NYBLACKMBA 35th Anniversary Black Tie Gala Fundraiser

Celebrate 35 years of NYBLACKMBA excellence, leadership, legacy, & impact at the NYBLACKMBA Black Tie Gala & 35th Anniversary Celebration.


A Closing Celebration of the 3rd Annual NYBLACKMBA Business + Lifestyle Festival

New Date: Saturday, February 27, 2027
Virgin Hotels New York City | 1227 Broadway, New York, NY 10001

The NYBLACKMBA 35th Anniversary Black Tie Gala Fundraiser is moving to the 3rd Annual NYBLACKMBA Business + Lifestyle Festival, bringing our milestone celebration into an expanded experience connecting business, leadership, culture, and community.

Join the Metro New York Chapter of the National Black MBA Association as we celebrate 35 years of leadership, professional excellence, community impact, and service. This special evening will unite executives, entrepreneurs, professionals, corporate partners, members, alumni, and friends to honor our legacy and invest in our future.

Honoring Our Past. Building Our Future.

A Celebration With a Purpose
The gala benefits our Leaders of Tomorrow High School Mentoring Program, supporting college scholarships and essential programming that prepares students for college, careers, entrepreneurship, leadership, and life.

A New Ballroom Experience
Celebrate at Virgin Hotels New York City with a gala reception, elegant seated dinner, special presentations, recognition of Chapter leaders and supporters, entertainment, and the Official Post-Dinner Cocktail Party. Enjoy music, dancing, networking, an open bar, and exclusive lounge experiences as we close the Festival in grand style.

6:30 PM–9:30 PM | Gala & Dinner Reception
Cocktails, networking, seated dinner, a special 35th Anniversary program, reflections on Chapter history and legacy, leadership recognition, entertainment, and special surprises.

9:30 PM–2:30 AM | Official Post-Dinner Cocktail Party
Continue the celebration with a DJ, dancing, networking, and an open bar throughout the party. Reserved lounge sections are available, with bottle service included in select sections.

Attire: Black Tie

Join us for an unforgettable Festival closing celebration—honoring 35 years of NYBLACKMBA while helping build opportunities for the next generation.

For more information, email [email protected].

Table of 12 – Group Gala Reception, Dinner & Cocktail Party + Lounge Section: Includes a reserved table for 12, the full gala experience, Post-Dinner Cocktail Party, open bar, and a reserved lounge section.
Sponsored Gala Table + Reserved Lounge Section: Includes a premium reserved table for 12, the full gala experience, Post-Dinner Cocktail Party, open bar, reserved lounge section, and sponsor recognition and benefits.
Post-Dinner Cocktail Party: Includes admission to the late-night celebration featuring music, dancing, entertainment, networking, and open bar.
Mid – Cocktail Party Lounge Section: Accommodates up to 6 guests and includes Cocktail Party admission, a reserved lounge section, dedicated seating, bottle service at the section, and open bar.
Large – Cocktail Party Lounge Section: Accommodates up to 12 guests and includes Cocktail Party admission, a larger reserved lounge section, dedicated seating, bottle service at the section, and open bar.
For more information, please email [email protected].

NYBLACKMBA - Metro New York Chapter of the National Black MBA Association