Junior League of Wilmington previews ‘Cheers for Children’ charity gala

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The Junior League of Wilmington is getting ready for this year’s Cheers for Children charity gala.

The charity gala will benefit the League’s community initiatives and support local children’s organizations.

The event will take place at Pine Valley Country Club on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Organizers said Cheers for Children will bring together community members for an elegant evening of giving and celebration.

The event will begin with a social hour from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., followed by dinner and dancing from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. featuring live music from Port City Rockers.

The evening will also include a cash bar and silent auction.

Guests are encouraged to embrace the evening’s black tie dress code and to bring a new doll or stuffed animal to donate.

These items will be distributed to children through partner organizations across the Wilmington community, helping bring comfort and joy to local youth in need.

Tickets for Cheers for Children are $75 per person and can be purchased here.

Proceeds from Cheers for Children will support the Junior League of Wilmington’s mission of advancing women’s leadership for meaningful community impact through volunteer action, collaboration, and training.

For more information about Cheers for Children or the Junior League of Wilmington, visit wilmingtonnc.jl.org.