Our first ever gala was a huge success! We thank everyone for coming and supporting LGBTQIA+ community.

The Stonewall Inn Brick Awards Gala

December 4, 2023 | 6PM - 9PM

Racket NYC
431 W. 16th Street
New York, NY 10011

Archived event announcement: December 4, 2023. This event has ended and ticket sales are closed.

We are pleased to present The Stonewall Inn Brick Awards Gala, honoring LGBTQ+ leaders from around the globe who continue The Stonewall Inn Legacy of activism. Join us for a dazzling night of commemoration, celebration, and community, hosted by the one and only, Peppermint! Hosted bar, light bites, thrilling performances, and a live auction, emcee'd by comic Dana Goldberg- experience this exciting new fundraiser benefiting The Stonewall Inn's official and only nonprofit, The Stonewall Inn Gives Back Initiative.

The 2023 event included:

  • The debut of the hand-crafted Stonewall Inn Brick Award

  • Hosted bar

  • Light appetizers

  • Performances

  • Live and silent auction items featuring the best-in-class experiences, home goods and more

For current event information, visit The Stonewall Inn Brick Awards Gala.

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2023 Event FAQs

  • • The Priority Seats option will include a dedicated seat at a table in a section with premium views of the stage. Seats are unassigned and can be claimed within the Priority Seats section on a first come first serve basis upon arrival at the event. Specific Table or Seat assignments will not be made in advance.

    • The Standing Room option will include access into the event, with all the perks of a Hosted Bar, Catered Light Bites, and access to the Silent/Live Auction, however a dedicated seat in this section may not be guaranteed, and will include cocktail tables and a limited number of seats

  • This event will be catered with tray passed hors d’oeuvres before the show with sweet treats after the show. This may be enough for those with small appetites, but this is not meant to be a substitute for a normal sized dinner. We recommend making plans to supplement your evening with a light meal pre or post event.

  • • You must be at least 16 years of age or older to attend this event. Access to Alcoholic Beverages are reserved to those 21 years of age or older.

    • All guests must bring a valid form of photo I.D. to show at check in to receive the appropriate credential and to consume Alcoholic Beverages on the premises. The venue reserves the right to refuse service to guests who do not bring and show a valid form of I.D. at check-in.

  • There is no official Dress Code to attend this event, but we have a feeling people will want to dress to impress in smart casual to semi-formal inspired outfits. Whether you show up in sneakers or heels, we want you to show up comfortable and authentically you!

  • Yes, the venue has a coat check

  • You may still show support in a number of ways, including making a donation to help achieve their fundraising goals, by heading over to the donations tab of our website stonewallinitiative.org/donate

  • At this time, there are no plans to live stream or record the event for public viewing. Be sure to attend so you don’t miss a thing!

  • Yes! Be sure to check back here at our main event page for the latest talent and event updates leading up to the event.