For 37 years, Soirée has benefitted Positive Resource Connection’s vital programs. It stands as the agency's largest annual fundraiser and Fort Wayne's longest-running LGBTQ+ benefit.

SOIRÉE SNAPSHOT

• 300+ guests, including community leaders, professionals, and advocates
• Extensive online silent auction open all week prior to October 4th
• Live auction exclusive to in-person guests on event night
• Gourmet hors d’oeuvres, entertainment, powerful stories
• Private pre-party reception for sponsors and VIP ticket-holders
• Dance the night away with Good Night Gracie!

A CAUSE TO CELEBRATE

Soirée 2025 will make history by surpassing $1 million raised for the Positive Resource Connection! Your attendance and support directly fund HIV care, prevention, and community wellness, ensuring life-changing services for those in need. Expanding access to HIV and Hepatitis C testing, prevention, and education is key to ending new cases in northeast Indiana. You help us make a lasting impact in our community!

EVENT DETAILS

* Soirée 2025 (in-person event) takes place Saturday, October 5th from 7pm-11pm EST (VIP Reception from 6-7pm) at Pearl Street Arts Center (228 Pearl St., Fort Wayne).

* The online auction opens on Friday, September 26th at 3:00pm EST and will close on Saturday, October 4th at 10:00pm EST. 

* Bidding in the online auction is free and open to everyone (no ticket required).

*The live auction will take place exclusively in person during the event on October 5th—only present guests may participate.

*More info on our new location, Pearl Arts Center, coming soon!

For 37 years, Soirée has benefitted Positive Resource Connection’s vital programs. It stands as the agency's largest annual fundraiser and Fort Wayne's longest-running LGBTQ+ benefit.

SOIRÉE SNAPSHOT

• 300+ guests, including community leaders, professionals, and advocates
• Extensive online silent auction open all week prior to October 4th
• Live auction exclusive to in-person guests on event night
• Gourmet hors d’oeuvres, entertainment, powerful stories
• Private pre-party reception for sponsors and VIP ticket-holders
• Dance the night away with Good Night Gracie!

A CAUSE TO CELEBRATE

Your attendance and support directly fund HIV care, prevention, and community wellness, ensuring life-changing services for those in need. Expanding access to HIV and Hepatitis C testing, prevention, and education is key to ending new cases in northeast Indiana. You help us make a lasting impact in our community!

EVENT DETAILS

* Soirée 2025 (in-person event) takes place Saturday, October 4th from 7pm-11pm EST (VIP Reception from 6-7pm) at Pearl Street Arts Center (228 Pearl St., Fort Wayne).

* Attire: "Cocktail Plus" - Dress for celebration! Most guests choose cocktail attire, but you'll see everything from casual to ball gowns. 

* To save time at check-in on Saturday, we recommend every guest register online. Registration is required to participate in ALL the fun on Saturday, October 4th (including the Balloon Pop)! Enter a cell or email in the Welcome box above to get started. 

* The online auction opens on Friday, September 26th at 3:00pm EST and will close on Saturday, October 4th at 10:00pm EST. 

* Bidding in the online auction is free and open to everyone (no ticket required).

*The live auction will take place exclusively in person during the event on October 4th—only present guests may participate.

PEARL STREET ARTS CENTER

Please enter Pearl Street Arts Center from the main entrance at 228 Pearl Street entrance.

NOTE: An antique car show will be taking place on Saturday, October 4th. Some areas of Pearl Street and The Landing may be closed. Maiden Lane to the Pearl Street Arts Center entrance and parking lot will be open.

Where to Park

The Pearl Street Arts Center parking lot (accessible from Maiden Lane) is reserved for guests of Soiree only. Spaces in the 300-348 Main Street lot are also reserved for Soiree guests. Please let the parking attendants know you are supporting Soiree. 

Backup parking is available in the STAR Bank parking garage (paid), or metered/free street parking where marked. 

COMING FROM OUT OF TOWN?

Stay in downtown Fort Wayne at The Bradley, just across the street from Pearl Street Arts Center. Book a room in the Positive Resource Connection block! Make your reservation online or call (260) 205-5093 and request the reservations department (group name: Positive Resource Connection, #5295785). 

Bidding is easier than ever online!  Follow these steps to bid in our auction starting Friday, September 26th at 3:00pm EST: 

1. Start by entering your mobile phone number above. If you're not yet registered, you'll be prompted to do so. 

2. Browse all items by scrolling up and down. You can also filter by category using the MENU button at the top.

3. Tap Bid/Info to place a bid, view item details and bid history. (If this isn't working, make sure you're logged in!)

4. Use Fast Bid to raise the bid by the stated increment. 

5. Use Bid/Set Max to set your max amount and let the system do the bidding for you. 

6. Use the MENU button to see all your current bidding items, filter by winning/losing items. 

7. If you're not ready to place a bid, click the heart icon next to the Bid/Info button to add to your Watching items (you can find these in the menu). 

8. If you are outbid on any item, we will send you a text message letting you know.  

9. Happy bidding!

Bidding is easier than ever online! Follow these steps to bid in our auction starting Friday, September 26th at 3:00pm EST: 

1. Start by entering your mobile phone number above. If you're not yet registered, you'll be prompted to do so. 

2. Browse all items by scrolling up and down. You can also filter by category using the MENU button at the top.

3. Tap Bid/Info to place a bid, view item details and bid history. (If this isn't working, make sure you're logged in!)

4. Use Fast Bid to raise the bid by the stated increment. 

5. Use Bid/Set Max to set your max amount and let the system do the bidding for you. 

6. Use the MENU button to see all your current bidding items, filter by winning/losing items. 

7. If you're not ready to place a bid, click the heart icon next to the Bid/Info button to add to your Watching items (you can find these in the menu). 

8. If you are outbid on any item, we will send you a text message letting you know.  

9. Happy bidding!

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