Event Details

 

Date: Saturday, March 29, 2026

Time: Doors 7:30 PM – 11:30 PM

Venue: Fort Lauderdale Woman’s Club & Gardens, 20 S. Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

Dress Code: Black-tie optional / Cocktail

Evening Highlights:

  • Signature event amidst our historic home & gardens
  • Gourmet dinner stations, signature cocktails and fine wines
  • Live entertainment & dancing under the tent
  • Silent auction of curated luxury experiences

 



 

The Heart Behind the Evening

  • Since 1911, the Woman’s Club has been a cornerstone of civic leadership, cultural enrichment and historic preservation in downtown Fort Lauderdale. From establishing the city’s first library and Girl Scout troop, to serving as a wartime Red Cross headquarters and playing a vital role in our city’s development, our Club is woven into the very fabric of the community by the acclaimed architect August Geiger in the Mediterranean Revival Style. The building was dedicated in May 1917.

  • In 1917, members began gathering books, housing them in members’ homes. By 1925 the club turned over a collection of 1200 books to the city to begin today’s public library system.

  • As years went by it was the first Red Cross headquarters and was used as a servicemen’s canteen during World War II. Members sold so many war bonds that a plane was named in the club’s honor. In the 1940’s during WWII, our members sold so many War Bonds that a pursuit plane was named the “Fort Lauderdale Woman’s Club.”

  • During the 1970s, the club became charter members of Broward County Pioneer Days and also a charter member of Special Olympics of Broward County, which was founded to help mentally and physically challenged individuals find a more productive life.

  • Today, our clubhouse has received historic designation. We continue to work tirelessly to preserve this most significant building in the heart of downtown Fort Lauderdale. Now over 100 years of age, the Fort Lauderdale Woman’s Club continues their many missions, giving back to the community with a tag line of “a century of citizenship.”

Why Your Support Matters

Now, as we look ahead to the next chapter, we invite you to celebrate our club’s legacy and help build the future. With a fundraising goal of $400,000, proceeds from the Spring Soirée will support the launch of our 2 Million Capital Campaign for vital building updates (kitchen restoration, new windows, ceiling refresh, floor refinishing, mortgage pay-down) and the establishment of our Club Endowment to ensure the Woman’s Club continues thriving for generations to come.

  • Buy your ticket: Secure your seat (or VIP table) and enjoy a spectacular evening of luxury, purpose and impact.

  • Become a sponsor: Explore our sponsorship tiers and claim exclusive naming rights, recognition, and benefits.

  • Donate an auction item: Submit in-kind gifts, travel packages, art, and experiences to grace our silent auction.

  • Spread the word: Share your ticket purchase and sponsorship commitment on social media; help us share the story of this landmark institution and rally broad support.