What is the Gala in the Garden?

We are thrilled to invite you to Save the Date for this year’s Gala in the Garden: Atelier After Dark. On May 2, we will gather in the Gillette Garden to celebrate a year of learning, creativity, and connection at Sabot.

Families often describe the Gala as a chance to reconnect with the heart of the community. An artistic celebration of all things Sabot–it’s a moment to pause from the daily rhythm of school life, reflect on what our children have been exploring and creating, and spend time together with the adults who make this community so special. The evening is designed as a true night out, with delicious food, live music and dancing, and live and silent auctions, all set in the beauty of the garden.

This year’s theme, 
Atelier After Dark: A Gallery in the Garden, offers a sophisticated, twinkling take on the art studio central to The Sabot Approach. As the light shifts from day to evening, the garden will transform into an immersive gallery experience, featuring student work from Sabot’s Atelier alongside artwork from Richmond-area artists.

More than a memorable evening, the Gala is Sabot’s foundational fundraiser, supporting 
The Sabot Stronger Fund. This vital annual fund provides unrestricted support for tuition assistance, faculty professional development, student-driven curriculum, and our shared learning spaces, ensuring that children’s ideas and work continue to thrive.

 Tickets go on sale March 20, 2026

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  • When does the Gala start?


    There will be a VIP hour from 5:00 - 6:30 p.m., and the Gala Celebration will be from 6:30 - 10:30 p.m.


  • What should I wear?

    Elevated artistic flair. Think textures, layered fabrics, sculptural jewelry, jewel tones, and unexpected details. Gallery opening meets evening elegance.

5:00–6:30 P.M. |  Sabot Main House


Elevate your gala evening with an exclusive VIP Hour experience hosted by Salt & Acid, one of Richmond’s premier cocktail catering and mixology teams, featuring local celebrated bartenders and mixology experts.  This intimate pre-event gathering will take place from 5:00–6:30 PM in the Sabot Main House and offers guests a behind-the-bar experience before the main festivities begin.


What VIP Guests Will Enjoy:


  • A live cocktail demonstration led by a professional bartender
  • Insight into mixology techniques, tools, and the craft behind great cocktails
  • Two handcrafted signature cocktails and a non-alcoholic option.
  • A relaxed, elegant setting with limited attendance for a more personal experience


Unlike a standard open bar, this is an interactive experience — guests will not only enjoy beautifully crafted cocktails but also learn the artistry behind them.


$200 per ticket |  45 tickets available

INTERESTED IN BECOMING A SPONSOR?

Fill out the Sponsorship form below and email it to development@sabotschool.org

Download Sponsorship Form

All proceeds directly benefit our students when supporting The Sabot Stronger Fund.

The Sabot Stronger Fund is comprised of all unrestricted contributions to the school through annual giving, the annual auction, and other small fundraising activities. Sabot at Stony Point is a 501(c)(3) organization. All gifts are tax-deductible according to Internal Revenue Service regulations. Sabot’s federal identification number is 54-0804640.