Red Tie Gala FAQ — Firefighters for Healing

Where is the best place to park?

The Depot has a limited number of $12 parking spaces as they share with the hotel. If you are staying overnight at the hotel, your parking will be included on your room bill. GPS: 136 5th Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55401 for the parking entrance.

Other nearby garages include:
Gateway: 400 S 3rd St, Minneapolis, MN 55415
Municipal: 212 9th Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55415

Will valet be available?

YES for $20 a car! Guests wishing to valet should GPS 136 5th Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55401 and enter The Depot parking lot from the corner of Washington and 5th Avenue. Drive into the lot and stay on street level until you reach the turn about (positioned between the hotel and the ballroom) where you will be greeted by valet staff.

What if I want to use Uber or Lyft?

Guests who use Uber/Lyft will be dropped off on 3rd Avenue at the hotel entrance: 225 3rd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55401

What happens when?

4:30pm - 6:00pm VIP Reception & Silent Auction
5:30pm - General Admission Opens for Silent Auction
6:30pm - Take your seats for Dinner
7:00pm - Dinner is served
7:45pm - Program, Live Auction & Fund-A-Need
8:45pm - Live Entertainment

Will I need cash?

YOU will need cash or check to purchase a $100 RED HOT ticket between 430pm - 630pm for your chance to WIN BIG during the lie auction. We will only sell 200 RED HOT tickets! Here is how it works: Right before the live auction one RED HOT ticket will be pulled and that WINNER can choose ONE of these live auction items as their prize (excluding the Polaris RZR):

TWIN CITIES SUMMER JAM VIP PACKAGE

Jam Out VIP Style at Twin Cities Summer Jam – The Summer’s Hottest New Event on July 23, 24 & 25, 2020 at Canterbury Park in Shakopee where Rock, Pop and Country come together for three epic nights. This Gold VIP Ticket package includes admission for two, VIP parking, drinks, food, access to VIP air conditioned tents, and the best seats in the house! You won’t want to miss this! Valued at $2500.

PRIVATE DINNER FOR 10 WITH CHEF ESERA TUAOLO

Back by popular demand! Former MN Viking, The Voice contestant and famous chef - Esera Tuaolo comes into your home to prepare a private dining experience of a lifetime! You may even be serenaded by his amazing musical talents! Take your dinner party to the next level with Esera and this priceless experience.

NHL PRIVATE HOCKEY SUITE

Kick of the new year in a suite with 19 of your friends by bidding on this NHL Experience of a Lifetime! On Sunday, January 5, 2020 the Minnesota Wild take on the Calgary Flames. Your suite will not only be stocked with food and beverages but also with former NHL alums like Tom Chorske, Ben Hankinson, Matt Hendricks, Ryan Malone, Gordie Roberts, and more. Truly one of the most unique hockey experiences of a lifetime. Valued as priceless.

NAPA PINOT NOIR & CABERNET DREAM WINE COLLECTION

Calling all wine connoisseurs! The collection includes a variety of amazing wines from Napa Valley California, France and Oregon. Full list of wines will be in your program. Valued at $3400.

NIGHT ON THE TOWN AND BREWERY TOUR FOR 12!

Gather up your friends for a brewery tour! Enjoy 4 hours of transportation in a luxury limo bus provided by Vincent-Shoferd Transportation. The brewery tour will start and end at BauHaus Brew Labs in Northeast Minneapolis, and hit 3 other breweries along the tour. Beer included, along with brewery swag, and grub to take onto the limo! What a perfect way to celebrate a birthday or get your group together and enjoy some of Minneapolis’ best breweries! Valued at $2000.

CASA PIAZZA MEXICO VACATION HOME

Enjoy the exclusive oceanfront community of LaPunta Mexico at the luxurious 5 full bedrooms with private balconies & 6.5 baths Casa Piazza for 7 nights in 2020. Valued at $14,500.

NOTE: Silent auction bids done through OneCause will be billed to the credit card you swipe at check in.

What is the LIVE Auction Finale?

You have a chance to bid on this $25,000 RZR XP 1000! Thank you POLARIS for donating an amazing machine, UTVFXGRAPHICS.COM for designing the wrap, STRAIGHTLINE PERFORMANCE for the wrap install and TOUSLEY MOTORSPORTS for the accessories.

Email info@firefightersforhealing.org if you are interested in placing a bid on this ultimate combination of power, suspension and agility. Learn more here.

What is the attire for the event?

As this is the "Red Tie Gala" we highly recommend gentlemen come in a suit or tuxedo with a red tie/bow tie. Ladies are encouraged to wear a red or red accented cocktail dress or gown. Gents, mention Firefighters for Healing at any of Savvi Formalwear’s nine metro locations and receive $50 off any full ensemble rental (some exclusions may apply). Please visit/reserve with them by November 23, 2019. Visit savviformalwear.com to locate a store near you.

Where should we stay?

The Emery - click here or The AC Hotel - click here

Who should I contact if I have questions about the event?

Please email info@firefightersforhealing.org

Who should I contact if I want to donate a silent auction item?