Year End Gala 2026

CIDSA invites you to this year's Industrial Design Year-End Gala!! This year's theme is Enchanted Garden, inspired by the mystique of moonlit gardens, twinkling lights, and whimsical floral elegance. With support from the Alumni Association, join students, faculty and alumni as we celebrate the year with an unforgettable evening filled with awards, speeches, drinks, food, live music and dancing!!

What to expect:

Awards ceremony to celebrate the hard work and achievements of our students and faculty this year

Speeches to thank the hard-working faculty of Industrial Design!

Appetizers will be served, including Brisket Sliders, Pepperoni Flatbread, Tacos, Pretzel Bites, Honey Garlic Chicken Skewers, and Texas BBQ Chicken Skewers. Be sure to have a proper meal beforehand, as we will be serving light snacks rather than a full dinner.

A variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks will be available at the cash bar until 12:45 am. Please bring the appropriate ID.

The night will feature live music and a DJ.

This is a formal event, so bring out your best suits and dresses, and add magical or floral touches to capture the Enchanted Garden theme. Guests are also welcome, however, make sure your plus one purchases a General Admission ticket.

Join us for a night of celebration as we toast to another incredible year in the Industrial Design program. Don’t miss this chance to dance, mingle, and make unforgettable memories!!

Tickets will be available until April 12, 2026.

Thank you to our contributors for helping make this happen.