Lady in Red Gala 2027: Lois Pope's Masquerade at The Breakers, With Jay Leno and Rita Rudner
LIFE's 33rd annual Lady in Red Gala turns masquerade on Sunday, March 14, at The Breakers Palm Beach, with an evening of comedy, the Palm Beach Symphony and the Danny Beck Band.
Some galas are institutions; the Lady in Red Gala is closer to a tradition with a single, unmistakable author. For more than three decades, the philanthropist Lois Pope has hosted the evening at The Breakers, inviting Palm Beach to dress in red and give generously to the causes her foundation champions. The 33rd edition takes place on Sunday, March 14, 2027, beginning at 6 p.m., and the invitation, issued by "Lois Pope and the Board of LIFE," sets the theme: a masquerade.
The philanthropy behind the red
Lois Pope’s LIFE Foundation supports humanitarian initiatives, with established work involving veterans, animals and children. The Lady in Red Gala is a signature fundraising occasion for that work. Earlier beneficiaries should not be assumed to be the recipients of the 2027 proceeds: the current invitation announces the masquerade and entertainment, while supporters should consult LIFE for this edition’s specific funding arrangements. Explore the organization’s work.
Why this evening matters
The Palm Beach season is dense with galas, but few are so personal. The masquerade theme, which last year's gala also embraced, adds a little mischief to the red, and a comedy bill led by Jay Leno and Rita Rudner suggests a night that will be as much fun as it is generous.
The people and participation
The official 2027 invitation is issued by Lois Pope and the Board of LIFE. It announces Jay Leno and Rita Rudner, alongside live music, dinner and dancing, at The Breakers. This is the advertised program; the Foundation’s reservation office remains the place to confirm a chosen table, sponsorship and final arrangements.
The date and how to take part
2027-03-14 · The Breakers Palm Beach. Read our event guide for the evening’s details and visit the organizer for tickets, tables or admission inquiries. A public event page does not guarantee that tickets remain available or that every package includes the same access.
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