About this Event
Co-hosted by Serving People with a Mission (SPM) and The Metropolitan on November 5 in Chicago, Celestial Odyssey is an immersive benefit gala designed at the intersection of purpose, opportunity, and community.
The evening transforms The Metropolitan into a hub of discovery and possibility, featuring elevated dining, signature cocktails, curated entertainment, and high-impact networking among Chicago’s civic and corporate leaders.
All proceeds from ticket sales, corporate sponsorships, and donations directly fund SPM, a Chicago-founded nonprofit dedicated to empowering emerging young leaders through mentorship, education, leadership development, and professional pathways.
Ultimately, Celestial Odyssey combines an extraordinary guest experience with a vital mission: building momentum for the next generation of servant leaders and creating lasting impact across local communities.
CELESTIAL ODYSSEY Menu
T O S T A R T
Warm Artisan Rolls, whipped sea salt butter
S A L A D
Autumn Pear & Baby Greens
Roasted pear, shaved fennel, candied pepitas, goat cheese, cider vinaigrette
Autumn Pear & Baby Greens
Roasted pear, shaved fennel, candied pepitas, goat cheese, cider vinaigrette
D U E T E N T R É E
Red Wine–Braised Beef Short Rib & Maryland-Style Crab Cake
Roasted garlic potato purée, glazed baby carrots, charred broccolini, red wine–shallot jus, lemon–herb beurre blanc
Pescatarian & vegan substitutes available
Red Wine–Braised Beef Short Rib & Maryland-Style Crab Cake, roasted garlic potato purée, glazed baby carrots, charred broccolini, red wine–shallot jus, lemon–herb beurre blanc
Pescatarian & vegan substitutes available
D E S S E R T
Miniature Dessert Platter, a family-style selection for the table
Event venue & nearby stays
The Metropolitan at the Willis(Sears) Tower, 233 South Wacker Drive, Chicago, United States
Concerts, fests, parties, meetups — all the happenings, one place.