Thurs, September 24th, 2026 (5-9pm) | St. Paul Event Center
For a decade, Minnesota 8 has stood on the frontlines of the fight for family liberation, transforming a grassroots rallying cry into a powerful, holistic movement for Southeast Asian communities. Today, that movement is stronger than ever and the fight is far from over.
You are invited to join the MN8 family, community builders, and visionary partners for an evening celebrating a decade of holistic advocacy, collective healing, and resistance. Together, we will honor our history, ground ourselves in our values, and fund the next era of our fight for liberation.
Our struggle is systemic, but our power is collective. Since 2002, over 17,000 Southeast Asians have received final orders of removal. MN8 exists to say no more.
Join the MN8 families, community builders, and visionary partners for an evening celebrating a decade of resistance. By purchasing a ticket or a table, you are investing in our work to end detention and deportation and to support pathways towards abundance and access for Southeast Asian communities.
Registration closes at 5pm on September 18, 2026. After this date, no cancellations or refunds are permitted.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Join us as we look back at the original campaign that shaped us, hearing updates from those who lived it and exploring how their journeys define MN8’s work today. Throughout the night, you will have the opportunity to network with our expanding community, learn more about MN8’s programs, and participate in our silent and live auctions to fund the future of our mission.
SCHEDULE
5:00pm Social Hour & Silent Auction
6:00pm Program Begins & Live Auction
7:30pm Silent Auction Closes | More Social Hour
9:00pm Event Ends
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Our 10th anniversary gala is a celebration of the entire community that makes our mission possible. It’s a night to honor the dedicated founders and early supporters who built our foundation, welcome the energy of our newest members, and unite to fund the next chapter of our continuous work. If you believe in our cause, you belong here.
Once registration is open, you can purchase the table and go back into your account later to add guest names, contact info, and title later, or reach out to our team here for assistance. Dietary consideration and accommodations by September 18, 2026.
Yes, please have one person purchase tickets for everyone.
Registration closes at 5pm on September 18, 2026. After this date, no cancellations or refunds are permitted.
Parking Ramp entrance at St. Paul Event Center for discounted parking. Located between 6th and 7th Street on Wabasha St. North – past the Walgreens & The Pillbox Tavern on your right. The parking ramp for St. Paul Event Center is located on Wabasha Street North. You will see signage for “Ramp C” with additional St. Paul Event Center signage. When approaching the pay station, take your ticket upon entering. If event pricing is in place, select St. Paul Event Center to secure your special rate of $7. All parking vouchers may be secured following the event, as an attendant will be at the door to purchase your voucher for $7.
When you enter “Ramp C,” proceed to the third floor. You will continue to see St. Paul Event Center signage through the ramp. Enter the white doors and proceed down the corridor to the second set of white doors. Upon entering, you will see us straight ahead. If you are parking on another floor, proceed to the white doors and down the corridor to the second set of white doors. Once inside, an elevator will be directly on your right. Proceed to the elevator and take it to the third floor. Once inside, the St. Paul Event Center will be on your right. The venue does not have a relationship to secure the $7 rate with this ramp. Please check the signage and pay station at this ramp when parking.
We want you to feel comfortable while we celebrate! We recommend business casual or cocktail attire. Think of this event as a great excuse to dress up a little, but leave the tuxedos and ballgowns at home. Most importantly, we just want you there to celebrate with us.
