Don’t miss out on this exciting night of fun and philanthropy. Buy your tickets now at and invite your friends for a night of French Riviera style glitz, glamour, gaming and giving back!
The Monte Carlo Gala promises to be a grand, sophisticated, and entertaining evening. Once again, our Gala committee and SAMA staff have planned a fabulous event hosted from 6:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m. We encourage our guests to wear fashionable formal attire, ala South of France, black tie – if you choose. The evening will include a Monte Carlo casino, elegant décor, live music, dining, cocktails, and dancing. The auctions will feature dream vacations, excursions, overnight stays, sculptures, and other wonderful items. Our celebrity blackjack dealers will guide you through the games, and with each win, you’ll earn chips that can be redeemed for amazing prizes! The Casino will be open all evening and players can use their winnings to buy beautiful, bountiful gift baskets; the silent auction will offer unique shopping fun. Featured local vendors are spirits from Excise Distillery, gourmet cuisine by Altoona Grand Hotel, and live music by Uptown Jazz.
This annual event benefits Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art (SAMA) and our exceptional programs, numerous changing exhibitions, and award-winning educational experiences. SAMA’s Gala is one of four signature fundraisers and provides critical support to the Museum.