Gala - July 27, 2025
The Federated Challenge kicks off with a magical evening that includes a black tie dinner and auction at Saint Paul RiverCentre on Sunday. Don a tux or gown and enjoy fine cuisine, entertainment, and lively bidding — all in support of youth mentoring programs.
The event utilizes online bidding, so bring your internet-enabled smartphone or tablet. The auction preview will open Monday before the event and online bidding will open on Friday evening. Registered bidders will receive an email with a link to the bidding site.
Reception and Silent Auction
5:00 p.m. Black Tie Reception
6:30 p.m. Silent Auction Bidding Ends
Gala Dinner and Live Auction
6:30 p.m. Dinner (All guests will have reserved seating.)
Location
Saint Paul RiverCentre | 175 West Kellogg Boulevard, St. Paul, MN 55102 | 651-265-4800
Hotel Accommodations at The Saint Paul Hotel
- Call 800-292-9292 and ask for the Federated Challenge rate OR
- Reserve online at saintpaulhotel.com
- Enter Date
- Code Type - select Group/Block from dropdown
- Enter code 4239904
- Click Check Availability