Thrive HIV Prevention & Support: Red Scarf Gala 2025

Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Red Scarf Gala! Experience the magic of community as we come together to celebrate and support people living with HIV in Waterloo Region and Guelph-Wellington. As we prepare for the Red Scarf Gala we want to remind everyone,

"The dance kept us in the fight because it was the dance we were fighting for" - Dan Savage

Date: Thursday November 27th, 2025

Time: 7 PM - 11 PM

Location: The Union, located at 124 Sydney Street South Kitchener.

Dress code: Red Tie (Optional)

Hot ticket moments (included in ticket price):

• Snacks by Little Mushroom Catering
• Non-alcoholic drinks
• Dancing
• Music by DJ DIVAA
• DIY Photo Booth
• Photos by Phi Like Photography
• Quiet/Sensory Zone

Hot ticket moments (not included in ticket price):

• Cash/Card Bar (Must provide government issued ID)
• Thrive HIV Prevention & Support Silent Auction Donations

All ticket sales, auction proceeds, and 10% of drink sales will be donated to Thrive HIV Prevention & Support.

Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to make a difference while having an absolute blast. Grab your friends, put on your finest attire, and get ready to dance the night away at the Red Scarf Gala!

If you cannot attend the Red Scarf Gala but you want to support folks living with HIV, donate to 05) Red Scarf Project here today: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/thrive-hiv-prevention-and-support/

Thrive HIV Prevention & Support acknowledges that this year’s Red Scarf Gala is being hosted at The Union, a venue with limited physical accessibility.

We recognize that there are a few steps at the entrance and, more significantly, that the washrooms are located on a lower level without ramp or elevator access. The washrooms are gender neutral, but we understand that the lack of accessible access creates barriers for some community members and does not reflect our organization’s commitment to accessibility and inclusion.

While we made every effort to secure a fully accessible space, the combination of budget constraints and limited venue availability for our event date required us to make this difficult decision. We deeply regret the impact this may have on some attendees and remain committed to ensuring that future events are held in fully accessible spaces whenever possible.

For those attending the Gala who may require support or accommodations, please connect with a THRIVE staff member in advance or at the event—we will do our best to assist wherever possible.

The Red Scarf Gala is a part of Thrive HIV Prevention & Support's annual Red Scarf Project - an awareness-raising initiative in support of people living with HIV in Waterloo Region and Guelph-Wellington.

Over the course of this campaign, we will host various events aimed at raising awareness & funds to support people living with HIV in our community. Check-out https://www.thrivehiv.ca/red-scarf-project for more information.

Also check out other Nonprofit events in Kitchener, Workshops in Kitchener.