About this Event
Join us for the St. Jude Red Carnation Gala!
Tau Kappa Epsilon at George Mason University invites you to the St. Jude GALA 2026 — a formal fundraising dinner where every dollar raised goes directly to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, where families never pay a cent for treatment, research, or housing. Ever.
We've raised $7000+ this semester. Tonight we close the gap to $15k💵.
Here's what you're walking into:
St. Jude & TKE History: Learn about Tau Kappa Epsilon’s long‑standing partnership with St. Jude and the legacy of the Red Carnation Gala.
🍽️ Catered dinner — full meal for Silver & Gold tier guests
🎮 JeoparTKE — watch brothers take on wild live challenges on stage while parents and friends bid to make it happen
🏷️ Silent Auction — bid on exclusive items and experiences all night
🎤 Live remarks from our chapter President and our St. Jude area representative
🎁 Exclusive gift bags for Gold tier guests
📊 Live fundraising tracker — watch the total climb in real time
Formal attire required. Tickets are limited.
For more questions or concerns: [email protected]/[email protected]
FAQ
Q: Where does the money go?
A: Ticket revenue covers the cost of putting on the event. Every dollar raised through our silent auction, JeoparTKE, and live donations goes 100% to St. Jude. We’re at $7000+ raised toward our $15,000 goal.
Q: What is JeoparTKE?
A: Our signature event of the night. Parents bid to watch brothers take on wild challenges live on stage — think pie to the face, hot wings, ice buckets, and more. The energy in the room makes it unforgettable. All money raised goes directly to St. Jude.
Q: What’s included with my ticket?
A: GA ($30) includes entry, water, and snacks. Silver tier ($50) adds a full catered meal and priority seating. Golden tier ($75) includes everything plus an exclusive TKE x St. Jude gift bag and recognition in the event program.
Q: Is there a student discount?
A: Yes — GMU students get 50% off GA and Silver tiers. Student IDs will be checked at the door to confirm discount.
Q: What should I wear?
A: Formal attire. Suits and ties for men, formal dresses for women. This is a real gala — dress the part.
Q: Can I donate without buying a ticket?
A: Absolutely. A QR code for our St. Jude chapter fundraising page will be available at the event and on our social media pages.
Q: Is the silent auction open to all ticket holders?
A: Yes — all ticket tiers have access to bid on silent auction items throughout the evening.
Q: Who is hosting this event?
A: Mu Omega chapter of Tau Kappa Epsilon fraternity at George Mason University. We are raising $15,000 for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital as our chapter’s philanthropy goal for Spring 2026.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Johnson Center, 4400 University Drive, Fairfax, United States
USD 30.00 to USD 75.00
