **A:** Celebrate Play Gala 2026 is organized by The Iowa Children's Museum. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Celebrate Play Gala 2026 is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Coralville, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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