Please join us for the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum’s 32nd annual signature event, the Desert Gala.
Sunday, April 27th, 2025
5:00 p.m. — 9:00 p.m.
In-person, on the grounds of the Desert Museum

This special event will offer local culinary delicacies, craft libations, and up-close visits with some famous animal residents. Browse the unique array of silent auction items, bid on premium live auction items and experiences, and get your chance to win the bronze sculpture raffle!

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A selection of photos from the 2023 event - the live auction, the dinner, and the silent auction

2025 Raffle Prize

Purchase raffle tickets only at the Desert Museum admissions window. Come visit us today!

The drawing for this beautiful bronze sculpture will be on Sunday, April 27, 2025. Tickets are $25 each or 5 for $100.

The Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum is a 501(c)(3) non-profit institution fully dedicated to conservation and research of the Sonoran Desert region. All proceeds from the Desert Gala support the operations, programs, and conservation efforts of the Desert Museum.

A selection of photos from the 2023 event - the live auction, the dinner, and the silent auction
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“During our first visit to the Desert Museum in 1994 we agreed it was the best full spectrum natural history experience we'd ever had - and right here in our own backyard!
We've supported the Museum annually since then and encourage friends and business associates to do the same.”
--Jerry Weinert
& Marni Dittmar