Junior Council's 37th Annual Snowball Gala

Schedule

Sat Feb 28 2026 at 08:00 pm to 11:59 pm

Location

Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel | Chicago, IL

Snowball Gala is a celebrated Chicago fundraiser featuring music, tastings, and an after-party benefiting Lurie Children’s.
About this Event

Join Junior Council for the 37th Annual Snowball Gala!

Snowball Gala is an iconic Chicago event known for its long history of philanthropy. Snowball 2026 will feature live music, a robust silent auction, a premium open bar, tastings from your favorite Chicago restaurants, and an after party to follow!

All proceeds directly benefit the Pediatric & Adolescent HIV/AIDS Clinic at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago. Funds that Junior Council raise help to provide scholarships for past and present patients of the clinic, a Junior Council van for transportation to and from the clinic, and much needed testing, Medic*tion, and services for uninsured patients and patients coming from low-income families.

Please note this is a 21+ event!

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More Information About the Event

Program Details:

COMING SOON!

Tastings:

We'll have amazing Chicago restaurants showcasing their cuisine at Snowball. Please remember the food is tasting-size portions. Restaurant partners coming soon!

Beverages:

A wide variety of beverages will be available at the open bars during Snowball including alcoholic and non-alcoholic options!