Gala de L’Alliance 2025: Art, Culture, and Philanthropy at The Plaza Hotel

By Titina Penzini (IG @titinapenzini)

One of New York City’s most anticipated evenings returns: the Gala de L’Alliance, directed by Tatyana Franck, once again brings together art, culture, and philanthropy under one glittering roof.

This year’s celebration will take place on Thursday, November 13, 2025, at 6:00 PM, in the iconic Palm Court at The Plaza Hotel. The Honorees include Paddy McKillen, hotelier and art collector (Trophée de L’Alliance), and Angèle, singer and songwriter (Trophée des Arts).

The annual Gala de L’Alliance is the organization’s largest fundraising event, gathering more than 500 international guests to celebrate the honorees of the Trophée des Arts and Trophée de L’Alliance awards. Funds raised during the evening support L’Alliance New York’s innovative educational and artistic programming, which inspires and engages a wide range of audiences. The event, held under the patronage of the French Ambassador to the US and the French Consul General in New York City, kicks off with a cocktail hour and silent auction, followed by a seated dinner, a live auction, and an afterparty.

Gala Dinner Set Up in the Grand Ballroom | Photo courtesy of Anne du Chastel

Created in 1992, the Trophée des Arts award recognizes a distinguished artist or cultural icon who exemplifies L’Alliance New York’s goal of cross-cultural exchange. The Trophée de L’Alliance (formerly Pilier d’Or) award, established in 2006, recognizes a leading business figure, diplomat, or philanthropist for outstanding contributions to the Francophone-American community. In 2022, a Featured Artist spotlight was added to the Gala; their artwork is displayed at the event and interwoven into it. The art of gastronomy is also at the heart of the evening, thanks to the participation of acclaimed chefs each year, such as Georges Blanc, Yannick Alléno, or Dominique Crenn.

Tickets and tables are available for purchase.

For more details visit  lallianceny.org

I am sure it will be an incredible night to remember!