# Event Details - **Event Name**: Guiding Lights Gala - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 11:30 pm (-06:00) - **Event Description**: Welcome to the Guiding Lights Gala, the signature philanthropic event of the MaKami College Education Foundation.About this EventIlluminating Futures & Inspiring GenerationsThe MaKami College Education Foundation invites you to celebrate the lasting impact of transforming lives through education at the Guiding Lights Gala on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at the Fairmont Hotel Macdonald.Join other visionary leaders, changemakers, and community partners with a shared belief in the power of education in our first annual Guiding Lights Gala.Your presence will help illuminate pathways for MaKami College students who are overcoming extraordinary barriers to pursue their academic career goals.Many of our students are newcomers, single parents, career transitioners, and individuals rebuilding their lives. With access to education and the right supports, they can rise, creating ripple effects that strengthen communities and will shape Alberta’s future.Our Foundation is dedicated to breaking down barriers to education. Through your generosity, we will open more doors to opportunity and affirm that every student deserves a chance to thrive.Where Purpose Meets PossibilityYour support fuels transformational impact by opening doors for deserving learners through scholarships, providing academic and wellness support that empowers students to thrive, and offering child care assistance, emergency financial aid, ESL, and job-skills training that equip them with the tools and services they need to succeed.This is philanthropy that reaches far beyond the classroom.This is how futures are illuminated.By joining the Guiding Lights Gala, you can help us get one step closer to transforming lives for students who dream of pursuing a post-secondary education but don’t have the financial means to do so. Agenda🕑: 05:00 PM - 06:00 PMVIP ReceptionInfo: The VIP Reception, available to all VIP ticket guests, will include a champagne toast with retired General Rick Hillier and MaKami College's Board Chair Mark Frederick. Guests will also be provided a tour with elevated appetizer food stations and early access to silent auction items. 🕑: 05:30 PM - 06:00 PMCocktail Reception & Silent AuctionInfo: All standard ticket holders are invited to join us for cocktails, appetizers, photos and an amazing silent auction prior to the gala doors opening. 🕑: 06:00 PM - 08:30 PMDinner, Donor Awards & Live AuctionInfo: Enjoy an upscale plated dinner paired with wine and dessert, followed by a brief awards ceremony recognizing the outstanding donors who have contributed to the MaKami College Education Foundation. This portion of the evening will also include a phenomenal live auction.🕑: 08:30 PM - 11:30 PMDance with Live EntertainmentInfo: Wrap up this fantastic evening by enjoying live music and dancing courtesy of Edmonton's renowned Uptown Band! Uptown is a high-energy party band known for their electrifying performances complete with dazzling costumes and slick choreography. They specialize in corporate event entertainment and have a repertoire of over 400 songs covering six decades of popular music. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/edmonton/guiding-lights-gala/100001980139519607 - **Event Categories**: music, entertainment, workshops, live-music, health-wellness, parties - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 268.1, max: 5335.47, currency: CAD ## Event venue details - **city**: Edmonton - **state**: AB - **country**: Canada - **location**: Fairmont Hotel Macdonald - **lat**: 53.54024709999999 - **long**: -113.4895554 - **full address**: Fairmont Hotel Macdonald, 10065 100 Street Northwest, Edmonton, Canada ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Guiding Lights Gala - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/84f106804d059f7157350f017020fb8d22f2f300d293cd7d7303ef022041b0bb-rimg-w1200-h600-dc041216-gmir.jpg?v=1768769293 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Guiding Lights Gala being held? - **A:** Guiding Lights Gala takes place on Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 11:30 pm at Fairmont Hotel Macdonald, 10065 100 Street Northwest, Edmonton, Canada. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Guiding Lights Gala? - **A:** Ticket prices for Guiding Lights Gala range from CAD 268 to CAD 5,335 depending on the ticket type. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityStandard TicketCAD 268 + CAD 18 feeAvailableStudent TableCAD 2,668 + CAD 168 feeAvailableVIP TableCAD 5,335 + CAD 335 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing Guiding Lights Gala? - **A:** Guiding Lights Gala is organized by MaKami College. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Guiding Lights Gala 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 Edmonton, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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