Black & White Gala 2025

Photos from the Gala 2025

Relive the Magic!

Thanks to your generosity and presence, we raised critical funds to uplift the LGBTQ+ community. Your energy made it a night to remember.

The Black & White Ball is the LGBTQ Center Long Beach’s premier annual gala held during Pride Month at Hotel Maya.

Get ready for an unforgettable evening of elegance, pride, and purpose at the 2025 Black & White Ball, the LGBTQ Center Long Beach’s premier annual gala—now returning to its iconic Pride Month celebration at Hotel Maya.

Join us as we come together to celebrate the strength and resilience of our LGBTQ+ community while honoring outstanding individuals with our prestigious Icon Awards. These awards recognize local champions who have made a lasting impact through their leadership, advocacy, and unwavering commitment to equity.

Silent Auction / Award Presentation

Event Schedule & Locations

5:00 PM – 6:00 PM | VIP Cocktail Hour – Jardin de Palmeras

6:00 PM – 7:00 PM | General Cocktail Hour – Lagunita Pavilion

7:00 PM – 9:30 PM | Black & White Gala Program – Lagunita Pavilion

A silent auction will take place during the General Cocktail Hour at the Lagunita Pavilion.

Address

700 Queensway Drive
Long Beach, CA 90802
562.435.7676

Room

Lagunita Pavilion

Parking & Registration
Complimentary valet parking will be available at the hotel entrance for all guests.

Check-In Reminder

After 6:00 PM, all guest check-in will be located at the Lagunita Pavilion.
A credit card will be required at check-in for participation in the silent auction, paddle raise, and centerpiece bid.
Please also ensure your contact information is up to date to help us provide a smooth check-in process and to ensure you receive an accurate donation receipt following the event.

Attire

Traditional black and white attire is encouraged. However, guests are welcome to dress in a way that best reflects their style.

Award Honorees of 2025

Advocate Icon ward
McKinley Isamu “Isa” Quiroz Rached
Founder of It’s a Drag to Give

Community Icon Award
Sabreena
Legendary Drag Queen

Political Icon Award
Councilwoman Megan Kerr
District 5 | City of Long Beach

Ally Icon Award
Maribel Reynoso Blunt Esq.
Solo/Small Firm Chair
Women Lawyers Association of Los Angeles (WLALA)

Unforgettable Celebration of inclusivity and equality

The Black & White Gala stands as the Long Beach Center’s premier annual fundraiser, playing a pivotal role in sustaining the LGBTQ Center Long Beach’s culturally responsive programs and services that advocate for equality among LGBTQIA+ individuals.

It is imperative to emphasize that all proceeds from this event directly contribute to supporting the Center’s mission, benefiting over 10,000 clients who rely on its crucial services annually. The Black & White Gala promises a night to remember, welcoming guests to partake in an elegant, exciting, and engaging evening dedicated to supporting and celebrating the LGBTQIA+ community. Your participation is not only appreciated but also instrumental in fostering a more inclusive and equitable society.