The Heart of Rock & Roll Gala is Just Over A Week Away!
Humane Indiana’s Heart of Rock & Roll Gala is set to rock the stage as the organization’s largest and most unforgettable fundraiser of the year. This high-energy annual event celebrates compassion, community, and the spirit of rock & roll while raising vital funds to support animal welfare and wildlife conservation efforts.
Date & Time: Saturday, March 21, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Location: Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana, 5400 West 29th Avenue, Gary, IN 46406
Guests can expect a lively evening featuring:
- A chef-prepared dinner
- Complimentary beer and wine (with a cash bar for hard liquor)
- Up-close cuddles with adoptable puppies, kittens, and possibly wildlife
- An inspiring program including the presentation of the 2026 Humane Hero Awards and the Thomas Ray Crowel Humanitarian Award
- A silent auction with exciting items like experiences, dining, travel, and art (bidding available online at HIGala.givesmart.com—even for non-attendees)
- Fun games such as Heads or Tails (chance to win a Samsung 65” TV) and a Liquor Extravaganza
- Mission Moments and a Fund the Need paddle raise to directly impact animals in need
Attire is cocktail or black tie optional, with rock & roll-themed costumes enthusiastically welcomed to match the theme!
Tickets are priced at $175 per person (includes all the above), with limited seats remaining—tables for 10 are also available. Purchase yours soon at HIGala.givesmart.com or visit the event page at humaneindiana.org/events/2026gala for full details, sponsorship opportunities, and more.
Proceeds power Humane Indiana’s mission: rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming companion animals and wildlife across Indiana, providing low-cost veterinary care, fostering programs, pet food assistance, and community education to build a more humane world for animals and people alike.
Don’t miss this unforgettable night of music-inspired fun for a great cause—grab your tickets before they’re gone!
