35th Anniversary La Dolce Notte / 2026 Annual Gala

Benefitting the Coral Gables Community Foundation’s Scholarship Program & Endowment

Inspired by the glamour and charm of an Italian evening, La Dolce Notte: 35th Anniversary Gala takes place on Friday, October 16th at 7:00 p.m. at the Loews Coral Gables Hotel. The black-tie event features a silent auction, music by Danny Beck Entertainment, and recognition of this year’s honorees.

Date: Friday, October 16, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Cocktail Reception | Dinner & Awards Program | Live Entertainment

Location: Loews Coral Gables Hotel
2950 Coconut Grove Drive

Attire
Black Tie

Gala Co-Chairs
Brian & Nicole Goldmeier
Cozy & Jorge Salazar

2026 Gala Honorees

Education Legacy Award: The Honorable Donna E. Shalala

Philanthropy Legacy Award: Rudy & Lydia Touzet

Arts & Culture Legacy Award: Orville “Shaggy” Burrell

Community Legacy Award: Jorge Gonzalez

For more information contact Jessica Cachaldora, events@gablesfoundation.org

Coral Gables Community Foundation is a §501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. All contributions are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. A copy of the official registration and financial information may be obtained from the Division of Consumer Services by calling toll free within the State. Registration does not imply endorsement, approval, or recommendation by the State. The toll-free number is 1-800-435-7352. Registration No. CH2160.