We are excited to invite you to an unforgettable evening as we honor our Austin legacy and celebrate the people, traditions and values that have shaped our school — from the Friar alumni who built our foundation to the current Crusaders carrying that legacy forward.

We are honored to welcome Archbishop Weisenburger of Detroit as our special guest, along with a captivating live performance by speed painter Dave Sanita. Building on a Legacy will be an evening of inspiration, celebration and Crusader pride you won’t want to miss.

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Download the Gala 2026 parent commitment form here.

Gala Surprise: Dave Santia!

We’ve planned an unforgettable surprise for this year’s Gala!

Get ready to watch in amazement as world-renowned speed painter Dave Santia takes the stage for a one-of-a-kind live performance. He’ll create giant works of art before your eyes — even painting upside down!

And the excitement doesn’t stop when the paint dries. Dave’s incredible works will be auctioned off during the Gala, giving a few very lucky winners the chance to take home an extraordinary piece of art.

You won’t want to miss this!

Learn more about Santia: https://davesantia.com/