Jazzy Gala 2025: Passport Through the Arts

Take a journey through the "flavor" of four iconic American cities! Jazzy Gala 2025: Passport Through the Arts is an immersive celebration of culture, creativity, and connection. From the streets of Harlem, the sounds of the French Quarter, the bright lights of Hollywood, and the traditions of the nation’s capital, experience a dynamic evening that brings each city to life through visual art, culinary excellence, music, and dance.

Highlights for the Evening:

🎶 Performance by R&B legend Chanté Moore

🍽️ Guided dinner by James Beard Award-winning Chef

🎧 Silent DJs in each gallery

VIP Seated Dinner

📍District of Columbia (DCA) ✈️

An unforgettable evening with a curated and guided dinner by a James Beard Award winning chef, perfectly paired with the smooth, soulful sounds of .

VIP guests can choose their own adventure, enjoying complimentary access to both the lively Roaming Reception and the vibrant, indulgent Dancing + Dessert After-Glo.

Roaming Reception

📍Hollywood (LAX) ✈️ 📍New Orleans (MSY) ✈️ 📍Charlotte (CLT) ✈️📍New York (JFK)✈️

Take a toast to life at our Hollywood Walk of Fame champagne station and snap a star-worthy photo. Feel the vibrant energy of New York City with live art demonstrations and dynamic street performances, plus a playful visit to the neighborhood bodega. Stop by the Queen City Passport Office for a fun photo op and grab your own “passport photo” to remember the evening.

Then head over to our Creole-themed Roaming Reception, where you can join a lively second line with a NOLA brass band, savor passed appetizers, and an open bar. Explore the Gantt's beatuiful east and west galleries, fully activated with a silent DJ experience and bold showcases of contemporary women artists.

Roaming Reception guests also receive complimentary access to the Dancing + Dessert After-Glo to keep the celebration going.

Dancing + Dessert After-Glo on the Rooftop + Terrace

Cap off the night at our Dancing + Dessert After-Glo, where the energy turns up with a live DJ, sweet treats, and signature cocktails. Hit the dance floor, indulge in decadent desserts, and celebrate under the glow of city lights. It’s the perfect finale to an unforgettable evening.

Host or Publisher Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture