Celebrating Restoration and Honoring Veterans
Evansville, IN – June 18, 2025 — The Veterans Coliseum Preservation Foundation proudly announces its Inaugural Gala, a USO-style celebration honoring our community’s veterans and supporting the continued and renovation of one of Evansville’s most iconic landmarks — the Veterans Memorial Coliseum.
The gala will be held on Saturday, November 1, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at the Old National Events Plaza in downtown Evansville. Guests will enjoy an evening inspired by the spirit of homecoming, featuring dinner, entertainment, a silent auction, and opportunities to support the Foundation’s mission through sponsorship and community involvement.
“This event is more than a fundraiser — it’s a tribute to the service and sacrifice of our veterans and a celebration of the Coliseum’s next chapter,” said Amy Canterbury, Board of Commissioners Vice President. “We invite the public to join us in honoring those who served and in supporting the future of this historic space.”
Event Details:
• What: Inaugural Gala – “In the Mood: A USO-Style Homecoming Celebration”
• When: Saturday, November 1, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.
• Where: Old National Events Plaza, 715 Locust Street, Evansville, IN, 47708
• Attire: Cocktail or Patriotic Attire
• Tickets: Available online at Veterans Coliseum Preservation Foundation Inaugural Gala
