Chamber Evening 2026 at the Aquarium of the Pacific

Links in Page: VGD Divers – Virtual Chamber Eve – Table Sponsors

📅 Wednesday, May 6, 2026

Chamber Eve is the festive highlight of our annual fundraising efforts in support of the USC Catalina Hyperbaric Chamber. Each year, our diving community gathers for an unforgettable evening of celebration, connection, and purpose — and we are delighted to once again host this special night in the Great Hall at the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach.

Dress up, gather with friends, and enjoy an evening that blends elegance, excitement, and commitment to a cause that protects divers year-round.

Attendance Is Limited

To preserve the quality of the experience, attendance is capped at 350 guests (35 tables of 10).
Most table sponsors are limited to one or two tables per group.
Several tables are already filling quickly

Early registration is strongly encouraged

Secure your seat early — we don’t want you to miss out.

Tickets:

$175 per seat (We are holding the price steady despite rising costs.)

Your evening includes:

7:00–8:00 PM – Private access to explore the Aquarium
8:00 PM – A fabulous dinner (vegetarian/vegan options available)
9:00 PM – Program, recognitions, and raffle drawings
10:15 PM – Event conclusion

Raffles & Prizes

Chamber Eve features approximately 20 “Pick-A-Prize” raffle items, along with additional special opportunities throughout the evening.

Each dinner ticket includes:

- Five general raffle tickets
- One Grand Prize raffle ticket

Additional raffle tickets will be available for purchase at the event.

Grand Prize Highlight

Win a Week of Diving in Roatán at Anthony’s Key Resort.
This legendary dive getaway includes:

- One full week at the resort
- All diving
- All meals
  (Airfare not included)

Only individuals who attend Chamber Eve (or register for the Virtual option) are eligible for the Grand Prize drawing.

Raffle Reminder

Ensure your entry is valid:

Write your name on the back of each raffle stub
Deposit your stub into the raffle bin
Many guests bring pre-printed name labels to speed up the process — a great idea!
Unsubmitted stubs cannot be entered into the drawing.

Can’t Attend in Person?

If you are unable to join us — or prefer not to attend a large gathering — you can still participate through Virtual Chamber Eve, allowing you to support the Chamber and be eligible for prizes from home.

Why It Matters

All proceeds from Chamber Eve directly support the USC Catalina Hyperbaric Chamber, a vital safety resource for the diving community.

Chamber Eve consistently represents a significant portion of our annual fundraising total. With rising operational expenses and evolving financial demands, your support is more important than ever.

The Chamber is more than a facility — it is a lifeline.
And you are a critical part of ensuring it remains strong and available when divers need it most.

Register On-Line Today

Or call: (310) 652-4990

Secure your seat. Support the Chamber. Celebrate with the community.

We look forward to seeing you on May 6.

EARLY ACCESS AND MORE (THE V.G.D. PACKAGE)

If you’d like to take full advantage of everything the Aquarium has to offer and be treated like a VIP, then you need to sign up for our V.G.D. (Very Generous Diver) package. Once again this year, it’s only an extra $50. (This is an add-on to your Chamber Evening ticket. You cannot buy this as a stand-alone item.) If you’re interested in getting into the Aquarium early, having a private exclusive area in which to hang out and mingle, plus a lot more, then this is the package for you. But it’s limited to roughly 100 people so if this floats your boat, don’t dilly-dally.

Here’s what the V.G.D Package includes:

Early-access (starting at 5PM) through a separate entrance
Private outside lounge area with plenty of chairs and sofas
Complimentary soft drinks
Private cash bar for alcohol
Moon Jellies exhibit access (on the lower level) 5:00-8:00PM
Hot & cold appetizers 5:30-8:00PM
Five additional general raffle tickets
One additional Grand Prize entry – 7 days at Anthony’s Key in Roatan
Early access (5-7PM) to most exhibit areas, including Shark Lagoon
Private outside lounge & bar area open until 9:00PM
Limited to roughly 100 people

You can get all of this for only an extra $50. When you sign up for your Chamber Evening ticket, make sure you also get the V.G.D. Package because once we hit our limit, that will be it. Use the SIGN UP NOW link below or call us at (310)652-4990 to grab your spot.

Virtual Chamber Evening – Join from Home

If you can’t attend in person, Virtual Chamber Evening lets you participate, and support your Virtual Table Sponsor, from the comfort of your home while still supporting the cause. Virtual attendees receive:

10 raffle tickets
A Chamber Evening t-shirt
Exclusive access to the live-streamed event

Why Your Support Matters

Chamber Evening is more than just a dinner—it’s a crucial fundraiser that helps keep the Catalina Hyperbaric Chamber operating 24/7/365. While we remain hopeful about the future, the Chamber still depends on diver contributions to stay financially secure.

Sign up today using the button below, or call (310) 652-4990.

Your participation is essential—let’s protect this vital resource together!