THE 2026 BARRYMORE FILM CENTER GALA
Celebrating the Arts, Education, and Community
Join the Barrymore Film Center for an unforgettable evening celebrating the power of film and live performance to inspire, educate, and connect generations.
Saturday, October 17, 2026
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Barrymore Film Center
1 Park Avenue, Fort Lee, NJ 07024
Join us as we celebrate Fort Lee Mayor Mark Sokolich with our Legacy Builder’s Award, and honor his contributions, passion, and unwavering dedication to the Barrymore Film Center’s mission to preserve the history of film and provide cultural arts experiences to our community.
HONORING MAYOR MARK SOKOLICH
EVENT DETAILS
6:00 - 7:00 pm
OPENING RECEPTION
7:00 - 7:45 pm
GALA PERFORMANCES
7:45 - 10:00 pm
VIP RECEPTION
DOUBLE YOUR IMPACT!
Join the $15,000 Challenge!
In honor of Mark Sokolich’s extraordinary leadership, dedicated Barrymore Film Center Board Members Doris and Edwin Cohen, Nancy Rieger and Armand Pohan, and Ashley Yook-Cafasso are challenging our community to go further.
Your gift now goes twice as far. Every new donation will be matched dollar-for-dollar up to $15,000.
Help us unlock the full match and bring culture and community to even more individuals! Purchase your tickets or make a donation today!
The evening will pay tribute to Barrymore Film Center and Fort Lee’s film and arts legacy.
PURCHASE GALA TICKETS
VIP TICKETS
$350
Includes Opening Reception, VIP Tier seats at the performance, recognition in the digital journal, and access to the post-performance VIP reception.
Deadline for purchasing VIP Tickets is Friday, October 9, 2026.
PREMIER TICKETS
$175
Includes Opening Reception and Premiere Tier seats at the performance.
SPONSOR THE GALA
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ALL SPONSORS RECEIVE THE FOLLOWING:
Inclusion on website and in eblasts promoting the Gala.
Logo and business name showcased in day-of performance publicity and on-site signage.
Guest invitations to special Barrymore Film Center events for one year.
Want to talk about additional Sponsorship opportunities and benefits? Contact: rgold@barrymorefilmcenter.org or 201.585.0601 ×1703
ADVERTISE IN THE DIGITAL JOURNAL
SIZES AND PRICING
Full Page Ad (5”w x 8”h) | $1,500
Half Page Ad (5”w x4”h) | $1,000
Quarter Page Ad (2.5”w x 4”h) | $750
Eighth Page Ad (2.5”w x 2”h) | $375
Business or Personal Listing | $125
REQUIREMENTS
Ads must be submitted at press quality (300dpi).
Accepted formats: .jpg, .png, .pdf
Deadline to submit ads is October 1, 2026.
Need more information about the digital journal?
Contact: rgold@barrymorefilmcenter.org or 201.585.0601 ×1703
DONATE TO OUR AUCTION
Not sure what to donate? See ideas and suggested items below, or contact Robin Gold at rgold@barrymorefimcenter.org or 201.585.0601 ×1703.
Please submit your donation by October 1, 2026.
TRAVEL & EXPERIENCES
Airline tickets, resort packages, upscale hotels, time at vacation homes or condos
Spa & wellness packages; cooking, yoga, or art classes; one-on-one coaching or personal training
Memberships and guest invitations to cultural institutions, private clubs, exclusive experiences
COLLECTIBLES & DECOR
Works of art (paintings, sculptures, photography)
Rare or autographed film, TV, theatre, or sports memorabilia
Vases, picture frames, small appliances, decorative furniture
Children’s toys and games, sporting goods, bicycles or scooters
LIFESTYLE & ENTERTAINMENT
Tickets to professional or college sports games and matches; live theatre and music performances
Passes for amusement parks, outdoor attractions, escape rooms, sports experiences
Gift certificates for gourmet restaurants, wine tastings, private chef’s dinners
Donations are tax deductible as allowed by law.
