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Sunk Ship Gala III | 10 Jan 2026 | The Gala 417 | Va Beach

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Set Sail for an Unforgettable Night!

On January 10, 2026, VB’s most anticipated event returns — the 3rd Annual Sunk Ship Gala at The Gala 417. Join community leaders, boaters, and supporters for an evening of fun elegance and energy in your sharpest yachting attire.


  • Chef-curated food and cocktails
  • Live local music from Uncle Jack
  • Bid big at the high-energy live auction
  • Relive the magic with an event film


Tickets are limited — don't delay!

Live Auction Items!

Item 01: 100-hr outboard motor maintenance service (single or twin) at Anchor in VB. Includes all oil, parts, and labor.


Retail Value: $1,100

Donor: Anchor Boatworks


Item 02: Dolphin watching trip for up to six people redeemable from 01 Jun 2026 to 31 Dec 2026.


Retail Value: $500

Donor: Atlantic Launch

Item 03: 2-hour tiki boat tour along the Lynnhaven River for up to six people with cooler, ice and music provided.


Retail Value:  $360

Donor: VB Tiki Tours

Item 04: $100 gift card good at Shorebreak and Hot Tuna.


Retail Value: $100

Donor: Shorbreak

Item 05: Spanish-American War Naval Officer's Bicorn Hat and Epaulettes in original metal storage box c. 1890s.


Retail Value: $800

Donor: Captain Mike 

Item 06: US Navy Commanding Officer's cap c. 1966. Worn by Captain Glenn Allen (Flying Midshipmen Class of 1946).


Retail Value: $150

Donor: Family of Captain Allen

Item 07: A bag of 100 Lynnhaven Fancies, the highest touch oyster on the Lynnhaven River. Salinity: Med to high, 2.75” - 3.2", Meat-To-Shell-Ratio: High


Retail Value: $150

Donor: First Landing Seafood Company

Item 08: Professional yard over-seeding and fertilization of .25 acres. Providing professional grounds maintenance services to all of Hampton Roads and surrounding areas since 2003. 


Retail Value: $350

Donor: Treloron Maintenance

Item 09: 1 night stay at the Marriott VB Oceanfront to include a dinner for 2 at Tula (2x apps, 2x entrees, 2x two deserts, includes 20% gratuity!). Valid any Sun-Fri 1/1/26-4/30/26 or 10/1/26-12/30/26


Retail Value: $900

Donor: Bruce Thompson

Item 10: Model (1:12 scale) Chesapeake Bay deadrise hard-top workboat. Wood construction, fully assembled, ready to display and includes black wooden display stand. 30” long X 9” wide X 8” high. Incredible nautical display piece. 


Retail Value: $650

Donor: Blackway Boat Models

Sunk Ship Gala II |25 Jan 2025

On 25 Jan 2025, The Gala 417 hosted VDRF's 2nd annual Sunk Ship Gala.
VDRF supporters donned their best sharp yachting attire and enjoyed complimentary beverages and food, live local music from Uncle Jack, Aloha Snacks food truck, an incredible silent auction, and an event video produced by Silent Run Films.
 

Sunk Ship Gala I |06 Jan 2024

On 06 Jan 2024, The Gala 417 hosted VDRF's 1st annual Sunk Ship Gala.
VDRF supporters donned their best nautical chic attire and enjoyed complimentary beverages and food, live local music from Uncle Jack, entertainment from Professional Illusionist Tony Jones, a premium signature drink by Chesapeake Bay Distillery, and an event video produced by Photo Genesis Group.
 

Sunk Ship Sendoff |26 Feb 2022

On 26 Feb 2022, Dockside Restaurant hosted VDRF's inaugural fundraiser the Sunk Ship Sendoff I. This event springboarded VDRF's ability to remove 16x ADVs in its first 12-months as an environmental nonprofit. 

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