The Philadelphia Museum of Art hosted its Art After Dark party on April 16th to benefit their education department. The celebration had a carnaval theme that was enhanced by the Museum's Dalí exhibition. Guests enjoyed a pre-party cocktail reception, a Spanish-themed dinner on the East Balcony, and dessert and dancing in the Great Stair Hall. The evening also included a Dalí-inspired hunt through the galleries. Guests took part in a night of colorful masks and feathers, and were entertained by dancers, stilt walkers, and a juggler.

Le Bec-Fin celebrated its 35th anniversary on April 8th. Guests enjoyed cocktails & Hors D'oeuvres.

The Philadelphia Film Society's Film Festival opened on April 7th with a screening of Ferpect Crime at the Prince Music Theater. Opening night festivities were held at Top of the Tower. A Reception for the screening of David Duchovny's film House of D was held on April 8th at the private residence of Allison and William Rulon-Miller.

The Academy of Vocal Arts celebrated its 70th Anniversary on April 3, 2005 with "BrAVA Philadelphia! A Concert ExtrAVAganza of Opera Stars." The concert was held at the Kimmel Center's Verizon Hall and was followed by a reception at the Park Hyatt Philadelphia at the Bellevue.The concert featured Met star Aprile Millo, alumni Stuart Neill, Indra Thomas and more. Proceeds benefited the AVA Scholarship Fund.

The American Red Cross held its annual Red Ball at the National Constitution Center on Saturday, March 5, 2005. Proceeds benefited programs and services of the American Red Cross Southeastern Pennsylvania Chapter.