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ILADEF Gala Dinner and Auction

Saturday, October 24, 2026
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM (EDT)
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ILADEF GALA: A New Season of Hope!

Mark your calendar for the ILADEF Gala: A New Season of Hope on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 6:00–10:00 PM at the Hyatt Regency Dulles in Herndon, Virginia. Join colleagues, friends, and supporters for an inspiring evening featuring a cocktail reception, dinner, silent and live auctions, and dancing to the high-energy sounds of Groovalicious! The evening’s auction will be overseen by Sherry Truhlar of Red Apple Auctions, bringing her energy and expertise to this special night—all in support of ILADEF’s mission to advance Lyme disease education and research.

Tickets are $250 through October 21, and a range of sponsorship opportunities are available for individuals, practices, organizations, and corporate partners looking to make a lasting impact. Sponsorships include valuable recognition before and during the event, along with opportunities to showcase your commitment to advancing Lyme disease education and research. If you’re unable to attend, donations are also welcome and directly support ILADEF’s mission.

We hope you’ll join us for an unforgettable evening of celebration, generosity, dancing, and hope!

Questions? Contact conference@ilads.org.
Credits Price
ILADEF Gala Dinner Ticket - Saturday, October 24
Ticket for the ILADEF Gala Fundraiser, which includes a wonderful evening of dinner, dancing and auction!
$250.00
Credits Price
$1,000 Sponsorship
Friend of ILADEF includes: Name listed on website and program, and seating for 2.
$1,000.00
$2,500 Sponsorship
Bronze Sponsor includes: Name listed on website and program, seating for 2, and slideshow recognition.
$2,500.00
$5,000 Sponsorship
Silver Sponsorship includes: Logo on website and shared signage, seating for 4, name in program, and slideshow recognition.
$5,000.00
$10,000 Sponsorship
Gold Sponsor includes: Logo on signage & website, reserved table for 8, quarter-page ad, verbal event recognition, and social media mentions.
$10,000.00
$15,000 Sponsorship
Platinum Sponsor includes: Featured logo placement, preferred seating for 8, half-page ad, social media spotlight, on-stage recognition, and 6-month visibility on ILADEF website.
$15,000.00
$25,000 Sponsorship
Innovation Sponsor includes: Premier logo placement, speaking opportunity, VIP table for 8, full-page program ad, branded gift option, recognition in media & socials, plus year-long visibility on ILADEF website.
$25,000.00
$50,000 Sponsorship (limited to one)
Visionary Circle includes: Premier Table for 8 (center front), VIP check-in & liaison, featured logo placement, full-page ad, event recognition, extended Silent Auction access, and highlights in ILADS newsletter & socials.
$50,000.00

Hyatt Regency Dulles
2300 Dulles Corner Boulevard
Herndon, VA 20171

Group room rate: $179

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Last day to book: September 28 (rooms may sell out before this date)

The hotel is accessible by free shuttle from the airport or by Metro (closest stop is Innovation Center on the Silver Line).

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Gala Reception Donation Form