Excellence Black Tie Gala Weekend 2025

Sat, 08 Nov, 2025 at 07:00 pm to Sun, 09 Nov, 2025 at 12:00 am UTC-05:00

Center of Science and Industry (COSI) | Columbus

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Excellence Black Tie Gala Weekend 2025
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First Friday Columbus and The Now Foundation presents the largest Black Tie Affair in the Midwest. The 5th Annual Excellence Black Tia Gala
About this Event

About the Event

Step into an unforgettable experience at the 5th Annual Excellence Black Tie Gala, this is more than a gala—it’s an extraordinary celebration of art, fashion, music, dance, culture, and culinary excellence.


Friday: Opening Night

Kick off the Excellence Black Tie Gala Weekend on Friday with live performances in a laid-back yet stylish atmosphere. It’s the perfect way to set the tone for the weekend—good energy, good music, and good vibes.


Saturday: The Main Gala

On Saturday, the Gala reaches new heights, hosted at COSI—one of the largest science museums in the country! With over 320,000 square feet, this is more than a gala—it’s an extraordinary celebration of Last year, over 4,000 guests joined us for an evening of elegance and excitement, and this year promises to be even bigger.

  • Fashion & Style: Dazzling outfits and red-carpet energy.
  • Culinary Experience: Tastings from Columbus’s top chefs and culinary artists.
  • Entertainment: Live bands, multiple DJs, a comedy show, and more.
  • Culture & Exploration: Poetry, artist showcases, and access to COSI’s interactive exhibits.

The Gala begins at 7:00 p.m. and continues until midnight, followed by an after-party at 11:00 p.m. to keep the night alive.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of something truly extraordinary. The Excellence Black Tie Gala Weekend is not just an event—it’s an experience.


Highlights
Culinary Experience
  • Food stations throughout the museum
  • Tastings included with admission
  • Featuring 20+ chefs, caterers, and vendors

Entertainment
  • Live bands
  • Multiple DJs
  • Comedy performances
  • Poetry showcases

Culture
  • Author spotlight
  • Excellence Fashion Show
  • Artist displays

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Center of Science and Industry (COSI), 333 West Broad Street, Columbus, United States

Tickets

USD 65.87 to USD 1175.62

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