Participate in Black Charity Galas in New York supporting important causes and bringing your community together. These events celebrate cultural heritage while raising awareness and funds for organizations serving the Black community.
Please join Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Nu Psi Zeta Chapter on Saturday, March 7th for our 39th Annual Scholarship Award Brunch!
AN UNFORGETTABLE CELEBRATION AWAITS…
Step into FINER excellence as the FINER Women of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Nu Psi Zeta Chapter come together to celebrate the Extraordinary where style, grace, and the power of scholarship take center stage.
All-Black Affair | Semi-Formal Elegance
Get ready to gather, glow, and elevate alongside women who define legacy and leadership. Trust us; this is one night you don’t want to miss.
Saturday, 07, 13.00 -
Saturday, 07, 17.00
Mahopac,
NY
_$25
Syracuse Black History Gala — Honoring Our Community Champions
Join us for the Syracuse Black History Gala, a night of tribute, culture, and connection as we celebrate the achievements and enduring legacy of Black leaders in our community. The Gala will honor distinguished local community members for their contributions to education, social justice, arts, entrepreneurship, and civic life. Attendees will enjoy live music, a seated dinner, and an awards presentation recognizing exemplary service and leadership across Syracuse neighborhoods.
Open to community members, civic leaders, local businesses, and artist. The evening is celebratory, respectful, and uplifting — blending formal tribute with cultural celebration.
Saturday, 28, 18.00 -
Saturday, 28, 22.00
Syracuse,
NY
_$25
The Blackyard Collective “Black Love” Gala — Celebrating 10 Years of Black Queer & Trans Recovery**
Join us for an unforgettable evening of elegance, joy, and liberation as The Blackyard Collective commemorates a decade of Black queer and trans recovery, resilience, and community care. For ten years, BYC has created Black space, cultivated Black connections, and conjured Black joy—trailblazing a community where our stories matter, our brilliance is centered, and our healing is sacred.
This year’s Mardi Gras–themed Gala invites you into a world of color, celebration, and Black queer magic. Think feathers, beads, bold glam, and all the vibrancy that Mardi Gras traditions offer—from pageantry to second-line spirit. Expect a night overflowing with culture, rhythm, and unapologetic abundance.
Hosted at The Center, this formal celebration welcomes guests to embody Mardi Gras elegance in Black & Gold attire, honoring both New Orleans pageantry and BYC’s tenth-anniversary glow-up.
The Gala also serves as a fundraiser for the 2026 BYC National Conference, the first-ever international gathering dedicated to Black queer and trans recovery. Your presence, your contribution, and your spirit help ensure that this historic convening becomes a transformative space for hundreds across the diaspora.
Event Highlights
Mardi Gras–themed celebration of Black queer & trans brilliance
Performances, tributes, and reflections honoring 10 years of BYC
Black & Gold masquerade moments, photo ops, and festive elegance
Community social hour, dancing, and decadent celebration
Opportunities to support the 2026 National Conference
Tickets
In-Person Tickets:
$50 • $75 • $100
(Sliding scale – all proceeds benefit the 2026 BYC National Conference)
Virtual Attendee Ticket:
$25
(Join the celebration online and support BYC from wherever you are!)
Come dressed in your finest Mardi Gras glam.
Come ready to celebrate Black love in all its abundance.
Come ready to continue creating Black space, building Black connections, and spreading Black joy.
The Blackyard Collective is a registered 501(c)(3) organization (Federal Tax ID # 88-3641425) and all donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowable by law.
Sunday, 15, 17.00 -
Sunday, 15, 19.00
New York,
NY
_$25
Prepare for an unforgettable evening of elegance, connection, and purpose at the Sweetheart Ball, held at the iconic Corning Museum of Glass. This black-tie affair invites you to dress to impress and celebrate alongside your sweetheart, friends, and community.
Guests will enjoy a night filled with music, dancing, laughter, and meaningful fellowship, along with exciting door prizes and a silent auction featuring a curated selection of items. Beyond the celebration, this annual signature event serves a higher purpose—supporting local high school seniors as they take the next step toward college. A portion of the proceeds directly benefits our scholarship fund, helping to open doors to higher education for students in our community.
Join us for an evening where sophistication meets impact, and every moment helps invest in the future of our local youth. 🎓
Saturday, 07, 18.00 -
Saturday, 07, 23.59
Corning,
NY
_$25
You are cordially invited to the 40th Anniversary Celebration of the Pi Kappa Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®
Join us as we celebrate four decades of service, sisterhood, and Black excellence.
Since its founding, the Pi Kappa Omega Chapter has empowered youth, uplifted communities, and supported local businesses through impactful programs and scholarships.
This elegant afternoon will honor individuals who embody the ideals of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®.
All proceeds will benefit our Scholarship Program, which supports students demonstrating academic excellence and financial need—especially those attending HBCUs or pursuing careers in medicine, education, and social work.
Highlights of the Celebration
This celebration will proudly showcase Black and Brown-owned vendors—from the venue and chefs to entertainers, decorators, and service providers.
By centering businesses within our community, we are truly Soaring to Greater Heights of Service and Sisterhood by Building Our Economic Wealth and Uplifting Our Local Community.
Celebrate. Honor. Empower.
We look forward to celebrating this milestone with you.
Sunday, 28, 13.00 -
Sunday, 28, 17.00
New York,
NY
_$25
The annual MLK Luncheon recognizes students that have been nominated for displaying the excellent traits of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Awards in the amount of $2,500 will go to students who are beacons of light within their communities. The students selected have devoted their time and energy to Dr. King’s principles of non-violent social change.
Monday, 19, 11.30 -
Monday, 19, 14.00
Tarrytown,
NY
_$25
Join us for an evening to give back- sip cocktails, enjoy a chef's buffet, scholarship + awards presentations and a charitable auction.
Celebrate the season at one of New York’s premier restaurants and entertainment venues while supporting a great cause. Engage with industry peers, enjoy cocktails and gourmet dining, bid on exclusive luxury merchandise.
Bring a friend, dress festively, and be part of an unforgettable evening of connection and giving back to the community.
Your contribution supports programs for deserving students and professionals in retail and related industries.
Thursday, 04, 18.00 -
Thursday, 04, 21.00
New York,
NY
_$25
Please join Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Nu Psi Zeta Chapter on Saturday, March 7th for our 39th Annual Scholarship Award Brunch!
AN UNFORGETTABLE CELEBRATION AWAITS…
Step into FINER excellence as the FINER Women of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Nu Psi Zeta Chapter come together to celebrate the Extraordinary where style, grace, and the power of scholarship take center stage.
All-Black Affair | Semi-Formal Elegance
Get ready to gather, glow, and elevate alongside women who define legacy and leadership. Trust us; this is one night you don’t want to miss.
Saturday, 17, 12.00 - Saturday, 17, 16.00
Mahopac, NY
108.55
Syracuse Black History Gala — Honoring Our Community Champions
Join us for the Syracuse Black History Gala, a night of tribute, culture, and connection as we celebrate the achievements and enduring legacy of Black leaders in our community. The Gala will honor distinguished local community members for their contributions to education, social justice, arts, entrepreneurship, and civic life. Attendees will enjoy live music, a seated dinner, and an awards presentation recognizing exemplary service and leadership across Syracuse neighborhoods.
Open to community members, civic leaders, local businesses, and artist. The evening is celebratory, respectful, and uplifting — blending formal tribute with cultural celebration.
Saturday, 17, 12.00 - Saturday, 17, 16.00
Syracuse, NY
75.00
The Blackyard Collective “Black Love” Gala — Celebrating 10 Years of Black Queer & Trans Recovery**
Join us for an unforgettable evening of elegance, joy, and liberation as The Blackyard Collective commemorates a decade of Black queer and trans recovery, resilience, and community care. For ten years, BYC has created Black space, cultivated Black connections, and conjured Black joy—trailblazing a community where our stories matter, our brilliance is centered, and our healing is sacred.
This year’s Mardi Gras–themed Gala invites you into a world of color, celebration, and Black queer magic. Think feathers, beads, bold glam, and all the vibrancy that Mardi Gras traditions offer—from pageantry to second-line spirit. Expect a night overflowing with culture, rhythm, and unapologetic abundance.
Hosted at The Center, this formal celebration welcomes guests to embody Mardi Gras elegance in Black & Gold attire, honoring both New Orleans pageantry and BYC’s tenth-anniversary glow-up.
The Gala also serves as a fundraiser for the 2026 BYC National Conference, the first-ever international gathering dedicated to Black queer and trans recovery. Your presence, your contribution, and your spirit help ensure that this historic convening becomes a transformative space for hundreds across the diaspora.
Event Highlights
Mardi Gras–themed celebration of Black queer & trans brilliance
Performances, tributes, and reflections honoring 10 years of BYC
Black & Gold masquerade moments, photo ops, and festive elegance
Community social hour, dancing, and decadent celebration
Opportunities to support the 2026 National Conference
Tickets
In-Person Tickets:
$50 • $75 • $100
(Sliding scale – all proceeds benefit the 2026 BYC National Conference)
Virtual Attendee Ticket:
$25
(Join the celebration online and support BYC from wherever you are!)
Come dressed in your finest Mardi Gras glam.
Come ready to celebrate Black love in all its abundance.
Come ready to continue creating Black space, building Black connections, and spreading Black joy.
The Blackyard Collective is a registered 501(c)(3) organization (Federal Tax ID # 88-3641425) and all donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowable by law.
Saturday, 17, 12.00 - Saturday, 17, 16.00
New York, NY
28.52
The Genesee River gorge in western New York - the sheer shale cliffs of Letchworth State Park, known as the Grand Canyon of the East, cut through wooded countryside between the Finger Lakes and Lake Erie.
