Humane Indiana’s Annual Gala is our largest and most unforgettable fundraiser of the year: a high-energy celebration of compassion, community, and rock & roll.
Important Event Information
Time/Date: 5-9 pm on Saturday, March 21, 2026
Location: Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana, 5400 West 29th Ave, Gary, IN 46406
Attire: Cocktail Attire/Black Tie Optional; Rock & Roll-themed costumes welcome!
Bar: Complimentary beer and wine, cash bar for hard liquor
Check-in: Upon arrival, approach the box office area near the entrance of Hard Rock LIVE and give your name to receive your table assignment.
To expedite the check in process, please register your name, mobile phone number, and email address at www.HIGala.givesmart.com. Get started: text HIGala to 76278.
Schedule:
5 pm - Doors Open
6:30 pm - Dinner Service & Program Begin
Presentation of the 2026 Humane Hero Awards
Presentation of the 2026 Thomas Ray Crowel Humanitarian Award
Heads or Tails Game - Enter to Win a Samsung 65” TV
7:30 pm - Silent Auction Closes | BROWSE & BID HERE
Mission Moments & Fund the Need Paddle Raise
8:30 pm - Liquor Extravaganza Winner Announced
8:50 pm - Closing Remarks
Just a Few Seats Left - Secure Yours Today!
Tickets are $175 each and include admission, dinner, drinks, puppy and kitten cuddles, inspiring program and awards, and more!
Can’t Attend? You Can Still Participate in the Silent Auction!
Participants must be 18+ to bid and 21+ for items containing alcohol. Winning bidders are required to complete payment for items secured. Items not claimed at the event shall be picked up within two week at Humane Indiana Resale, 8149 Kennedy Ave., Highland, IN 46322. Unpaid balances will be charged to the card on file on event night.
Browse & Bid Now!
Don’t miss your chance to win incredible experiences, dining, travel, art, and more - all while supporting Humane Indiana! Browse packages, place bids, and help save animals!
Our Sponsors ROCK!
Thank you to our hall of fame sponsors
Thank you to our Multiplatinum sponsors
Thank you to our Diamond sponsors
Thank you to our Silver sponsors
3 Floyds Brewing
Arbor View Animal Hospital
Centier Bank
Chesterton Feed & Garden Center
Crowel Agency Inc.
Digs Dog Care
Edward Jones–Douglas Lewis
Emergency Veterinary Care Centers
First Merchants Corporation
Martha & R. Louie Gonzalez
Grimmer Construction
Indiana Beverage
Jeff Dettlo Springer Realty
Kathy’s Florist
Mark Machnic
Oak Partners
Strack & Van Til
Tauber Law Offices
Learn more about sponsorship opportunities: email info@humaneindiana.org.