Soirée Jazz - Fundraising Gala & Auction 2026

✨ Our Annual Fundraising Gala returns to the iconic Rainier Club on October 17, 2026! ✨

Step into the vibrant glow of our Soirée Jazz, where joie de vivre is celebrated in every note, every toast, and every shared moment. This lively evening captures the pleasure of gathering well, with music flowing, glasses raised, and joy generously exchanged.

Join us in celebrating our global mission through an unforgettable night of spirited jazz, elegant style, and thoughtfully crafted cuisine. As the rhythm builds, so does our collective impact, transforming celebration into meaningful support for a cause that truly matters.

Your presence, your generosity, and your enthusiasm help turn this festive night into real action, while the atmosphere inspires connection, creativity, and a love of living fully.

Get ready to celebrate and enjoy a FABULOUS evening together.

Support us: Donate or Bid in our Online Auction!


Make a Donation

Make a donation to support our cultural events, our scholarship program, and our campus renovation:

DONATE
DONATE

Bid in our Online Auction

Bid and win fun experiences while directly supporting the Alliance Française's mission!
Special giveaway prize: Place at least 1 bid for a chance to win a $250 gift card to Mirabelle bakery.

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Program of Festivities

Saturday, October 17, 2026

5:30PM - 10:30PM
Rainier Club, Seattle

Reception: Silent Auction, Wine Pull, Raffle & Live Performance!
Seated Dinner: Live Auction, Raise the Paddle & Music!
Music, Dancing and Mingling

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ONLINE AUCTION

October 9 - 18
Bid on unique experiences, cultural treasures, and exclusive items, all while supporting French-language education and culture!

SILENT AUCTION

Mingle with our Francophile community and bid on exclusive artwork while sipping on a glass of champagne!

WINE PULL

Choose a random wine bottle for a chance to take a fancy vintage home!


GOLDEN TICKET

The winner gets to pick their favorite Live Auction item!
$50/ticket, max 50 tickets sold.

LIVE AUCTION

Incredible experiences to choose from.
Bid to win!

RAISE THE PADDLE

Raise your paddle to support our 2025 cultural events, scholarships, and educational programs.

Special Guest: Paul Salvaire

Deputy Consul General of France in San Francisco

Paul Salvaire has been Deputy Consul General of France in San Francisco since 2023.  A career diplomat, he joined the Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs of France in 2011. He held various positions in Paris and in the French diplomatic network. Before arriving in San Francisco, Paul was deputy assistant director of environment and climate at the ministry in Paris (2020-2023). In this capacity, he represented France in international negotiations on climate and biodiversity. From 2017 to 2020, he was counsellor for global issues at the French Embassy in New Delhi. He was in particular responsible for strengthening Franco-Indian cooperation in the field of energy and climate. From 2014 to 2017, Paul was the chief of staff of the French Ambassador to the United Kingdom.


Dress code

Formal Attire

Channel the elegance of a bygone Parisian night, where jazz lingered in candlelit rooms and style was effortless yet refined. Think vintage-inspired evening wear: fluid gowns, subtle shimmer, and timeless accessories for ladies; tailored suits, tuxedos, polished shoes, and classic details for gentlemen. 

Dress to celebrate the joy of music, style, and a night well lived!

Looking for inspiration? Explore our Soirée Jazz Pinterest board.

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