Arts & Minds Gala Dinner
Arts & Minds Gala Dinner
We created the Arts & Minds Gala Dinner to shine a light on the vital role that art can play in developing children's resilience and their connections with each other. The luxury event takes place every two years and features:
a champagne drinks reception
a three-course dinner
fine arts
spectacular entertainment
a silent auction.
To register your interest in our next Arts & Minds Gala Dinner or for more information on how to get involved, get in touch at philanthropy@place2be.org.uk.
Arts & Minds Gala Dinner 2026
On 18 June 2026, we held our third Arts & Minds Gala Dinner, sponsored by LAVA Advisory Partners, in the beautiful surroundings of Smith Square Hall in Westminster. The evening was hosted by renowned actor and Place2Be supporter David Harewood OBE and featured stunning live musical performances from:
the Royal Ballet and Opera Jette Parker Artists Programme
pupils from Lady Margaret School choir, one of Place2Be’s partner schools
acclaimed swing band Jazzbomb.
During the evening, artist and Place2Be Champion Xavier Laurent Leopold revealed a spectacular artwork created in collaboration with pupils from Surrey Square Primary School, which was exclusively auctioned at the event.
Arts & Minds 2026 was a resounding success, raising an incredible £382,000 for children and young people's mental health. We are hugely grateful to all our generous sponsors and supporters.
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Arts & Minds Gala 2024
On 13 June 2024, we held our second-ever Arts & Minds Gala Dinner at Battersea Arts Centre. The event was hosted by actor Alistair Petrie, star of Netflix's hit show Sex Education. The night featured performances from:
- Kate Melua
- Laura Wright
- students from our partner schools.
- Guests were also treated to the live creation of a spectacular artwork by contemporary artist LUAP.
Our 2024 gala was a great success, raising an incredible £308,000 for children and young people's mental health. We are deeply grateful to our sponsors, Marshall Wace, Bloomberg, and the Sadie Sherman Gallery, for their generous support. We extend our heartfelt thanks to all who donated and supported this special evening.
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Arts & Minds Gala 2022
We held our first Place2Be Arts & Minds Gala Dinner on 12 October 2022 at the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA). Our wonderful Place2Be Ambassadors Kate Silverton and Rhys Stephenson hosted the evening. Guests enjoyed exclusive appearances from:
- The Joe Stilgoe Trio
- poet Zohab Zee Khan
- artist Ricky Martin.
Guests also heard the stories of students from some of our Place2Be partner schools. Arts & Minds Gala Dinner 2022 raised over £275,000.
Our Art Room team specialise in using art to support and enhance children and young people’s wellbeing. The team creates projects that offer space to explore a wellbeing theme through creative art activities, stories, and conversation.
Activities from the Art Room
Register your interest in Arts & Minds!
If you're interested in finding out more about our Arts & Minds Gala Dinner, get in touch with our team by emailing philanthropy@place2be.org.uk.
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