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Philadelphia's Finest
Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 7pm
Union Trust
717 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106
For more information, please contact:
Emma Thornton
ethornton@cff.org
(267) 841-5366
The 2025 Philadelphia's Finest Finale Gala will be taking place at Union Trust, located at 717 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19106 from 7-11 PM on Thursday, November 6th.
Cocktail hour will take place on the second floor. The main program and festivities will take place downstairs starting at 8 PM. Auction will be set up upstairs and guests will be able to peruse the auction during cocktail hour and after dinner service.
Directions
FROM DELAWARE OR THE AIRPORT –
Follow 95 North to Exit 22 (Callowhill Street). Exit ramp is on the LEFT, while exiting stay in the right lane, this will put you on Callowhill Street. Follow Callowhill Street to 8th Street, make a LEFT turn. Follow 8th Street to Chestnut Street, make a LEFT turn on Chestnut Street. Follow Chestnut Street one half block, and Union Trust will be on your LEFT.
FROM NEW JERSEY AND NEW YORK –
Take exit 4 off the New Jersey Turnpike. Follow Rt. 73N to Rt. 38W. Then Rt. 38W to Rt. 30 W. Follow signs and cross the Benjamin Franklin Bridge. Over the bridge, proceed straight to 8th Street, make a LEFT turn onto 8th. Follow to Chestnut Street, make a LEFT turn onto Chestnut Street. Follow Chestnut Street one half block, and Union Trust will be on your LEFT.
FROM 76 EAST (VALLEY FORGE) –
Take the 676 (Center City) South exit. Then exit onto 8th Street south, turn RIGHT. Proceed on 8th Street to Chestnut Street. *(Proceed with directions listed above)
FROM THE NORTHEAST –
Take I-95 South. Take the CALLOWHILL ST exit, EXIT 22, toward I-676 E/US-30 E/INDEPENDENCE HALL. Turn RIGHT onto CALLOWHILL ST. Turn LEFT onto 8TH ST. *(Proceed with directions listed above).
Parking
The Parkway parking lot is an open-air lot located directly to the right of Union Trust at 711 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106. As you are driving down Chestnut Street, turn left into the lot with the large mural painting. The Union Trust is easily accessible through the set of glass front doors on Chestnut Street. There are two large silver plaques with the Union Trust and Finley Catering logos flanking the entrance.
PLEASE NOTE: If you do not park in this lot, you will not receive complimentary parking. Parking is included in your ticket price, but only if you park in THIS LOT.
Attire
Cocktail attire is recommended for the Philadelphia's Finest Finale Gala.
Auction
The Finest Finale Gala will feature a silent auction- the silent auction will open ahead of the event and will take place entirely on the CFF auction platform, which you will receive an invitation to join prior to the event. The auction will feature autographed sports/pop culture merchandise, trips, and fantastic experiences in the greater Philadelphia area!
The silent auction will be closing at 10:15 PM on November 6th. You will receive a notice informing you which items you won, and you will be able to check out for the auction online using your credit card.
Before you leave, please don't forget to stop by the auction checkout table to receive your winning items.
In lieu of cash, we ask that you make all payments/contributions to the CF Foundation with a credit card or check. We accept all major credit cards. Thank you for your understanding.
Events may be subject to change based on health or safety concerns. If an event is moved to virtual, sponsorship benefits may be adjusted to fit that format. If an event is cancelled, your local contact will reach out to discuss options.
At the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, we commit to equity, racial justice, diversity, and inclusion as core principles guiding our efforts to provide all people with CF the opportunity to live long, fulfilling lives. We strive to host inclusive and accessible events that enable all individuals to engage fully. Please be aware that a 3-week notice is requested as some accommodations may require time for the Foundation to arrange. If you have a disability and require accommodations to fully participate in this activity, please contact the chapter for assistance.
Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 7pm
Union Trust
717 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106
For more information, please contact:
Emma Thornton
ethornton@cff.org
(267) 841-5366
Venue
The 2025 Philadelphia's Finest Finale Gala will be taking place at Union Trust, located at 717 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19106 from 7-11 PM on Thursday, November 6th.
Cocktail hour will take place on the second floor. The main program and festivities will take place downstairs starting at 8 PM. Auction will be set up upstairs and guests will be able to peruse the auction during cocktail hour and after dinner service.
Directions
FROM DELAWARE OR THE AIRPORT –
Follow 95 North to Exit 22 (Callowhill Street). Exit ramp is on the LEFT, while exiting stay in the right lane, this will put you on Callowhill Street. Follow Callowhill Street to 8th Street, make a LEFT turn. Follow 8th Street to Chestnut Street, make a LEFT turn on Chestnut Street. Follow Chestnut Street one half block, and Union Trust will be on your LEFT.
FROM NEW JERSEY AND NEW YORK –
Take exit 4 off the New Jersey Turnpike. Follow Rt. 73N to Rt. 38W. Then Rt. 38W to Rt. 30 W. Follow signs and cross the Benjamin Franklin Bridge. Over the bridge, proceed straight to 8th Street, make a LEFT turn onto 8th. Follow to Chestnut Street, make a LEFT turn onto Chestnut Street. Follow Chestnut Street one half block, and Union Trust will be on your LEFT.
FROM 76 EAST (VALLEY FORGE) –
Take the 676 (Center City) South exit. Then exit onto 8th Street south, turn RIGHT. Proceed on 8th Street to Chestnut Street. *(Proceed with directions listed above)
FROM THE NORTHEAST –
Take I-95 South. Take the CALLOWHILL ST exit, EXIT 22, toward I-676 E/US-30 E/INDEPENDENCE HALL. Turn RIGHT onto CALLOWHILL ST. Turn LEFT onto 8TH ST. *(Proceed with directions listed above).
Parking
The Parkway parking lot is an open-air lot located directly to the right of Union Trust at 711 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106. As you are driving down Chestnut Street, turn left into the lot with the large mural painting. The Union Trust is easily accessible through the set of glass front doors on Chestnut Street. There are two large silver plaques with the Union Trust and Finley Catering logos flanking the entrance.
PLEASE NOTE: If you do not park in this lot, you will not receive complimentary parking. Parking is included in your ticket price, but only if you park in THIS LOT.
Timeline
7 PM: Registration Opens
7-8 PM: Cocktail Hour
7:45-8:30 PM: Dinner Service
8:30-9:30 PM: Program
9:45 PM: Dessert Service
10:15 PM: Auction Closes/Auction checkout
11 PM: Event ends
7 PM: Registration Opens
7-8 PM: Cocktail Hour
7:45-8:30 PM: Dinner Service
8:30-9:30 PM: Program
9:45 PM: Dessert Service
10:15 PM: Auction Closes/Auction checkout
11 PM: Event ends
Attire
Cocktail attire is recommended for the Philadelphia's Finest Finale Gala.
Auction
The Finest Finale Gala will feature a silent auction- the silent auction will open ahead of the event and will take place entirely on the CFF auction platform, which you will receive an invitation to join prior to the event. The auction will feature autographed sports/pop culture merchandise, trips, and fantastic experiences in the greater Philadelphia area!
The silent auction will be closing at 10:15 PM on November 6th. You will receive a notice informing you which items you won, and you will be able to check out for the auction online using your credit card.
Before you leave, please don't forget to stop by the auction checkout table to receive your winning items.
In lieu of cash, we ask that you make all payments/contributions to the CF Foundation with a credit card or check. We accept all major credit cards. Thank you for your understanding.
Events may be subject to change based on health or safety concerns. If an event is moved to virtual, sponsorship benefits may be adjusted to fit that format. If an event is cancelled, your local contact will reach out to discuss options.
At the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, we commit to equity, racial justice, diversity, and inclusion as core principles guiding our efforts to provide all people with CF the opportunity to live long, fulfilling lives. We strive to host inclusive and accessible events that enable all individuals to engage fully. Please be aware that a 3-week notice is requested as some accommodations may require time for the Foundation to arrange. If you have a disability and require accommodations to fully participate in this activity, please contact the chapter for assistance.
