Night at the Nest: Tickets on sale for annual FGCU Gala Event
Tickets are now available for Florida Gulf Coast University Athletics’ Night at the Nest Gala, taking place Dec. 10. at the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa. The 2026 event marks the first time Night at the Nest will be held outside Alico Arena.
Night at the Nest is FGCU Athletics’ annual fundraising gala, supporting more than 265 student-athletes across 15 NCAA Division I programs. Proceeds from the event support scholarships and student-athlete competitive excellence, including physical and mental wellness, while also strengthening the ability to provide innovative technology for championship performance and facilities.
“I’ve quickly seen how strongly this community supports FGCU Athletics,” said Brian Barrio, FGCU Director of Athletics. “Night at the Nest brings that support together in a meaningful way and helps ensure we continue providing the resources and opportunities our teams need to succeed.”
The 2026 gala will feature a cocktail reception, dinner and live and silent auctions. Those unable to attend the gala in person can participate by bidding on items featured in the event’s online silent auction, with a link to the auction available to the public prior to the event.
Reservations are available for $3,000 per table of 10. A limited number of individual tickets are available for $300 each. Sponsorship and underwriting opportunities are also available. For sponsorship information, contact Madison Lord at mlord@fgcu.edu or 239-590-7107.
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit fgcu.edu/natn.