Frequently Asked Questions

Every year, we field lots of questions about Noche de Gourmet, and we've compiled a list of the most popular questions below. If you have a question that isn't addressed in the list below, and you can't find the information you need elsewhere on this website, please contact us at NOCHE@PHOENIX2030.COM.

What is the Active 20-30 Club of Phoenix/Children In Need Foundation?

The Active 20-30 Club of Phoenix is one of Arizona's most prestigious and active men's fundraising clubs, founded in 1932 by a group of local businessmen, including the Honorable Senator Barry Goldwater. The Children In Need Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization maintained by current & past members of Phoenix 20-30. CINF is the primary benificary of Phoenix 20-30 fundraising events, and awards monies to local charities and end-user organizations each year. For more information, visit www.phoenix2030.com or www.cinfaz.org.

What's the dress code for Noche de Gourmet?

The suggested dress code is Cocktail Attire/Semi-Formal. Dress code isn't enforced, but we'd hate for anyone to feel "under-dressed" at the event. Check out the Gallery page for photos from prior years if you'd like to get an idea of what people wear.

Where exactly is Tempe Center for the Arts?

TCA is located on the southwest end of Tempe Town Lake at 700 W Rio Salado Parkway.

How do I get to Tempe Center for the Arts?

Take the 202 Red Mountain Freeway to Exit #6 (Priest Drive/Center Parkway), go south on Priest Drive to Rio Salado Parkway (½ mile), and continue east on Rio Salado Parkway to TCA (¾ mile). However, we strongly advise that you check the ADOT website for road closures on the day of the event - we don't want you showing up late!

What time does the event start/end?

Doors open at 7pm, lights out at midnight. If you'd like to party past midnight, Mill Avenue is less than 1 mile away.

Noche de Gourmet is a charity event - is my ticket tax-deductible?

Yes, but maybe not 100%. Noche de Gourmet is a charity event, but if you attend the event and sample the food & beverages, then your donation will be partially tax-deductible - you must reduce your tax deduction by the amount of the goods/services you receive (we'll let you and your accountant/tax-professional determine that amount). If you purchase a ticket and don't attend the event, the entire amount will be tax-deductible.