Best In View

We are absolutely blown away by the response to the 2026 Best In View Gala.

Every regular seat and table has officially been SOLD OUT in less than a week, and the continued messages from people wanting to attend have been incredible. The support this community has shown for this event, our winners, and the businesses and individuals being celebrated truly means so much to us.

So, here’s where we are now:
We still have a limited number of seats currently reserved for sponsorships. We have decided to break some of those sponsorship opportunities into smaller sponsorship packages, allowing more local businesses to be part of the Gala at a more accessible sponsorship level.

The sponsorship deadline is August 15.

Sponsorships available:
Spotlight Sponsor - 2 available
Golden Glow Sponsor - 1 available

After August 15, any remaining seats reserved for sponsorships will be released as regular Gala seats and offered to those on our waiting list first.

We are ALSO strongly considering adding an overflow seating section due to the amount of interest we have continued to receive.

Overflow seating would allow additional guests to attend the Gala and experience the awards ceremony and entertainment; however, these seats would not include the dinner/food service included with our regular Gala seating. But would be available for purchase while at the Gala separately.

WAITLIST: https://forms.gle/hB91BkuupkNoDrmK8

Joining the waitlist does not guarantee a seat, but those on the list will be given priority as seats become available. And will be first to be offered the overflow seating.

We genuinely cannot thank this community enough. Selling out so early was beyond what we anticipated, and the fact that we're now discussing how to make room for MORE people is pretty incredible.

September 5, 2026 | Doors Open at 6:00 PM | Black Tie

We cannot wait to celebrate with you.

We are thrilled to recognize Bristles and Broomsticks as a Spotlight Sponsor of the 2026 Best In View Gala!

Their generous support helps us create an unforgettable evening celebrating the incredible businesses, organizations, and individuals who make our community so special.

Thank you, Bristles & Broomsticks , for helping us shine a spotlight on the very best in our community. We are truly grateful to have you as part of this year’s celebration!

A Standing Ovation for Our Intermission Entertainment Sponsor! 🎭

We are thrilled to recognize Stage Crafters Community Theatre, Inc as an In-Kind Sponsor of the 2026 Best In View Gala!

Thanks to their generosity and commitment to the arts, our guests will enjoy a special live performance during intermission, adding another unforgettable moment to an evening dedicated to celebrating the very best our community has to offer.

Stage Crafters has been enriching our community through the power of live theatre, bringing stories to life, inspiring creativity, and creating opportunities for performers of all ages to shine. Their passion for the arts and dedication to our community make them the perfect partner for this year's gala.

We cannot wait for everyone to experience the incredible talent they will be bringing to the stage on ***September 5th***.

Please join us in thanking Stage Crafters Community Theatre for helping make the 2026 Best In View Gala an unforgettable evening of celebration, entertainment, and community.

Thank you for believing in our mission and for sharing your talent with our guests. We are honored to have you as part of this year's gala!

We had the privilege of attending Little Haven Coffee ‘s VIP soft opening, and what an incredible experience it was.

We got to learn their process and what all went into each recipe and were invited to sample several menu items, including the Breakfast Burrito, Italian Pesto Panini, and the Biscoff Dream Croffle, along with the Chocolate Haze, The Haven, Banana Short Bread, and Caramel Matcha.

The best compliment I can give is this: you can tell when someone has poured their heart into something.
Every bite and every sip reflected intentionality, creativity, and genuine passion. Nothing felt like an afterthought. From the quality of the ingredients to the flavor combinations and presentation, it was clear that every detail had been carefully considered to create an experience, not just a meal.

Thank you for inviting us to be part of your VIP soft opening. It was an honor to get an early look at what you've been building, and we have no doubt the community is going to love it.

Congratulations on creating something truly special. We encourage everyone to give it a try when they open. 🩷

After CrystalEyezed purchased a sponsor seat along with other seats for the 2026 Best In View Gala, we knew we wanted to create something special just for them. We are excited to welcome them as our very first Rose Gold Sponsor!

This package was designed just for them!

Thank you, for believing in and supporting an evening dedicated to celebrating the very best of our community. We are truly grateful to have you as part of this year’s black-tie gala!

2026 Best In View Black-Tie Gala
Saturday, September 5, 2026
Crestview Community Center
Doors open at 6:00 p.m.
Attire: Black Tie/Ball Gown/Cocktail

The evening will include:

- An opening speech from Purple Heart recipient and Green Beret Martin Acosta, Marty Mart

- Live intermission entertainment presented by Stage Crafters Community Theatre, Inc

- Food, snacks, and drinks will be available
Lumpia Haus LLC
Ate Dee's Kitchen
More to come 🩷

- Adult Beverages will be available through Main Street Crestview Association, Inc.

- The official presentation of the 2026 Best In View Awards
An evening of celebration, recognition, and community

Tickets may be purchased here:
https://www.sosocialites.com/event-details/best-in-view-gala-2

The event link is here: https://www.facebook.com/share/183DaaQcHz/

A limited number of sponsorship opportunities are still available through August 15th. Sponsorships may be purchased directly through the ticketing page, and sponsors will receive all benefits included with their selected sponsorship package.

All winners that we were able to find contact information for have been notified.

Tickets have been released to our sponsors.

Discount codes will be sent out to all winners.

And Tickets will be released to the public at the end of this week.

Who is ready to mingle and celebrate with the Best of the Best?

✨ Spotlight Sponsor Announcement✨

A huge thank you to Essence Salon for being a Spotlight Sponsor of the 2026 Best In View Gala!

Your support helps us celebrate the incredible businesses, organizations, and individuals who make our community such a special place. We are grateful to have partners like Essence Salon helping us create an unforgettable evening dedicated to recognizing excellence across our community.

Please join us in thanking Essence Salon for investing in and supporting the Best In View mission. We appreciate you and are honored to have you as part of this year's gala!

✨ Golden Glow Sponsor Spotlight ✨

A heartfelt thank you to our Golden Glow Sponsor for helping make the Best In View Gala possible!

Your generosity and commitment to our community help us celebrate the incredible businesses, organizations, and individuals who make our area such a special place to live, work, and thrive. Events like the Best In View Gala wouldn't be possible without partners like you who believe in recognizing excellence and supporting local success.

We are honored to have you as part of this year's celebration and truly appreciate your investment in our community.

💛 Thank you for being a valued Golden Glow Sponsor!
Be sure to show them some love by visiting their business, following their page, and supporting the businesses that support our community.

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