Autism MATES Gala - The House That MATES Built

Join us for The MATES Gala, a fabulous evening of celebration, entertainment and fundraising at Horizons, spectacularly positioned right on the sands of Maroubra Beach.

This Gala marks an exciting new chapter for Autism MATES as we prepare to create our first permanent home, the MATES Hub.
After years of operating from temporary & shared spaces, the MATES Hub will provide a dedicated place where autistic & disabled young people can connect, build friendships, develop independence & life skills, access capacity-building programs & explore pathways towards meaningful employment.
But first, we need to transform the property into a functional & accessible space our MATES community can call home.

Our goal for the evening is ambitious: to raise $70,000 towards the refurbishment and fit-out of the MATES Hub.
Expect a fantastic night of great food, entertainment, raffles, exciting auction prizes and plenty of fun, while becoming a foundation supporter of something meaningful and life-changing.
Your support will help us transform the existing Bowen House into the MATES Hub, creating something tangible and lasting for our young people and their families. This is an opportunity to be part of the MATES Hub from the very beginning & help build a legacy that will impact lives for years to come.

DETAILS:

Friday 6 Nov 2026
Horizons, Maroubra Beach
6.00pm arrival | 10.30pm finish
Tickets: $180 per person
Table of 10: $1,700
Bring your friends, colleagues or clients and make a night of it.

Corporate tables are very welcome, but with the venue limited to just 220 guests, we recommend booking early.
MATES Hub – Our Home. Their Future.
You’re not simply attending a fundraiser. You’re helping us build a place, a community and a future.