There are charity galas, and then there are events that celebrate the very soul of a city.
Set in the heart of one of Buckhead’s most prestigious neighborhoods, Chastain Park has long functioned as the community’s backyard. Morning walks, championship golf, concerts at Cadence Bank Amphitheatre, tennis, horseback riding, family outings — the park does it all. The Chastain Park Conservancy has spent decades preserving and enhancing it, and this gala funds the next chapter.
Where The Gilded Trail Gala Proceeds Go
Proceeds from The Gilded Trail support the Conservancy’s Palisades Project, an initiative that will expand greenspace, create scenic overlooks, introduce outdoor classrooms and nature play areas, restore native landscapes along Nancy Creek, and establish future trail connections to the Atlanta BeltLine. It ranks among the most significant investments in Chastain Park’s future in decades.
Two Venues, One Evening
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Guests have two ways to experience the evening. The exclusive Trailblazer Dinner at The Chastain features a multi-course menu by Executive Chef Christopher Grossman, paired with wines curated by Perrine Prieur Gallardo; sponsor tables begin at $20,000 and include access to the full evening. From there, the party moves to Boots & Bubbles inside The St. Regis Atlanta, where tickets are $750 per person: live music from Drive Country Band, guided line dancing, chef-driven culinary stations, premium cocktails and champagne, interactive experiences, and a custom Kemo Sabe leather branding station.
The food, music and fashion will carry the night. The real draw is the chance to shape the future of one of Atlanta’s most iconic parks — every ticket directly funds projects that preserve Chastain Park’s natural beauty while creating new spaces for recreation, education and environmental stewardship.
Whether the philanthropy draws you, the people, or simply the promise of a spectacular evening at two of Buckhead’s most celebrated addresses, The Gilded Trail gala has the makings of a signature annual event on Atlanta’s social calendar. Tickets are available here. For event details, sponsorship opportunities, and ticket information, visit the Conservancy’s event page before the evening sells out.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Gilded Trail gala?
The Gilded Trail is an inaugural Western Glam charity gala benefiting the Chastain Park Conservancy, held Saturday, August 8, 2026, with a Trailblazer Dinner at The Chastain and the Boots & Bubbles celebration at The St. Regis Atlanta.
What does The Gilded Trail gala benefit?
Proceeds support the Chastain Park Conservancy’s Palisades Project, which will expand greenspace, add scenic overlooks and outdoor classrooms, restore native landscapes along Nancy Creek, and create future trail connections to the Atlanta BeltLine.
How do I get tickets to The Gilded Trail?
Tickets, sponsorship opportunities and event details are available at thegildedtrail.com.
How much are tickets to the Gilded Trail gala?
Boots & Bubbles tickets at The St. Regis Atlanta are $750 per person. Seats at the Trailblazer Dinner are available through sponsor tables beginning at $20,000, which include access to the full evening.
Where is The Gilded Trail gala held?
Two Buckhead venues: the Trailblazer Dinner at The Chastain restaurant and the Boots & Bubbles gala at The St. Regis Atlanta.