Good vision is essential to independence, wellbeing, and quality of life, yet millions of people around the world experience vision loss and eye disease. Continued investment in clinical research is crucial to understanding the causes of vision loss, developing better treatments, and finding ways to prevent avoidable blindness.
The Layton Vision Foundation supports clinical research dedicated to improving our understanding of vision loss, advancing treatments, and preventing eye disease. Through fundraising and investment in research, the Foundation helps contribute to a future where more people can maintain healthy vision. To support this important work, the Foundation is hosting its major annual fundraising event.
The Eye Ball 2026 will take place on Friday, 9 October 2026, from 7:00 PM, at the iconic Princess Theatre. Coinciding with World Sight Day, the annual gala brings attention to the importance of eye health while raising funds for vision research. Guests will enjoy an elegant evening featuring world-class entertainment, fine food, and drinks throughout the night. Set inside Queensland’s oldest standing theatre, the Princess Theatre provides a spectacular backdrop for an evening designed to combine celebration with meaningful impact.
Importantly, 100% of proceeds from the Eye Ball go directly to the Layton Vision Foundation, supporting clinical research into vision loss, improved treatments, and the prevention of eye disease.
More than a glamorous night out, the Eye Ball offers guests the opportunity to help advance research that could protect vision and improve the lives of people affected by eye disease.
Reserve your place here to enjoy an unforgettable evening while helping fund the research needed to protect sight and prevent vision loss.
The Eye Ball
Our major fundraising event of the year, The Eye Ball charity gala dinner is held annually in October, coinciding with World Sight Day, an international event that focuses the world’s attention on the importance of good eye health and vision care.
100% of the proceeds from our event goes directly to the Layton Vision Foundation, which supports clinical research that is essential to help understand vision loss, find better treatments and prevent eye disease.
In 2026, we’re taking over the iconic Princess Theatre, Queensland’s oldest standing theatre and a truly breathtaking backdrop for an unforgettable night. Guests will enjoy world-class entertainment that raises the bar higher than ever before, paired with fine food and flowing drinks all evening. Join us for an elegant celebration that promises to dazzle, delight, and make a meaningful impact. Get ready for our most spectacular Eye Ball yet.