Join us in October, 2026 for a multi-day celebration of Pan Am’s myriad international flights out of JFK (previously Idlewild) that connected the United States to the rest of the world. Pan Am’s impact helped cement New York City’s global stature as THE place to visit and conduct business.
We’ll enjoy cocktails and dinner on Thursday, October 8th at our evening welcome party. On Friday, take in the sights, shop, visit NYC’s famed museums, or sign up for a one of the tours that we plan to offer, before joining us for the evening at our annual gala, themed “I’ll Take Manhattan”.
Saturday offers another opportunity to enjoy a tour, as well as a cruise up the Hudson River that evening.
If you’ve never visited the Pan Am Museum, take advantage of a special tour that will be offered on Sunday. Before you head home, grab your luggage and climb aboard a bus to the Museum. After touring the Museum, the bus will drop you off at JFK or LGA.
Come for a weekend of Pan Am nostalgia and fun in the Big Apple … you won’t be disappointed!
Thursday,
October 8
"I'll Take Manhattan" Welcome Party and Buffet Dinner
6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Friday,
October 9
Daytime Tours TBA
"I'll Take Manhattan" Gala
5:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Saturday,
October 10
Daytime Tours TBA
"I'll Take Manhattan" Harbor Cruise
Bus pickup at 6:00 p.m., Return at 11:00 p.m.
Sunday,
October 11
The Pan Am Museum Tour
Bus Pickup at Hotel 8:30 a.m.
Depart Museum for LGA/JFK airport at 1:30 p.m.
The Welcome Party, Gala, and Harbor Cruise events include beverages and dinner as noted in the event details. The Gala includes guest speakers, live entertainment, silent auction, dancing, and more!
The Pan Am Museum tour at the Cradle of Aviation Museum includes transport from the hotel to the Museum, and from the Museum to your choice of LGA or JFK airports. Book your flight to depart at 5:00 p.m. or later.
In addition, we are planning to offer tours of Manhattan on Friday and Saturday and will provide complete information when details are finalized.
Pan Am Museum Foundation members must first log in on the Museum’s website to secure discounted member pricing.
Member pricing is limited to member plus one guest. Additional tickets may be purchased at the non-member rate.
PAN AM MUSEUM MEMBER PRICING
NON-MEMBER PRICING
TOUR PRICING
(MEMBERS & NON-MEMBERS)
Sheraton Times Square
Location, Location, Location!
Occupying half of a city block, the 51-story hotel sits in the center of activity in midtown Manhattan. It’s within walking distance of iconic shopping, legendary restaurants, Rockefeller Center, Radio City Music Hall, and many Broadway theatres.
811 Seventh Avenue, New York City, NY
- $343.10/NIGHT (includes taxes: $299 + 14.75% taxes = $343.10)
- Destination Fee Has Been Waived!
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Reservation cutoff is August 3, 2026
Rooms are available from 10/08/2026 through 10/12/2026.
Hotel will honor rate, dependent on availability, beginning on Oct 05 through Oct 15.
Rate applies to single or double rooms.
First night deposit required upon booking.
CANCELLATIONS MADE LESS THAN 72 HOURS (3 DAYS) PRIOR TO ARRIVAL ARE SUBJECT TO ONE NIGHT’S ROOM AND TAX FEE ON THE CREDIT CARD USED TO MAKE RESERVATION.
Guest room rate includes complimentary basic WIFI and health club privileges.
Due to the limited room inventory at the hotel, our discounted rate is available only to those attending at least one of the three evening events. After you purchase tickets, our event team will provide you with instructions for reserving your room.
Please note that all hotel room inventories are based on availability at the time of booking. Be sure to purchase your tickets early to help ensure an available room!
Taxis, Uber, and Lyft are available at each airport.
PAN AM MUSEUM FUNDRAISING GALA 2026
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
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Become a Pan Am Gala Sponsor at the October 9th celebration!
Sponsors will receive a wide array of publicity and advertising exposure and will have access to a valuable network of discriminating travelers and consumers in addition to a broad range of social media outreach programs.
ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES 2026
2026 Pan Am Gala Brochure Ad Space
Ad Submissions deadline: August 15, 2026
Secure your spot today to showcase your brand to a wide audience in a beautifully crafted publication that celebrates this special event.
Please note that admission to the event is granted only for the table bundles.
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Table/Full-Page Ad Bundle $4125
FULL-PAGE COLOR ADVERTISEMENT (SIZE 7.4" x10") PLUS 10 TICKETS TO THE OCT. 9TH PAN AM ANNUAL GALA DINNER
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Table/Half-Page Ad Bundle $3875
HALF-PAGE COLOR ADVERTISEMENT (SIZE 7.4" x 10") PLUS 10 TICKETS TO THE OCT. 9TH PAN AM ANNUAL GALA DINNER
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Two-Page Centerfold $2500
TWO-PAGE CENTERFOLD COLOR ADVERTISEMENT (TOTAL SIZE 14.8" X 10")
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Back Cover Page $2500
BACK PAGE COLOR ADVERTISEMENT TOTAL SIZE (7.4 X 10)
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Inside Back Cover $2500
FULL PAGE COLOR ADVERTISEMENT TOTAL SIZE (7.4 X 10)
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Full-Page Color Advertisement $1000
Full-Page Color Advertisement - Total Size (7.4" x 10")
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Half-Page Color Advertisement $650
Half-Page Color Advertisement - Total Size (7.4" x 4.875")
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Quarter-Page Color Advertisement $400
Quarter-Page Color Advertisement - Total Size (3.55" x 4.85")
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Business Card Size $75
Business Card Size - Total Size (3.88" x 2.45")
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Friends of the Pan Am Museum Donor $50
Name listing on the "Friends of the Pan Am Museum Foundation" page
Use the form below to submit your ad choice and payment online. You may also print the form in the Ad Spec Sheet (above) and mail/email the information.
Questions about sponsorships or advertising?
Please email: psmith@thepanammuseum.org
