VINEart Gala & Auction 2026
Cocktail Reception | 6 PM – 7 PM
Program | 7 PM – 11 PM
Our goal this year is to raise $333,000! Funds raised will support YWCA Banff’s residential programs including emergency shelter, transitional housing, affordable housing, and counselling services. A portion of funds will support our Higher Ground Project, YWCA Banff’s plan to build a new facility in Canmore to increase our capacity to deliver critical services to our community.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Are you looking to go above and beyond in supporting YWCA Banff at VINEart? Take a look at our sponsorship package to explore opportunities: Sponsorship Package 2026
For more information, reach out to Salina McNamara at or 403-996-2997 for more information.
Event Tickets
Tickets go on sale Tuesday, November 25th at 10:00 AM (MST)
Single Ticket: $495
Full Table (10 people): $4,750
Half Table (6 people): $2,850
There is the possibility that tickets may become available over the coming months.
You can email to join our ticket waitlist. Should tickets become available, we’ll reach out to those on the list in the order requests were received.
VINEart Online Auction
Coming soon! The auction is open to the public and will close on Saturday, March 14th at 10 PM (MST).
Volunteer for VINEart
Calling all volunteers! We’re looking for volunteers to help out with various shifts for the VINEart Gala and Auction. Learn more and sign up here.
2026 VINEart Sponsors
Coming Soon!
Frequently Asked Questions
- How Does the Silent Auction Work?
When you arrive at VINEart Gala & Auction, register your cellphone number at the registration table. You will then receive a link by text message to our online silent auction portal – Givergy.
You will be able to view and bid on silent auction items using your cellphone.
Please note, it is recommended you bring a cellphone to the event.
- Fairmont Banff Spring Hotel - Room Rates & How to Book
Room Rates
Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel has generously provided a discounted room rate for VINEart Gala & Auction 2026.
Discounted Rate: Starting at $325.00 per room (per night) + taxes (No resort fees apply) Subject to availability.
Check-in Time: 4:00 p.m. MST
Check-out Time: 12:00 noon MST
How to Book Rooms at the Discounted Rate
To book a room at the discounted rate please call Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel at (403) 762-6866 and mention you are booking a room for YWCA Banff’s VINEart Gala & Auction.
- Parking & Directions
For Guests staying at the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel:
Guests have the option of self-parking at $39.00 per night or valet parking at $59.00 per day.
For guests NOT staying at the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel:
Guests can park in the parkade where there is a $13.00 per hour charge or they can valet park their vehicle for a $50 charge.
Directions
Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel
405 Spray Avenue
Banff AB
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This years theme takes inspiration from Botticelli’s, Birth of Venus. VINEart Gala & Auction is a black tie optional event. We invite our guests to indulge in the decadence of pearls, the lightness of spring flowers, and rich, colourful tapestries at this year’s event.
- Dietary Restrictions
If you or someone at your table has dietary restrictions or allergies, please refer to the online guest registration form that you received at time of ticket purchase and update your preferences.
Be sure to update this information before January 24th, 2026, so that we can accommodate any needs.
- Non-Alcoholic Pairing Option
Sauvage Restaurant is generously curating an elevated non-alcoholic pairing experience for VINEart guests.
If you or someone at your table would prefer non-alcoholic pairings, please refer to the online guest registration form that you received at time of ticket purchase and update your preferences.
Be sure to update this information before January 24th, 2026, so that we can accommodate any needs.
- Can I Pay with Cash?
Cash, debit cards, and credit cards are accepted.
- Tax Deductible Portion of VINEart Tickets
- Accessibility
The difference in my emotional state from the time I arrived, to the time I left, was a full circle. It was so wonderful to have a clean, quiet, safe place to heal, but the thing I appreciate the most was having the counsellors to speak to. You truly changed my life for the better, now and for the future.Former Client
For more information about sponsorship opportunities please download our sponsor package here, or contact Salina McNamara at or 403-996-2997.
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