As winter draws to a close at last, here's a look back at highlights from winter benefits across North America. From tropical themes and wintery lighting to bookish centerpieces and an impromptu beach party on the dance floor, these ideas will add some fresh life to your next meeting or event—or to keep your guests feeling warm next winter.
Mirror Ball
Photo: George Pimentel
Jewish Museum's Purim Ball
Photo: Susie Montagna
Redmoon’s Spectacle Lunatique
Photo: Barry Brecheisen for BizBash
Miami Heat Charitable Fund Annual Gala
Photo: Cendino Teme Photography
Botanic Garden Orchid Show Opening and Benefit
Photo: Robin Carlson
MotionBall
Photo: Patrick Thompson
Chicago Botanic Garden's All Aboard Party
Photo: Robin Carlson
National Arts Foundation’s Backyard Ball
Photo: World Red Eye
Museum of Science and Industry’s Black Creativity Gala
Photo: Jenny Berg/BizBash
The Big Give
Photo: Arthur Mola
Walrus Foundation Gala
Photo: Tom Sandler Photography
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Massachusetts Bay's “Big Night”
Photo: David Fox
Chef's Challenge: Battle for a Cure
Photo: Nick Lee/BestOfToronto.net
Book Lover's Ball
Photo: George Pimentel
New World Symphony Gala
Photo: Fabian Giannattassio
Designed for a Cure
Photo: Sonja Garnitschnig
Love & Hope Ball
Photo: Andrew Milne
Lyric Opera's Midwinter Gala
Photo: Aaron Ryskiewicz
Archdioses of Los Angeles Cardinal's Award Dinner 25th Anniversary Celebration
Photo: Sean Twomey/2me Studios