WYES JULEPS & GENEROSITY PRESENTED BY OSCAR J. TOLMAS CHARITABLE TRUST

2026 WYES JULEPS AND GENEROSITY GALA PRESENTED BY OSCAR J. TOLMAS CHARITABLE TRUST
Thursday, May 7, 2026
WYES | 916 Navarre Avenue | New Orleans

Attire: Derby-inspired
Guests are encouraged to embrace the spirit of the races—think hats or fascinators, bow ties—or opt for “track casual” for a relaxed take on the theme.

Patron Party 7pm-11pm
Patron $500 | Jr. Patron (ages 21-40) $250

Gala 8pm-11pm
Gala $225 | Junior Gala (ages 21-40) $125

Tickets can be purchased online or by calling WYES.
Questions? Call WYES at 504.486.5511 during regular business hours.
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****Please note that there will be no physical tickets for this event. Guests should proceed to Will Call upon arrival at WYES and check in under their registered name.
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This derby-themed evening will bring together community leaders, patrons and WYES supporters for an unforgettable night of Southern style, celebration, and a shared commitment to public broadcasting in New Orleans. Guests will enjoy live music, dancing, dining and bidding—all set at the WYES Paulette and Frank Stewart Innovation Center for Educational Media.

If you or your business is interested in becoming an event sponsor, please contact Jim Tapley ([email protected]) or Kerri Blache ([email protected]). They will be happy to walk you through the many ways you can be a part of the 2026 Gala.

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SPECIAL THANKS TO:

Event Co-Chairs:

Eileen and Joey Devall
Katie and Eric Hoffman
Megan and William Wolf

Auction Committee Chairs:

Sarah and William Worsley

Since 1957, WYES has been preserving memories and telling the stories of the people, culture and traditions of New Orleans and our region like no one else.

Through WYES’ incomparable and original local programming, documentaries and national cooking shows, the station is your lens to our region’s unique history, flair and flavors—past, present and future. Your support of the gala, our signature event, is essential to sustain and grow both WYES’ programming and community outreach that continue to distinguish the station as our region’s free and most accessible educational resource.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

WYES Paulette and Frank Stewart Innovation Center for Educational Media, 916 Navarre Avenue, New Orleans, United States

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