LINCOLN CITY, Ore. — The Lincoln City Cultural Center invites the community to step into an evening of music, celebration and generosity at this year’s Culture of Course! benefit event, happening Saturday, May 2, 2026, at the Cultural Center in Lincoln City.

This year’s theme, “Starlight Gala,” promises a magical night filled with great food, lively entertainment and opportunities to support one of the community’s most cherished gathering places for arts, culture and connection. This year, the Gala will be emceed by the wonderful Keith Altomare, owner of the Bijou Theatre. 

Guests will enjoy an elegant, multi-course dining experience that showcases some of the coast’s favorite culinary partners. The evening begins with an appetizer from The Red Roof Munchery, followed by a fresh salad from Neskowin Provisions, a memorable main course from Side Door Cafe, rolls from Fish Tails Cafe, and a sweet finale from My Petite Sweet — all…