2025 Autism Speaks Houston Chef Gala

We invite you to join us on Saturday, October 11, 2025 for the 6th annual Autism Speaks Chef Gala Houston at Bayou Music Center. Join event Co-Hosts, Sonya Bly and Maryam Majlessi Baddour and more than 400 guests, representing Houston's top foodies, philanthropists, business leaders, and corporate sponsors. The evening will begin with an opportunity to peruse the silent auction while sipping on cocktails and enjoying hors d'oeuveres. Guests will make their way into the music hall where they will enjoy unique culinary creations from more than 15 renowned Houston Chefs. The Chefs will be assisted by Junior Sous Chefs, children or young adults on the spectrum. Following dinner, the evening will conclude with a short program and live auction.

By joining us, you’ll be empowering our work to promote solutions for the needs of people with autism and their families and will support our continued commitment to create a kinder, more inclusive world.