Monaco Red Cross Ball

The Monaco Red Cross Ball is an annual charity event that has been taking place in Monaco since 1948, when the Monegasque Red Cross was founded by Prince Louis II. The ball is held in the Salle des Etoiles of the Sporting Monte-Carlo, and all proceeds benefit the Monaco Red Cross, which uses the donations to finance its local and international humanitarian actions. The ball is a symbol of gratitude towards the generous donors who support the organization's causes and a tribute to the work it has been able to carry out with their donations.

The Monaco Red Cross Ball is known for its prestigious prizes and famous works of art, which have been offered since 1989 by artists such as Moretti, Arman, Cesar, Velickovic, Paul Jenkins, Jean Miotte, Jean Daniel Lorieux, François Arnal, Bernard Rancillac, Peter Klasen, Sosno, and Nall. The event is one of the largest charity galas in the world, bringing together famous and prominent people, many of them from the ruling houses of Europe, and is the culmination of the summer season in Monaco.

The ball has a rich history, with the first Red Cross Ball in Monaco being organized by the ruling Prince of Monaco, Louis II, in 1948. The event has traditionally hosted charity concerts, auctions, and dinner parties, and has been presided over by notable figures such as Prince Rainier III and Princess Grace of Monaco. The ball has also been attended by celebrities such as Ella Fitzgerald, Sammy Davis Jr., Charles Trenet, Sacha Distel, Gilbert Bécaud, Charles Aznavour, and Shirley Bassey.

In recent years, the ball has been held in the Salle des Etoiles of the Monte-Carlo Sporting Club and has been presided over by H.S.H. Prince Albert II and H.S.H. Princess Charlene. The ball is a significant event in Monaco's social calendar and is known for its glamour, prestige, and charitable contributions.