Event Location and Time

The pre-show cocktails and seated dinner will be held under a large tent at 52 Castle Street, the site of the former freight yard. 

Cocktails begin at 5pm; dinner will be seated at 6pm. 

Following the dinner, paddle raise, and dessert, guests will move to the Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center located at 14 Castle Street, a short walk from 52 Castle Street. Transportation will be available for those who need assistance 

Tickets to the 8pm show will be provided in your Gala packet when you check in at the reception tent at 52 Castle Street. 

Parking

Gala Platinum and Diamond Ticket Holders:

Platinum Sponsors ($15,000 table) and their guests may park in the reserved parking areas at:  

  • Freight yard parking, 52 Castle Street, Great Barrington, MA 01230 (Grass lot)
  • Great Barrington Train Station, 46-50 Castle Street, Great Barrington, MA 01230  

Diamond Sponsors ($12,000 table) and their guests, and Diamond Ticket buyers ($1,500 tickets) may park in the reserved areas at:  

  • Great Barrington Train Station, 46-50 Castle Street, Great Barrington, MA 01230  
  • Great Barrington Town Hall, 334 Main Street, Great Barrington, MA 01230

Gala Ruby Ticket Holders:

Gala Ruby Sponsors ($6,000 table) and their guests, and Gala Ruby Ticket buyers ($750 tickets) may park in the designated parking areas at:  

  • Iredale Mineral Cosmetics Distribution Center, 50 Church Street, Great Barrington, MA 01230
  • Iredale Mineral Cosmetics Administrative Parking, 51 Church Street, Great Barrington, MA 01230

Gala Pearl Ticket Holders and 8PM Show-Only Ticket Holders:

Gala Pearl Ticket Holders ($500 tickets) and 8pm Show-Only Ticket Holders: 

  • Public parking lots are also available within walking distance of the theater. View the town’s public parking guide and find directions to the theater here.  

Gala Dinner Attendee Accessible Parking:

Accessible Parking for Gala Dinner Attendees If you require a reserved accessible parking space, please contact Brenna Hull at bhull@mahaiwe.org or 413-644-9040 x107.  For those that are unable to use the stairs from the Gala tent to the theater, a vehicle will be provided to transport them.

For Your Comfort

Appropriate footwear is recommended for walking on the grassy field. We encourage you to dress appropriately for the summer weather. Festive attire with layers for the outside portion of the evening and the ability to add or remove layers while inside the theater is recommended.Weather-appropriate climate control will be utilized to ensure an atmosphere that is as comfortable as possible. 

Food & Beverages

The Old Inn on The Green is preparing a delicious meal. Gluten-free/vegetarian options will be available for those with dietary restrictions. Please inform your waiter if you require this option.  

For the pre-show reception, a bar will be available for drinks, and an assortment of hors d’oeuvres will be passed.  

A signature cocktail, the Indigo Gimlet, will be available along with wine, beer, non-alcoholic, and mocktail options.