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About The Event
Join us for the Boots & Black Tie Charity Gala — an unforgettable evening where Western heritage meets timeless elegance. This special night brings together industry leaders, partners, and friends to support the next generation of skilled trades professionals and strengthen the communities we serve.
Every ticket purchased, every table reserved, and every auction bid directly funds programs that change lives. Your support provides trade school scholarships, one-on-one mentorship with industry professionals, job placement with Houston's leading companies, career counseling, resume workshops, and the tools students need to succeed.
Every ticket purchased, every table reserved, and every auction bid directly funds programs that change lives. Your support provides trade school scholarships, one-on-one mentorship with industry professionals, job placement with Houston's leading companies, career counseling, resume workshops, and the tools students need to succeed.
Event Highlights
- LIVE Music
- - Champagne Divas
- - Casino Experience
- - Guns Silent Auction
- - Live Entertainment
- - Exclusive After Party
Our Mission
NextGen Trades empowers the next generation through workforce development, mentorship, and real-world training. Together with partners like IADC, we are building a stronger workforce and a brighter future.
Our students don't just get an education. They get a family. And when you attend Boots & Black Tie, you become part of that family too.
We offer corporate sponsorship packages from $6,000 to $15,000, each delivering premium brand visibility and the satisfaction of directly investing in America's future workforce.
Individual seats start at $400.
Our students don't just get an education. They get a family. And when you attend Boots & Black Tie, you become part of that family too.
We offer corporate sponsorship packages from $6,000 to $15,000, each delivering premium brand visibility and the satisfaction of directly investing in America's future workforce.
Individual seats start at $400.
Date & Time
Friday, November 6, 2026
6:30 PM - 10:30 PM
6:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Location
Le Tesserae
2940 Riverby Rd, Houston, TX 77020, USA
2940 Riverby Rd, Houston, TX 77020, USA
Organized By
Empowering the next generation through trades.
In Partnership With
International Association of Drilling Contrators
15,000+
Students
Engaged
Engaged
1600+
APPLICATIONS RECEIVED
$100K+
Scholarships AWARDED
100+
HIRED INTO THE WORKFORCE
Benefiting the Next Generation of Skilled Trades Professionals
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