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Patrons Ball

September 20 @ 6:00 pm - 11:59 pm MDT

Dining in the Whitney Western Art Museum at Patrons Ball in 2024.

Patrons Ball Fundraising Gala

September 20, 2025
6–11:30 p.m.

This elegant, black-tie gala is one of the signature social events of the year in Wyoming, and a major fundraiser for the Buffalo Bill Center of the West.

Patrons from near and far gather to renew friendships, network with leaders of industry and government, and make new acquaintances. Immersed in Western art, culture, and the history of the West, this event allows Patrons to enjoy companionable conversation, an exquisite dining experience in the Center’s museums. After dinner, dance the night away to live music from Modern Retrospect!

From the mezzanine level above the dance floor filled with Patrons Ball attendees, September 21, 2024
From the mezzanine level above the dance floor filled with Patrons Ball attendees, September 21, 2024

This fundraiser is $450 per ticket. All proceeds benefit the programs and public activities of the Center of the West. Patrons Ball is the culmination of Rendezvous Royale, a weeklong celebration of the arts in Cody, which also includes the Buffalo Bill Art Show and By Western Hands. For general information, visit the Rendezvous Royale website.

For more information on Patrons Ball, please e-mail [email protected] or call 307-578-4097.


Sponsorships

Support for the Patrons Ball—and access to exclusive perks—is available through a variety of sponsorship opportunities tailored to meet diverse interests and levels of engagement.

Sponsorships include reserved seating or tables, as well as additional benefits, and are offered at the following levels:

  • Spirit of the American West
  • The Showman
  • Scout
  • Buffalo Bill
  • Pahaska
  • Annie Oakley

Not attending but still looking to contribute or highlight your support in a unique way? Choose from these themed sponsorships:

  • Life of the Party Bandstand Sponsorship
  • Glass Half Full Bar Sponsorship
  • Forget-Me-Not
  • One for the Road
A comprehensive overview of all sponsorship opportunities is available in the Sponsorship Booklet

To become a 2025 sponsor, please contact the Development Office by email, call (307) 578-4097, or select a sponsorship option via the form below.

We look forward to welcoming all friends of the Center to an unforgettable evening.

 

Thank You to Our 2025 Patrons Ball Sponsors
Showman Sponsorship
Big Hat Ranch – Naoma Tate & the Family of Hal Tate

Scout Sponsorships


Buffalo Bill Sponsorships


Pahaska Sponsorships

Annie Oakley Sponsorships


Life of the Party Band Sponsorship


Glass Half Full Bar Sponsorship

Trail Creek Ranch orange text logo with "P" at bottom.Daniele Bodini

 


Special Thank You:

A special thank you goes out to the Patrons Ball Committee, without whom we could not organize this gala.

Details

Date:
September 20
Time:
6:00 pm - 11:59 pm MDT
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Venue

Buffalo Bill Center of the West
720 Sheridan Avenue
Cody, WY United States
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