Reader UnGala Celebration

Please join the Chicago Reader for our 2nd Annual UnGala fundraiser, presented by The California Clipper, at the Epiphany Center for the Arts celebrating the bright future of the Reader with the very best of Chicago arts and  entertainment.

THIS IS A 21+ EVENT.

• Date: Wednesday, October 18, 2023
• VIP reception:  6 – 7 p.m.; General Admission:  7 – 11 p.m.
• Location: Epiphany Center for the Arts. 201 Ashland Avenue in Chicago
• Cost: Sponsorship levels start at $500; Tickets start at $20
• Attire: Whatever you fancy! From biz casual to Met Gala-fab, our only ask is that you add a little Reader Yellow or gold into your look. Whether it’s a monochromatic yellow storm, or just a small pop of gold, make it your own! Click here for the UnGala Dress Code to get some style inspiration!

With:

• 3 areas of entertainment + fun (full line-up to be announced!)
• A VIP reception with access to a 2-hour open bar, light bites, and entertainment
• A killer line up of some of Chicago’s best music + live art + dance including
• Food provided by locally sourced and artisan producers
• Cash bar available all night
• Raffles with amazing prizes

Emceed by: Naira (@naira.bills)

With appearances and performances by:

Peter CottonTale

Sparklmami

The Trenchies

Yanna Cello

Rockstar EV

DJ IGGY

NOTAPLANTSHOP

RTST

Alyssa Low

The Body Confident Queens

Blesstonio

Lady D

CHECK OUT THE READER UNGALA SPOTIFY PLAYLIST

RAFFLE PACKAGES
We’re super thrilled to have a number of amazing raffle packages for you to bid on! From a boat charter experience and a downtown date night, to tickets to shows at Steppenwolf Theatre, About Face Theatre, and Writers Theatre, there’s something for everyone! Click here to see the entire list of raffle packages, and click here to buy raffle tickets!

AFTER PARTY INFORMATION
Join us for the Reader UnGala after party, which will be held at The California Clipper and feature sounds by 1981Tokyo!

Be sure to stop by the Clipper Corner activation at the UnGala to receive your drink voucher and the Uber code to get a free lift to the party!

SPONSORS

Please see our sponsorship package options here. For more information on sponsorship opportunities and advertising packages, reach out Diane Pascal, at [email protected].