Louisville Youth Group presents
Glitter Gala 2025: LYG’s 35th Birthday
A nostalgic, 90s‑inspired night of drag, community, and joy.
Goal: $15,000Raised: $0
0% to goal · $15,000 to go · Capacity 200
About the Event
Glitter Gala rewinds the tape to a 90’s‑inspired night of drag performances, music, and community to celebrate 35 years of Louisville Youth Group. Your ticket fuels weekly peer‑support groups, the Beyond Labels closet, leadership programs, and affirming resources for LGBTQIA+ youth across Kentuckiana.
- Drag throwbacks and a special 35th‑birthday tribute
- Interactive 90’s Lounge, Mario Kart Corner, and giant Yearbook Wall
- Alumni shout‑outs & live fundraising to power 2026 programs
- Dress Code: 90’s grunge‑to‑glam — flannel, slip dresses, Docs, sparkles; come as you are
Glitter Gala supports nearly one‑third of LYG’s annual programs, including weekly peer‑support groups, youth leadership opportunities, and affirming resources. Your sponsorship keeps safe, affirming spaces thriving for youth in 2025 and beyond.
VIP
$95
- Reserved runway/stage seating
- VIP lounge access
- Early entry at 4:30 PM
- Swag bag
- First‑round drink ticket
FMV $40 · Tax‑deductible $55
Select VIP
General Admission
$45
- Open floor & standard tables (first‑come)
- All activations included
FMV $20 · Tax‑deductible $25
Select GA
VIP Table for 8
$500
- Reserved premium table near runway & stage (8 VIP seats)
- VIP lounge access for your table
FMV $320 · Tax‑deductible $180
Select VIP Table for 8
Event Details
📅 Date
Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025
Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025
🕔 Time
5:00–8:00 PM (VIP at 4:30)
5:00–8:00 PM (VIP at 4:30)
📍 Venue
Play Louisville (Play Dance Bar), 1101 E Washington St, Louisville, KY
Play Louisville (Play Dance Bar), 1101 E Washington St, Louisville, KY
🎟️ Tickets
Starting at $25
Starting at $25
🧑🤝🧑 Age Policy
21+ to drink (per venue guidance)
21+ to drink (per venue guidance)
♿ Accessibility
ADA entry & seating; ASL by request by Nov. 1
ADA entry & seating; ASL by request by Nov. 1
Sponsorships
Expand a tier to view benefits and claim your seats.
💎 Mixtape Magnate — $5,000
- Logo on homepage and venue screens
- “YOUR BRAND Presents” on collateral
- VIP Lounge access + first‑round drink tickets
- 16 VIP seats (2 premium tables near runway & stage)
- Largest logo on step‑and‑repeat backdrop
- Optional 2‑minute remarks from stage
- 3 social media thank‑you posts
📼 Blockbuster Benefactor — $2,500
- Logo on homepage, newsletter, step‑and‑repeat, venue screens
- Verbal recognition at open & close
- VIP lounge + drink tickets
- 8 VIP seats (1 premium table near stage)
- Dedicated social media post
📓 Trapper Keeper — $1,500
- Logo in program newsletter, step‑and‑repeat, and venue screens
- Social media thank‑you
- 16 GA seats (4 standard tables)
💄 Glam Boy — $1,000
- Logo in newsletter and on venue screens
- Social media thank‑you
- 12 GA seats (3 standard tables)
🧸 Beanie Buddy (Supporting) — $500
- Logo in program zine and on venue screens
- Social media thank‑you
- 8 GA seats (2 standard tables)
Sponsors receive access codes to claim included seats directly in checkout. Need an invoice or W‑9? Email development@louisvilleyouthgroup.org.
Event Schedule
Doors, shows, and special moments (subject to update).
4:30 PM
VIP Entry
VIP Entry
5:00 PM
Doors & Activations
Doors & Activations
6:00 PM
Main Program & 35th Tribute
Main Program & 35th Tribute
7:15 PM
Live Appeal & Raffle
Live Appeal & Raffle
7:45 PM
Finale Drag Performance
Finale Drag Performance
8:00 PM
Close & Photo Ops
Close & Photo Ops
Seat Map Zones
- Runway Premium
- Standard Tables
- GA Floor
Seating requests & accessibility needs can be submitted at checkout; ASL available by request by Nov. 1.
Policies & Fine Print
Refunds
Tickets are nonrefundable but transferable. Age
Set per venue policy. 21+ to drink. Tax Language
Louisville Youth Group is a 501(c)(3). The tax‑deductible amount equals your payment minus the fair market value of goods/services received.
Tickets are nonrefundable but transferable. Age
Set per venue policy. 21+ to drink. Tax Language
Louisville Youth Group is a 501(c)(3). The tax‑deductible amount equals your payment minus the fair market value of goods/services received.
Accessibility
ADA‑accessible entrance and seating available. ASL by request with advance notice by Nov. 1. Please note any needs at checkout or email us. Health & Safety
We’ll follow current public health guidance and venue policies.
ADA‑accessible entrance and seating available. ASL by request with advance notice by Nov. 1. Please note any needs at checkout or email us. Health & Safety
We’ll follow current public health guidance and venue policies.
Join Us
We Are LYG
Contact: development@louisvilleyouthgroup.org
Short URL: LYG35 • Goal: $15,000 • Capacity: 200