Announcing the 2026 Blue Star Gala

The 2026 Blue Star Gala will be our largest and most impactful event ever as we approach election day with 23 candidates on the ballot in Beaufort County.

Join the Beaufort County Democratic Party and special guests for our fourth annual fundraising dinner, taking place the evening of Saturday, September 26, 2026 in downtown Beaufort, South Carolina.

The Blue Star Gala is an opportunity for Democrats to gather in solidarity and celebration, honor the hard work and commitment of our volunteers and supporters, and enjoy our esteemed guest speakers.

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The Blue Star Gala is also critical to funding the Beaufort County Democratic Party's mission of recruiting, supporting and electing Democratic candidates. The funds raised at the annual gala make this work possible.

After three years of sold-out events, the Blue Star Gala has a spacious new home in the lovely ballroom at the Holiday Inn Beaufort. The Sponsor's Reception overlooks the natural beauty of the Lowcountry marsh, and the full Harvest Moon will make for a spectacular evening.

The Gala Committee looks forward to welcoming friends, fellow Democrats and special guests for an exciting evening at the 2026 Blue Star Gala.

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SPONSORS

Each year, generous sponsors make the Gala a grand success for Democrats in Beaufort County. This year, the Gala Committee has set an ambitious goal to raise $75,000. Funds raised will be used to turn out the vote using grassroots and digital strategies, and to continue the ongoing work of supporting candidates and turning Beaufort County.

In an effort to make this year’s Gala our most successful ever, we have added a Hope Diamond Sponsorship Level at $5,000. The Hope Diamond is the largest dark blue diamond in the world and is prized as one of the most valuable and rare gems on earth. This moniker also speaks to our state motto, “While I breathe, I hope.” 

To secure your sponsorship and reserve seating at the Gala, please visit

https://secure.actblue.com/donate/bluestar26 or pay by check to the Beaufort County Democratic Party (address below). With your continued support, the Beaufort County Democratic Party will have the resources we need to Flip the Future in 2026.

Thank you for your support.

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Hope Diamond Sponsor $5000

• Four (4) Sponsor's Reception tickets

• Four (4) dinner tickets

• Seating at Table 1

• Recognition on the True Blue Sponsor's banner, to be displayed at the Gala and BCDP office.

• Recognition online and in the program

• Full-page ad in program for club, campaign, business, or personal message

Sapphire Sponsor $2500

• Four (4) Sponsor's Reception tickets

• Four (4) dinner tickets

• Premier table seating

• Recognition on the True Blue Sponsor's banner, to be displayed at the Gala and BCDP office.

• Recognition online and in the program

• Full-page ad in program for club, campaign, business, or personal message

Platinum Sponsor $1000

• Two (2) Sponsor's Reception tickets

• Two (2) dinner tickets

• Premier table seating

• Recognition online and in the program

• Half-page ad in program for club, campaign, business, or personal message

​Gold Sponsor $500

• Two (2) Sponsor's Reception tickets

• Two (2) dinner tickets

• Preferred table seating

• Recognition online and in the program

Silver Sponsor $250

• One (1) Sponsor's Reception ticket

• One (1) dinner ticket

• Preferred table seating

• Recognition online and in the program

To secure your sponsorship, please visit https://secure.actblue.com/donate/bluestar26.
 

Checks may be mailed or dropped off at either BCDP office.

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Send questions to info@beaufortcountydems.org
 

Blue Star Gala dinner tickets will go on sale August 8.

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