Yuletide Ball
Join us on Saturday, December 12, 2026 for an enchanting evening of winter wonderland whimsy as we celebrate 135 years of nurturing young minds! This historic anniversary is a milestone reflecting more than a century of innovation and impact.
The Yuletide Ball provides critical support for our early childhood education programs that help children, ages 2 to 5 living in Central Brooklyn, thrive in kindergarten and beyond. Funds raised from Yuletide directly support BKS’s Inclusive Learning Program, which provides children with on-site early interventions such as occupational, play, and speech therapy, creating developmentally appropriate learning environments in which every child can learn, grow, and succeed alongside their peers.
Become a Dinner Host!
Dinner hosts are the cornerstone of the Yuletide Ball. Over the years, thousands of dinner parties have helped to raise millions of dollars to support BKS. Every host, every dinner, every gathering is unique. Yuletide dinner parties can take any shape; sit-down affairs, themed dinners, cocktail receptions, or simply getting dressed up and having dinner at your favorite local restaurant.
We are here to support you and your efforts to raise funds for BKS kids. We provide each dinner host with a custom donation page for you to share with your guests. It is important to note that you do not need to be a member of the Heights Casino in order to host a dinner or attend the Yuletide Ball. All are welcome. Please email Janet Diminich, Director of Development, at jdiminich@bksny.org to learn more.