Hosted by the Robert Connor Dawes (RCD) Foundation, the Brainy Ball is a biennial black tie gala, supporting young people with brain cancer.
DATE
Sat 24th May 2025
TIME
6:30 pm - 11:30 pm
WHERE
The Plaza Ballroom
191 Collins St, Melbourne
VIC 3000
IMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION
There is no phone reception at the venue. You will need to connect to Wifi to scan QR codes, bid on auction items and purchase raffle tickets.
Wifi: Plaza Ballroom Guest
Password: PLAZABALLROOM
Evening Schedule
6:30 PM – Arrival, cocktails & canapés with live music
7:30 PM – Guests seated
7:35 PM – Opening remarks, choir & Liz Dawes
8:15 PM – Short break
8:30 PM – Research update, guest story & performance
9:05 PM – Live auction
9:35PM - Raffle Drawn
9:45 PM – DJ & dancing
10:30PM - Silent Auction Closes
11:00 PM – Champagne bar closes & goody bags
11:30 PM – Event concludes
SILENTAuction
Our silent auction and raffle is now open! We have some exceptional items up for grabs including dining packages, experiences, and much more. The auction is hosted exclusively on Galabid. Register now to bid ahead of time:
Add your credit card
BRAINY BALL
Raffle
Chance to WIN
18ct gold diamond hoop earrings
valued at over $13,000
Elegantly crafted, these earrings perfectly combine sophistication with modern design, making them a must-have addition to any jewellery collection.
Generously donated by
Autumn Gallery Fine Jewellery in Brighton
- 3 course dinner with beer, wine and champagne. And for the first 150 guests, enjoy an exclusive signature cocktail to kick off the night!
- Brilliant speakers who will be sure to inspire
- Entertainment guaranteed to surprise and delight!
- The chance to bid on our live and silent auction before and during the event. All silent auction items will be available for viewing and bidding on GalaBid, we will open bidding and send a link closer to the time of the event
- Luxury raffle - You can also purchase your raffle tickets prior to the event to go into the draw to win a set of 18ct white gold diamond hoop earrings valued at over $13k.
- And of course, the feel good feeling of helping kids with brain cancer!
DIRECTIONS, PARKING & ACCESSIBILITY
GETTING THERE
The Plaza Ballroom is perfectly positioned in the heart of Melbourne at
191 Collins Street, just a 4-minute walk from Flinders Street Station and easily accessible by taxi or Uber.
PARKING
You can prebook parking with Wilson Parking using the links below, but please note prepaid parking is not permitted more than one month in advance.
Wilson Parking - Flinders Gate Car Park | 172-192 Flinders Street, Melbourne (Enter via Flinders St or Flinders Ln)
CLICK HERE TO BOOK
Wilson Parking - T&G Building Car Park | 161 Collins Street, Melbourne (Enter via 37-39 Russell Street)
CLICK HERE TO BOOK
Use promo code: MARRINER The promo code will be pre-filled if guests click on one of the links above.
ACCESSIBILITY
Guests requiring lift access to the venue, please contact Lisa. There are a number of ramps within the venue to take you from the foyer to the main floor of the Ballroom. There are also accessible toilet facilities available off the entrance foyer.
Thanks to our Corporate Tables
