Preview Gala 2020 | MTL Auto Show’s Great Pre-Opening Party
The Charity Preview Gala — the prestigious pre-opening celebration of the annual Montreal International Auto Show — is back for its 16th edition on Thursday, January 16, starting at 6:30 PM at the Palais des congrès de Montréal.
Along with actor Pierre-François Legendre returning as the spokesperson for the 5th consecutive year; representatives from the automobile industry from around the nation, artists, media, trendsetters, the business community as well car fanatics, all gather for this annual fundraiser to support 6 hospital foundations from the Greater Montreal Area.
This Gala grants an exclusive VIP access to the Auto Show before the public, in a festive and exceptional atmosphere, with an array of live musical performances and entertainment.
Some of the high points to enjoy on the menu: thematic food stations, oyster bar, wines and beer, and a handful of surprises such as the highly-sought gift bag containing the popular 2020 Auto Guide.
Since it premiered in 2005, the Charity Preview Gala has donated more than $8 million to the health care community, with an extraordinary amount of $1,024,289 in 2019 to benefit 6 hospital foundations from the Greater Montreal Area.
Here is what you need to know about the 2020 Charity Preview Gala:
Date: Thursday, January 16, 2020
Time: 6:30 PM door opening and welcome cocktail
Location: Palais des congrès de Montreal (exhibition levels 2, 5 and 7) | 201, Viger Avenue West, Montreal, QC H2Z 1X7
Tickets: $230 (including $60 donation income tax receipt)
- A VIP access to the 2020 Montreal International Auto Show
- Thematic food stations, open bar of bubbles, wine, beer and delicious cocktails
- A chance to win one of the door prizes
- A silent auction
- A gift bag — containing the Guide de l’Auto 2020 — offered to all the guests at the end of the evening
Tickets can be purchased online at apb.salonautomontreal.com or from any of the following foundations:
Cité de la Santé Foundation | Hôpital Pierre-Boucher Foundation | Institut de gériatrie de Montréal Foundation | Montreal Heart Institute Foundation | Montréal Sacré-Coeur Hospital Foundation | Santa Cabrini Foundation
Dress Code: Formal wear mandatory
Age: Reserved for individuals 18 years of age and over
Website: apb.salonautomontreal.com
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Photos credit: APB
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