MIDNIGHT & GOLD: GATSBY DINNER & HARLEM NIGHTS CASINO-STYLE AFTERPARTY

An Elegant Winter Gatsby Affair & Harlem Nights Casino-Style Afterparty

Saturday, January 23, 2027 | Chicago Ridge, Illinois

Step into an unforgettable Chicago-area evening of timeless glamour, elevated dining, live music, sophisticated entertainment, and a Harlem Nights-inspired casino-style gaming afterparty.

Katered by Kelly invites you to Midnight & Gold: The Gatsby Experience, an exclusive Great Gatsby-inspired celebration thoughtfully curated for guests who appreciate elegance, exceptional dining, memorable entertainment, and an extraordinary night out.

Part formal dinner, part Gatsby soirée, with the glamour and nostalgia of an upscale adult prom—followed by the excitement of Harlem Nights.

The evening begins with an elegant cocktail hour, setting the tone for a celebration inspired by the glamour and sophistication of the Roaring 20s.

Enjoy an atmosphere of candlelit elegance, luxurious décor, sophisticated conversation, and a musical experience featuring a Surprise International Recording and Performing Soul Violinist and Composer.

Guests will have access to a full cash bar throughout the evening.

Following cocktail hour, enjoy an elegant plated dinner featuring your choice of:

Braised Beef with Demi-Glace

Tender, slow-braised beef finished with a rich, savory demi-glace for a deeply flavorful and refined entrée.

OR

Salmon with Butter-Lemon Sauce

Delicately prepared salmon finished with a smooth butter-lemon sauce for a bright, elegant balance of richness and citrus.

Dinner will be accompanied by garlic potato purée, roasted vegetables, and salad, followed by dessert.

As dinner transitions into the evening's featured entertainment, guests can enjoy an unforgettable musical performance by our Surprise International Recording and Performing Soul Violinist and Composer.

When Gatsby glamour meets Harlem Nights, the evening takes on a whole new energy.

The celebration continues with an exclusive, Harlem Nights-inspired casino-style gaming afterparty.

Step into an atmosphere of vintage sophistication, rich midnight-blue and gold accents, elegant cocktails, music, and spirited social entertainment.

Enjoy casino-style gaming featuring playing cards, gaming chips, and friendly competition—all designed to recreate the excitement of a glamorous casino night.

Casino-style gaming is for entertainment purposes only.

Whether you're continuing the celebration after dinner or joining us exclusively for the afterparty, expect an evening of grown-and-sophisticated fun.

Afterparty-only tickets are available separately.

A full cash bar will remain available.

For guests seeking an even more exclusive experience, VIP admission offers an elevated level of hospitality.

VIP guests will receive:

One Complimentary Cocktail

Enjoy one complimentary cocktail as part of your VIP experience.

Preferred Dinner Seating

Premium seating in a preferred section for dinner.

Premium Placement for Featured Entertainment

Enjoy preferred positioning for the evening's featured performance.

Priority Entry

VIP guests will receive priority entry for a smoother arrival experience.

VIP Keepsake Portrait

A professionally captured digital portrait from the evening's Gatsby-inspired setting, subject to final photography arrangements.

Dress to impress.

Gatsby-inspired elegance, sophisticated evening attire, luxurious fabrics, statement accessories, and vintage glamour are strongly encouraged.

Think timeless sophistication with a touch of Roaring Twenties extravagance.

Saturday, January 23, 2027

Chicago Ridge, Illinois | Chicago Metropolitan Area

An exclusive private venue. Exact location details will be provided to confirmed ticket holders.

Ticket options include the full-evening Gatsby experience, VIP admission, and separately available Harlem Nights afterparty admission.

Seating is intentionally limited. Advance ticket purchase is encouraged.

Come for the dinner. Stay for the experience. Step into Harlem Nights.

The identity of our special featured guest will be revealed at the appropriate time—but the secret won't stay a secret forever.

Presented by Katered by Kelly

An evening of elegance, extraordinary entertainment, and unforgettable memories.

Info: Saturday, January 23, 2027

6:00 PM – 7:00 PM | The Gatsby Cocktail Reception


7:00 PM – 7:30 PM | The Dinner Prelude

Cocktail Refresh & Guest Seating


7:30 PM – 8:30 PM | An Elegant Dining Experience

8:30 PM - 12:00 AM | Harlem Nights Casino-Style Gaming Afterparty

When Gatsby glamour meets Harlem Nights, the celebration continues.


Separate admission required. Harlem Nights afterparty tickets are available independently of the main Gatsby Experience.

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