The Fandango Benefit Gala is more than just a charity event—it’s a celebration of resilience, hope, and community. Originally founded by actor Paul Newman to support the camps that bring joy to seriously ill children, this event has evolved into a cherished tradition. What makes it so special? It’s not just the glitzy cocktails and auctions, or even the fantastic food—it’s the heartwarming variety show where campers perform, families share their powerful stories, and celebrities join in to make this a night to remember.

Returning to the Hole in the Wall Theater, this year’s gala promises to be an unforgettable experience, with a simulcast stream in the Dining Hall for those who can’t attend in person. Expect an afternoon and evening filled with exciting food trucks, interactive culinary stations, lively auctions, music, and much more.

Don’t miss this chance to be part of something truly special. Join us and help make a lasting difference in the lives of these incredible children.

The annual Fandango Benefit Gala tradition our Founder Paul Newman began to support Camp programs has evolved over time, but the touchstone and culmination of the festivities remains—a variety show with campers performing musical numbers, families sharing inspirational stories and celebrity friends joining them center stage. Our Fandango show once again returns to Hole in the Wall’s Theater, with a simulcast stream available in our Dining Hall. Guests will enjoy an afternoon and evening filled with cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, food trucks, interactive culinary stations, spirited silent and live auctions, music…and more!

SeriousFun Children’s Network is a non-profit umbrella organization with a community of 30 camps and programs serving seriously ill children and their families. Each member camp, including ours, is an independent, not-for-profit organization dependent upon private funding to serve all children at no cost to their families.