Image Courtesy of Barry Brecheisen
From Christmas tree lighting ceremonies to winter charity galas, December is the ideal month for events to honor gracious charities as well as bond with loved ones. End 2017 as fabulously as possible with the most luxurious and festive events from around the world.
-Amber Lyons
WINE RIOT, NEW YORK CITY
December 1
Wine lovers everywhere can kick off the month by tasting some of the world’s best wines at this NYC expo.
Learn more here.
SALON DU CHEVAL, PARIS
November 25 – December 3
Anticipating over 150,000 visitors, you don’t want to miss this “extraordinary world of Western riding” in its third year.
Learn more here.
CRYSTAL CHARITY BALL, DALLAS
December 2
This elegant Southern ball raises funds for local children’s charities such as Big Brothers Big Sisters of Long Star, Children’s Medical Center Foundation, Hunger Busters, Autism Treatment Center, and many more.
Learn more here.
NAUTIC BOAT SHOW, PARIS
December 3-10
Nautic Paris Boat Show – Image Courtesy of SailingEurope
Experience some of the world’s most refined and extravagant boats gathered at the Porte de Versailles.
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MICHAEL STORRINGS SIGNINGS, NYC
Sundays December 3 – December 17
Meet Michael Storrings, the artist who “captures the special essences of the seasons and cities”, and purchase exclusive gifts from his collection at The Plaza Boutique. This will take place from 11 AM to 5 PM on Sundays.
Learn more here.
PARK AVENUE TREE LIGHTING, NEW YORK CITY
December 3
Outside of the Rockafeller Tree Lighting in November, this lighting will eliminate Manhattan’s Upper East Side, between 54th Street and 96th Street, to serve as a reminder of the sacrifices of World War II and to symbolize peace
Learn more here.
CHARITY BALL AT THE MET
December 4
Celebrate those who have provided clean water to Cambodia and Ethiopia at “The Temple of Dendur” of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
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MIAMI ART BASEL
December 7-10
Showcasing artists from around the globe, Art Basel in Miami Beach is the place to truly appreciate unique, contemporary masterpieces.
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PULSE GALA, NYC
December 8
Honoring cardiovascular research and public help, this gala will take place at the Plaza Hotel’s Grand Ballroom. All proceeds will go toward the Cardiovascular Research Foundation (CRF).
Learn more here.
GLOBAL GIFT GALA, DUBAI
December 8
Benefiting Dubai Cares, The Eva Longoria Foundation, and Global Gift Foundation, this event will be hosted by philanthropist Maria Bravo. Global Gifter recipients have included Sara Jessica Parker, Vanessa Williams, and Luke Evans.
Learn more here.
NEW YORK BOTANICAL GARDEN’S WINTER WONDERLAND BALL, NYC
December 9
Supporting children’s educational program, this black-tie event has attracted guests such as Anne Hathaway, Georgina Bloomberg, Tinsley Mortimer, and more.
Learn more here.
RADIO CITY MUSIC HALL CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR, NYC
November 23 – January 1
View the legendary Rockettes at New York City’s very own Radio City Music Hall.
Learn more here.
DAVID H. KOCH THE NUTCRACKER, NYC
November 24 – December 31
David H Koch The Nutcracker – Image Courtesy of Andrea Mohin
Experience one of the most monumental ballet and musical compositions at the world-renowned David H. Koch theatre.
Learn more here.
