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AAC 2024 GALA REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Why Attend?

When you join us at the Gala you are directly supporting the AAC’s work protecting public lands, educating climbers, and building community. A portion of all tickets is tax deductible, and your contribution is deeply appreciated!

If you can’t attend the Gala, please consider making a donation to support our work.

Online registration for the Gala has closed. If you would like to be added to the waitlist, please email Xavier at [email protected].

Ticket Details

All tickets include an exquisite three-course meal and open bar at the Gala, as well as the Send n’ Social kick off party on Friday night and Coffee Chat with AAC Board President Graham Zimmerman and Executive Director Ben Gabriel on Saturday morning.

VIP TABLE FOR 10: $10k
Show your support for the AAC — gather your friends for a night to remember and a VIP experience they won’t forget!

 VIP Table for 10 Includes:

  • Priority seating for 10

  • Recognition in the event program and slideshow

  • Access for 10 guests to VIP Sunday morning brunch with special guests - the 2023 Jannu North Face American Ascent Team - Matt Cornell, Alan Rousseau and Jackson Marvell!

  • Tax deductible portion: $8,000

TABLE FOR 10: $5k
Gather your friends and get ready for an inspiring, fun-filled evening in support of the AAC!

 Table for 10 Includes:

  • A table for 10 guests

  • Recognition in the event program and slideshow

  • Tax Deductible Portion: $3,250

PATRON LEVEL SUPPORTER: $1,300
This upgraded ticket not only gives you the full VIP experience, but it is a way to support the AAC's work, all in one fell swoop!

 Patron Ticket Includes:

  • You deeply support the AAC and become part of the Great Ranges Fellowship society

  • Priority seating

  • Recognition in the event program and slideshow

  • An exquisite three-course meal and open bar

  • Access for 2 to the VIP Sunday morning brunch with special guests - 2023 Jannu North Face American Ascent Team - Matt Cornell, Alan Rousseau and Jackson Marvell!

  • Tax Deductible Portion: $1,000

AAC MEMBER TICKET: $225
Includes access to all Annual Gathering events including Send N Social, Saturday Sessions Membership Meeting (climbing sold separately), reception, afterparty, and a delicious three-course meal and open bar at the Gala. For current AAC Members only. 
Tax deductible portion: $50

NON-MEMBER TICKET: $275
Includes access to all Annual Gathering events including Send N Social, Saturday Sessions Membership Meeting (climbing sold separately), reception, afterparty, and a delicious three-course meal and open bar at the Gala.
Tax deductible portion: $75

CONSIDER THIS: An AAC Membership starts at $45/year. Purchase a membership first and come back to buy a Member Ticket for a $5 discount and receive all the amazing benefits that come with an AAC membership: gear discounts, emergency rescue and medical coverage, annual publications, and more! Join today.

GRANT TICKET: $200
Support an AAC volunteer leader or community grassroots organizer by buying them a seat at the Gala. It’s a special way to say thank you and recognize them for all of the time and energy they put into the future of climbing.
Tax deductible portion: $200

Add On Options

THURSDAY EVENT WITH PATAGONIA: $30
Start the Gala weekend right and join the AAC, Farm to Crag, and Patagonia Pasadena on Thursday, April 25th for an evening of friends, fun, & finger foods!
- Special guest appearances & presentations by Gala Award Winners, Keynotes and Patagonia Athletes.
- Limited quantity available; event details will be sent directly to Thursday VIP Dinner ticket holders.

Tax Deductible Portion: $0

SATURDAY SESSIONS CLIMBING: $50
Let the American Alpine Club LA Chapter show you the best climbing in the heart of the city! We will have top ropes and crash pads available for our guests to climb at Stoney Point. There will also be a dedicated guest shuttle from the hotel to the crag and back at the end of the day (leaves the hotel at 8:30am and leaves the crag at 2:30pm).

This sandstone crag is surrounded by many fine boulders and there are some great top rope problems on the walls, and in the canyons. At its best, the rock is fine grained and quite compact, which makes it very kind on the hands and enables long bouldering sessions. There's a lot of variety here and one can put together quite an eclectic cocktail of boulder problems for an excellent training session.
Tax deductible portion: $0

SEND N SOCIAL SHUTTLE: $25
Ride with 50+ other Gala attendees to our annual Send N Social at Stronghold Lincoln Heights on Friday, April 26th! 
A shuttle will leave the hotel at 5:30pm, arriving at the gym at 6pm. When the climbing is over, the shuttle will depart the gym at 8:30pm and return to the hotel by approximately 9pm.

Uber charges $30 one way between these locations–that's $60 total versus our $25 option. Get 50% off, help reduce greenhouse gasses, and create some unforgettable memories with new and old friends alike!
-Tax deductible: $0

FREE RECORDED GALA: $0
After the event ends, we will send you a recording of the Gala so you can experience the magic of the night from your own home!

QUESTIONS?

If you are having any trouble registering or have any questions about the Annual Gathering or Benefit Gala, email Xavier Bravo at [email protected].