Voices Gala 2026
September 25, 2026 @ 7:30PM — 11:45PM Eastern Time (US & Canada) Add to Calendar
The Shepherd: 1265 Parkview St Detroit, MI 48214 Get Directions
Louder Together
Ruth Ellis opened her home as a safe haven long before it was safe to do so. No judgment. No conditions. Just an open door with the promise that whoever walked through it belonged.
Sanctuary was never a building – it was simply a person who made room. Every voice deserves the pulpit, and every story deserves to be told.
This year, VOICES calls our community together under that same promise. For one night at The Shepherd, LGBTQ+ artists, musicians, and stories will bring together our community to celebrate, remember, and look to the future.
'Speak Up' in the words of Ruth Ellis, herself.
We only ask you join us to speak up – to our community, to a young person coming up, to your younger self. Say it proud and gather with us in joyful defiance.
VOICES lifts up and supports the stories that keep our doors open. From housing to health care, food and an affirming space, you are supporting LGBTQ+ young people who are bravely crafting and telling their own stories.
On September 25, 2026, we shine as one.
This is your call to assembly.
Doors open for VIP at 6pm & GA at 7pm
Attire: Formal Cocktail with a Flair
Your Outfit is your canvas!
General Admission Tickets - $175.00
- Doors Open - 7pm
- Strolling Dinner + Open Bar
- Assorted Gallery Seating
VIP Admission Tickets - $275.00
- Exclusive VIP Reception - 6pm to 7pm
- Strolling Dinner + Open Bar
- Family Style + Communal Seating
- Exclusive Afterglow - 9pm to 10pm
VIP Table of Eight - $2,200.00
- Eight (8) VIP Tickets with Reserved Table Seating
- Exclusive VIP Reception - 6pm to 7pm
- Strolling Dinner + Open Bar
- Exclusive Afterglow - 9pm to 10pm