Our Blacktie & Tailpipes Gala opens Grand Prix Race Week in formal style! This is a must for any auto enthusiast who enjoys shiny cars, fine dining and great company. In addition to being one of the city’s best summer parties, it is also a significant fundraiser for our charity partners.
We are excited to announce that the gala will make history in 2026, as we host it at the Kamin Science Center. The PVGP will have access to the entire facility, and chair Ev Kelly Searle is already planning this special event. The gala shifts into high gear at the Kamin Science Center as the opening event for Science of Speed, an experience that dives into the physics and technology of the world’s fastest machines – with a thrilling two-story electric kart track.
Live entertainment provided by The Commonheart. They bring an electrifying blend of soul, rock, and blues that has made them one of Pittsburgh’s most dynamic live acts. Known for their high-energy performances and powerful vocals, the band delivers a rich, authentic sound that gets crowds on their feet and keeps them there. Their mix of original music and crowd-favorite covers makes them a perfect fit for the festive atmosphere of the Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix.
Our 2025 event at the Heinz History Center was spectacular. The Senator John Heinz History Center is Pennsylvania’s largest history museum and a proud affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution. As Pittsburgh’s “people museum,” the History Center preserves and interprets the history of Western Pennsylvanians through six floors of interactive exhibitions, featuring iconic artifacts such as the TV set from “Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood” and the world’s oldest Jeep. The Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum on the second and third floors celebrates the unsurpassed sports legacy of the City of Champions, from football to baseball and hockey to auto racing, including the Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix display.
Single Ticket: $349
Table of 10: $3,250
Thank you to our Generous 2026 Sponsors
2026 Blacktie. Gala Sponsorship – PDF
Flickr Gallery from 2025 PVGP Blacktie & Tailpipes Gala – Click image above to view the entire album.
Evelyn Searle – chairperson
Amy Hahn Beck
Deborah Davis
Michelle DelBianco
Kathy Hennessy
Heather Kulbacki
Charissa Lauren
Giovanni Morgano
Bella Searle
Mia Tepke
If you want to learn more or contribute an auction prize, please email Evelyn Searle.
