Homecoming 250’s Navy 250 Gala on Saturday, October 11, 2025, will celebrate the Navy’s 250th anniversary. The black-tie/mess-dress Gala will be held in the beautiful Great Hall and Overlook of the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia, looking out at Independence Hall where the Navy and Marine Corps were created 250 years ago. The reception will begin at 6 p.m., followed by a delicious dinner and dancing until 11:30 p.m., hosted by ESPN national correspondent and Navy Veteran, Sal Paolantonio. We are planning with the Navy and Marine Corps to fill this 250th event with the appropriate pageantry, including music from The U.S. Navy Band.

Come raise a glass alongside naval leadership in celebration of the Navy’s 250th Birthday! If you are interested in purchasing a full table of 12 for $12,000, please email info@homecoming250.org.

The gala dinner will be held on Oct 11, 2025, at the National Constitution Center. The address of the venue is 525 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19106

The dress code is black-tie preferred or Mess Dress. We encourage guests to dress in formal attire.

Doors will open at 6 PM for a cocktail reception. Guests will be allowed to start forming a line for security at 5:45 PM. We will update this information as the event gets closer, should we require additional security screening.

Guests who are invited to the Executive Reception will receive instructions via email as the event gets closer.


We will aim to start the program once all guests are seated, following the cocktail hour.


Dancing and reception to follow the program and dinner service.


The event will conclude at 11:30 PM.

The evening will feature performances from some of the Navy’s own musical groups. After the program concludes, a DJ will kick things off for the dancing and after after-party.

The parking lot inside of the National Constitution Center will NOT be available for guest use during the event. The closest parking lot is the AutoPark at Independence Mall, 41 N. 6th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106. Guests are responsible for covering the cost of parking. If security deems that this parking lot needs to close due to the proximity of the venue, we will update the site.

Other parking lots are located throughout Old City, Market East, and Chinatown neighborhoods.


Rideshare drop/off and pickups


Please use the 525 Arch Street address for these services.

Yes, we will have a coat check

No, there will be neither a silent nor a live auction at this event.

Yes, the National Constitution Center is fully wheelchair accessible.

Yes, we can accommodate most dietary restrictions. Please indicate any specific dietary needs when purchasing your ticket or by contacting Homecoming 250 directly.

For any additional inquiries, please contact Cait Chamberlain at cait.chamberlain@homecoming250.org or 856-745-1141

Guests are responsible for booking their own hotel rooms. Hotels nearby include the Wyndham, Monaco, Renaissance, Old City Marriott, Downtown Marriott, and Hilton Penn's Landing.

Rooms may be booked using the link below:
https://www.homecoming250.org/planning-your-visit/#jlhoteldeals

Each ticket includes admission to the gala, a cocktail reception, a three-course gourmet dinner, an open bar, and access to all entertainment.

Seating assignments are pre-arranged. If you have specific seating requests or are part of a group that wishes to sit together, please indicate this during the ticket purchase process.

Absolutely! We appreciate all contributions. You can make a direct donation through our website even if you are unable to attend the gala.

https://www.homecoming250.org/donate/