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INSPIRE. CREATE. CONNECT. CELEBRATE.
The arts for all happens because of you – student scholarships, affordable tickets, and free celebrations on our lawn. With your contribution, the Arts can thrive at BlackRock, ensuring our organization remains a dedicated home for the diverse community we serve.
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!
JUNE 6, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Get ready to paint the town rainbow at our third annual Drag Bingo Fundraiser, the ultimate Pride Month kickoff event!
Hosted by our stunning BlackRock Divas, this three time sold-out event brings the heat with bingo games, drag performances, delicious cocktails, light bites, and basket prizes you’ll definitely want to strut home with.
WHAT TO EXPECT
6:00 PM - Check-in begins as you step into a lively cocktail hour featuring light bites sponsored by Señor Tequila’s, themed signature cocktails, and our silent auction! Don’t miss your chance to snag stunning gift baskets and one-of-a-kind finds.
6:30 PM - Doors to the BlackBox open for seating. Grab a drink, find your spot, and enjoy the music and more delicious bites as the energy builds.
7:00 PM - Let the games begin! Our first round of Drag Bingo kicks off with fabulous prizes.
From there, the fun doesn’t stop - enjoy a mix of bingo rounds, dazzling performances, and laugh-out-loud comedy from our sensational BlackRock Divas, all set to the soulful sounds of Motown.
SPONSOR THE EVENT
Motown Premier Sponsor - $3,000
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VIP table for 8
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BlackRock Drag Series ticket vouchers
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Meet & Greet + photo op with the Queens
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Queens shout-out + logo promotion
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Logo featured on BlackRock website
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Bottle of bubbly + party favors for your guests
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Bingo books for all guests (10 cards each)
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Year-round perks: 20% off tickets, 10% off education & camps, 20% off rentals
Bingo Sponsor - $1,200
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8 bingo books (10 cards each)
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Queens shout-out + logo promotion
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Logo featured on BlackRock website
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Bottle of bubbly + party favors for your group
CHECK OUT LAST YEAR!
PAST FUNDRAISERS
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Join us for BlackRock’s biggest night of the year as we celebrate a true champion of the arts with our Annual Visionary Award.
Now in its third year, the Visionary Award honors an individual, institution, or project whose leadership has meaningfully uplifted creativity, culture, and community throughout the Upcounty. Established in 2023 for BlackRock’s 20th Anniversary, this award recognizes those who embody our mission and values by strengthening the role of arts and culture in upper Montgomery County.
This evening brings together art lovers, local leaders, and changemakers for a fundraiser celebration filled with live entertainment, food and drinks, inspiring stories, and artistic moments that showcase the heart of BlackRock. The theme of this year will pay homage to the music movement of the 60s and 70s. In addition to the award ceremony, the event will feature a cocktail hour with decade inspired drinks, a gourmet soul food inspired menu, dinner and dancing, and more.
OUR VISIONARY AWARD WINNERS:
Melane Hoffmann & John Compton
Former Board Chairs of BlackRock Center for the Arts
Melisa Felipe
MCPS Art Educator - Waters Landing Elementary
THANK YOU TO OUR HARMONY LEVEL SPONSORS!
THANK YOU TO OUR LOVE LEVEL SPONSORS!
THANK YOU TO OUR PEACE LEVEL SPONSORS!
BECOME A FRIEND
With membership levels for every kind of arts lover, supporting BlackRock is easy and rewarding.
“A friend is a gift you give yourself.” - Robert Louis Stevenson
This fall, let BlackRock be that gift - for you, your family, and your friends.
Become a member today and make the most of the season with us!
THE BLACKROCK SOCIETY
Join Germantown’s most visionary arts supporters as a member of the BlackRock Society. At the $10,000 level, you’ll be at the forefront of cultural and community growth, helping shape the future of the arts in our region. As BlackRock’s cornerstone supporters, Society members receive a custom membership experience tailored in collaboration with our CEO and Director of Development, ensuring your passion for the arts makes the impact you envision. Contact us at eprice@blackrockcenter.org today for your customized membership.
$10,000
TRAILBLAZING FRIEND
$5,000
- 20% discount on tickets
- 10% discount on educational programming
- 20% discount on rental events
- Name and/or logo published on website, digital programs, and showcased in lobby (typically found in digital programs)
- Membership perks at select events, and invitations to exclusive “Friends Only” experiences
-Invitation to table at second Saturday Artisan Markets from April through December
-Invitation to table at select BlackRock events
-Six complimentary tickets to 25-26 season performances
CREATE FRIEND
$3,000
- 20% discount on tickets
- 10% discount on educational programming
- 20% discount on rental events
- Name and/or logo published on website, digital programs, and showcased in lobby (typically found in digital programs)
- Membership perks at select events, and invitations to exclusive “Friends Only” experiences
-Invitation to table at second Saturday Artisan Markets from April through December
-Invitation to table at select BlackRock events
-Two complimentary tickets to 25-26 season performances
CULTURE FRIEND
$1,000
- 20% discount on tickets
- 10% discount on educational programming
- Name and/or logo published on website, digital programs, and showcased in lobby (typically found in digital programs)
- Membership perks at select events, and invitations to exclusive “Friends Only” experiences
-Invitation to table at second Saturday Artisan Markets from April through December
-Invitation to table at select BlackRock events
DOCENT FRIEND
$500
- 20% discount on tickets
- 10% discount on educational programming
- Name and/or logo published on website, digital programs, and showcased in lobby (typically found in digital programs)
- Membership perks at select events, and invitations to exclusive “Friends Only” experiences
-Invitation to table at second Saturday Artisan Markets from April through December