ANNUAL GETAWAY & GALA
A Jekyll island Foundation Event
May 1 – 3, 2026 | Jekyll Island
A getaway with a greater cause
The Jekyll Island Foundation invites you to be part of something special: Jekyll Island | Gilded & Wild – a celebration of the stewardship of Georgia’s most intriguing barrier island. Gilded & Wild highlights conservation, preservation, and education, supporting Jekyll Island Foundation’s mission to help preserve and enhance the island’s natural and historic treasures for future generations.
Presenting a weekend of discovery
Friday – Sunday, May 1 – 3
Friday
- Arrive at your leisure early Friday, check in at registration, and browse the auction while connecting with friends old and new
- Sponsors gather for a private reception at Hollybourne Cottage
- Attendees enjoy a cocktail reception at the Historic District’s Gould Casino while reliving the Gilded Age
Saturday
- Attendees choose from an array of private, curated island excursions for the day
- Relax and refresh as you prepare for Saturday evening’s cocktail reception
- Enjoy a gilded black-tie gala, with silent and live auction at the oceanfront Jekyll Island Convention Center
Sunday
- Enjoy a casual breakfast at your leisure. Be sure to pick up your auction wins!
Become a Sponsor
Jekyll Island thrives through the ongoing support of those who value its natural beauty and historic charm.
As a sponsor of the Jekyll Island Foundation, your impact is felt year-round—through initiatives that preserve, conserve, and protect this extraordinary place. Sponsorships, based on level, include exclusive benefits throughout the year and feature recognition at our signature event, Gilded & Wild, where your commitment is celebrated in a truly memorable way.
Gilded & Wild Live Auction
Auction item registration coming soon!
We invite you to contribute to our silent and live auctions—where every donation matters, from items or a trip to unique experiences. Silent auction items will be on display and open for bidding throughout the weekend, with bidding closing just before the gala on Saturday evening. The live auction will take place during the gala.
