The annual Dell Children’s Gala benefitting the Dell Children’s Medical Center of Central Texas will take place on Saturday, January 28 at the Austin Convention Center Grand Ballroom. Event chairs Kay and Eric Moreland invite Austinites to attend the first social event of the year in Austin, which raises approximately $1 million per year for the Medical Center’s area of greatest need.

Event guests will enjoy a cocktail party at 6 p.m. and an elegant dinner and program at 8 p.m. followed by dancing with live music by The Sauce and a Casino lounge from 10 p.m. to midnight. During the event, guests will enjoy bidding on live and silent auction packages including an unforgettable getaway at the Four Seasons Resort, Nevis, West Indies; a seven night stay at Calistoga Ranch, Napa Valley; and a Viking Outdoor Kitchen with consultation and dinner prepared by award-winning Chef Kent Rathbun.

From the moment guests arrive, they are mesmerized by the vibrant and cutting edge lighting displays by Ilios Lighting. Stunning floral design and centerpiece arrangements are created by David Kurio Floral Designs. Once inside, the grand ballroom is brought to life by world-renowned projection designer, Bart Kresa, through his kaleidoscope-like art projections on the interior walls.

The evening concludes with an after party at the Four Seasons Hotel Austin from 11 p.m. to 2 a.m. with live music and late-night fare by Trio.

The theme of this year’s gala is The Art of Healing, which speaks to the holistic, patient-centered care that the Dell Children’s Medical Center of Central Texas offers. “Dell Children’s has made healing an art form through child life services, art therapy, pet therapy and more,” says Kay Moreland. The family-centered environment at Dell Children’s includes meditation gardens, areas for children to play and study, as well as a collection of more than 950 pieces of original art – the largest non-museum art collection in Central Texas.

Sponsorships for the Dell Children’s Gala start at $2,500 and individual tickets are $500. To purchase either, contact Judah Crossland, jlcrossland@seton.org or 512-324-0170. Tables or tickets are also available for purchase at the event website.