Ladies Gala moves from fall to spring, set for May 8

The Annual Ladies Piccadilly Gala, an exciting fundraising event for the Downtown Branson Betterment Association, is set for May 8.

Traditionally held in the fall, this fun event for the ladies of the Branson community has been moved to the spring, to make it more convenient for those attending.

"There is so much competition for events and holiday parties in the fall, that we have been talking about moving the Piccadilly Gala to the spring for some time, but decided this year would be the year to try and make the move," explained Jessica Luthardt, Director of the DBBA. "We are hoping more ladies will be able to attend."

This is the 18th year for the Ladies Piccadilly Gala fundraiser, and this year's theme is Southwestern Soiree.

Other than the date change, the popular event will remain much the same as in years past.

Said Luthardt, "From 5:30 to 6:30 is the silent auction; 6:30 to 7:15 is dinner; and 7:15 to 9:00 is the live auction, with Emcees Stan Bess of KY3 and Jim Barber of The Barber Shop."

Entertainment for the evening will be provided by DJ Dave Lawrence.

The Ladies Piccadilly Gala will be held on Thursday, May 8, at the Branson Convention Center.

For tickets or more information, contact Jessica by phone at 417-334-1548 or via email at admin@downtownbranson.org.

"Funds raised from the Piccadilly go to our promotion and marketing of Historic Downtown Branson and hosting great events in downtown," Luthardt explained.