BALL for THE MALL 2024 | Purchase Tickets

The Trust for the National Mall's signature gala BALL for THE MALL will take place on May 8, 2024. Join us for a night to remember under the stars and beneath the monuments on the National Mall. The BALL for THE MALL is the Trust’s marquee fundraising gala supporting and celebrating our mission with the National Park Service to restore, preserve and elevate the National Mall.

The BALL showcases our 2024 History, Heroes & Hope Award honorees:

  • Dave Grohl, 19-time Grammy-Winning Musician, founder of Foo Fighters, best- selling author

  • The Mellon Foundation, groundbreaking arts and humanities foundation, accepted by President Elizabeth Alexander

  • George C. Wolfe, renowned filmmaker, 5-time Tony-winning playwright, Director, RUSTIN film

Be a part of this monumental evening that welcomes 600+ guests — including an array of prominent philanthropists, business leaders, members of Congress, public officials and our generous partners and benefactors for an unforgettable night on the National Mall.

Join Us!

Learn more about BALL for THE MALL, our 2024 Honorees, featured presenters and special guests, as well as sponsorship opportunities here.

For questions about BALL for THE MALL and individual ticket sales, please email ballforthemall@nationalmall.org.


Event Schedule

6:30 PM General Reception

7:30 PM Dinner Reception and Celebration of our History, Heroes & Hope Awards

9:30 PM Dessert Reception


Please note: In compliance with the Internal Revenue Services, as a 501(c)(3) organization, the Trust for the National Mall has determined the market value of goods and services exchanged for each individual ticket contribution to be $400.