FashionFest 2026
A Night to Sip, Shop, and Support the Masonic Institute for the Developing Brain
Tickets and sponsorships on sale now!
Friday, November 20, 2026
6 PM to midnight
6 PM | Doors open: Taste and Toast Lounge; Marketplace Shopping
8 PM | Program
9 PM | Fashion Show
10 PM | After Party
Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot
225 3rd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Book your group rate room now.
Reservation link closes Friday, October 23, 2026
University of Minnesota Foundation presents FashionFest—a vibrant evening in support of the Masonic Institute for the Developing Brain!
Experts at the University of Minnesota’s Masonic Institute for the Developing Brain are on the leading edge of early-child and adolescent brain health. Their mission? To foster healthy brain function in every child. Because when kids have healthy brains, they have healthier childhoods and more opportunities to blossom into secure, successful adults.
FashionFest unites our community for an unforgettable evening of style, inspiration, and impact—all in support of the Masonic Institute for the Developing Brain. Together, we are raising hope and support for children and families navigating neurodevelopmental and mental health challenges, while helping our experts advance groundbreaking research and life-changing programs. Every contribution creates opportunities for kids to flourish and reach their full potential.
Now in its 13th year, FashionFest has long supported medical care for children and their families when they need it most. In the past 12 years, we’ve raised more than $4 million for crucial, life-changing pediatric services, programming, and activities—transforming the lives of kids and families in Minnesota and across the world.
Mark your calendar for an extraordinary evening featuring high-fashion runway looks, exclusive auction packages, curated shopping, and more! All proceeds support the University of Minnesota’s Masonic Institute for the Developing Brain.
To learn more, become a sponsor, or donate to the event, please contact Olivia Kurtz at [email protected].
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Learn more about the impact of your giving and how you can make a difference, contacting Olivia Kurtz at [email protected] or 612-626-7946.
Did you know that many companies offer donation matching programs for their employees? Your gift to FashionFest could go even further! Visit our matching gift page to find out if your company participates and to access instructions for submitting a match.