About the Ball
On the first Saturday in August for the past 72 years, Las Patronas has welcomed guests at the La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club, which is transformed for one evening into a magical black tie event. The annual Jewel Ball is a celebration of a yearlong effort by the 50 members of Las Patronas to raise support for our worthy beneficiaries. The Jewel Ball is unique among other charity events in San Diego – held without a live auction or paddle raise – guests are treated to an exceptionally fun night of dining and dancing under the stars in celebration of our nonprofit beneficiaries and generous supporters.
The first Jewel Ball gala was held in 1947 – attracting 200 guests, and raising $1,357. At that time, La Patronas included 14 members who contributed handmade decorations. Today, the 50 active members of Las Patronas proudly carry on the traditions of our founding members. We still build the design elements offsite and transport them, piece by piece, to the La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club to ultimately create one of San Diego’s best fêtes, The Jewel Ball.
The 74th Jewel Ball, 20/20 Spectacular, will represent the definition of spectacular, “beautiful in an eye-catching way.” It will engage guests in a stunning evening of opulence, while encompassing a fun, interactive play on vision. The use of pattern, light, texture, motion, and artwork will delight guests from beginning to end. From the unique entrance, to the splendid use of lights and florals in the pool, guests will be mesmerized by dramatic displays. Traveling into the ballroom, guests will be surrounded by starbursts and fireworks against a dark, navy sky. Bright fuchsia accents amidst aerial displays and twinkling stars will beckon all to look to the heavens! It will beautiful! It will be grand! It will be unexpected! It will be...Spectacular!
Las Patronas invites you to immerse yourself in the beauty and charm of the 74th Jewel Ball. Mark your calendar for Saturday, August 8, 2020, for a spectacular evening at the La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club.
Sincerely,
Shay Stephens
Chair, Jewel Ball 2020
Lin Foletta and Michelle Parker
Co-chairs, Jewel Ball 2020
August 8, 2020 at 7:00 p.m.
La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club
Past Jewel Balls
Each year the Ball has a new theme. Click here to learn more about the Jewel Ball and to see images from previous Jewel Balls.
