2026 Rancho Rewind Live Auction & Gala

Event Details 
Date: Saturday, Feb 28th, 2026
Time: 6:00p VIP/ 6:30p General Admission to 11:00 p.m.  
Location: Round Hill Country Club, 3169 Roundhill Rd., Alamo, CA 94507
 
What to Expect
This is one of Rancho Romero’s most exciting and impactful fundraising events, raising over 30% of the Rancho Romero Education Fund (RREF) annual budget. These funds support vital programs like:
   •    Paraprofessionals
   •    Reading and math intervention + extensions
   •    Weekly music  
   •    Library access
   •    Noontime sports
…and so much more!
 
This year’s Rancho Rewind gala invites you to travel back in time with us to 1986 for a totally 80s prom night!

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Expect to:
   •    Enjoy a sit-down dinner with special dessert and premium wine options
   •    Bid on amazing items in the live auction
   •    Dance the night away with great music and late-night snacks
 
When do tickets go on sale?
Tickets are now on sale at ranchoromero.schoolauction.net/2026auction. We recommend creating an account in advance for seamless ticket purchases and participation in the online auction.

   •    General Admission Tickets are $195 per person and include:

          •    Dinner and dessert

          •    One Heads & Tails raffle ticket

          •    A professionally taken retro '80s prom photo

          •    Music, dancing, and an exciting live auction

   •    VIP Admission Tickets are $285 a person and also include:

          •    A signature welcome drink

          •    Two tickets to the main gala raffle (with prizes including vacation getaways and luxury items)

          •    A "Sponsor a teacher" ticket (covering the cost for one of our amazing teachers to attend the gala)

          •    Early access to cocktail hour

          •    Recognition at the gala and in our auction catalog
   •    Tickets are limited
   •    When purchasing tickets, you can:
          •    Specify up to 10 tablemates
          •    Choose to sit with other parents in your child’s class
If tickets sell out, you’ll have the option to join a waitlist.

 

​​​Dress Code 

Bring your fiercest fashion game! Anything from Pretty in Pink ruffles to rocker glam to sparkly sequins is perfect! The 80s were all about bold self-expression - there are no wrong choices, so go all out!

​​​Dining & Drinks 

• Dinner: Hors d’oeuvres will be served during cocktail hour, and a sit-down dinner will be served during the live auction.

• Dietary Restrictions: Vegetarian options are available; specify your preference at the time of ticket purchase.

• Dessert:

  • Delicious treats are included with your sit-down dinner.

  • Extra special dessert packages for your table will also be on the live auction.

• Alcoholic Beverages: 

  • Wine bottles (donated by Rancho families) will be available for purchase during cocktail hour - all proceeds will go to the school.

  • Cocktails can also be purchased from Round Hill’s bar, payable by cash, credit, or charged to your Round Hill member account.

Auction Details
What is the live auction?
The live auction is a highlight of the evening, featuring exclusive trips and experiences. Families will receive early access to preview items in the auction catalog. Don’t miss this thrilling opportunity to support our school!
 
What is the online auction?
The online auction will open at 6 am on Thursday February 19th. Rancho families will receive early access to preview items via email and newsletters.

• Auction items include kid and adult sign-up parties (see more below), vacation packages, gift cards, and more!

• Invite friends and family to participate - bidding is open to everyone.

• All bids are final, and items go to the highest bidder when the auction closes.

What are sign-up parties?
A beloved Rancho tradition, sign-up parties are hosted by Rancho staff and families and are some of the hottest online auction items each year. They are always a fun time and a great opportunity to enjoy an evening with your Rancho friends and meet new fellow parents/caregivers as well. Options range from grade-level parties with your child’s teacher to adult events with other parents. These sell out very fast, so log in as soon as the online auction opens!

We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

 

For questions, email RanchoGalaAuction@gmail.com.

 

Warm regards,

The Rancho Rewind Gala Team