VABANC's 28th Annual Gala

Please join us on Friday, October 23, 2026, at the San José City Hall Rotunda (200 E. Santa Clara St., San Jose, CA 95112) for VABANC’s 28th Annual Gala. This special evening celebrates the power of community, leadership, and service by bringing together Vietnamese American judges, attorneys, legal professionals, law students, and supporters from across Northern California.

We will honor exceptional trailblazers and community impact awardees whose leadership has strengthened our profession and community, while investing in the future through scholarships for Vietnamese American law students committed to advancing justice and serving the public good.

Cocktails will be served at 6:00 pm and the program will begin at 7:00 pm.

Attire: formal/business; Vietnamese dresses/áo dàis are encouraged.

Ticket sales will end on Friday, October 16th.

Parking: SP+ Parking Garage, Fourth Street Parking Garage, Third Street Parking Garage, or downtown public sidewalks. Please allow yourself ample time.

Sponsorship Levels

1. Diamond Sponsor: $5,000
2. Gold Sponsor: $3,000
3. Silver Sponsor: $1,500
4. Bronze Sponsor: $750

Please email scholarshipdinner@vabanc.org for any questions.