A night of glamour, music and impact at Cielo, the Latino Commission on AIDS annual black-tie spectacular gala.

New York, NY, June 11, 2026 — The Latino Commission on AIDS, in partnership with the Hispanic Health Network, celebrated its annual Cielo Gala on Friday, June 5, 2026, at the iconic Cipriani Wall Street in New York City. Continuing the powerful theme "Designing a World Without AIDS," and reflecting on "Then. Now. Next." the event highlighted the ongoing unequal impact of HIV on Latine communities and the need to protect and empower future generations in the fight to end HIV.

New York, NY, May 21, 2026 — The Latino Commission on AIDS proudly announces that acclaimed ballroom icon, advocate, and cultural trailblazer Honey Valentín Gonzales, whose stage name is Honey Balenciaga, will be honored as the NextGen Cultural Ambassador during the 2026 Cielo Gala, taking place Friday, June 5, 2026, at Cipriani Wall Street. The annual Cielo Gala brings together leaders in public health, entertainment, government, advocacy, and community activism to celebrate transformative leadership in the fight against HIV/AIDS and to uplift those advancing equity and wellness for Latino and LGBTQ+ communities.

NEW YORK, NY — The Latino Commission on AIDS and Hispanic Health Network announced today that acclaimed creative artist and author D’angelo Thompson will serve as Chair of the 2026 Cielo Gala Committee, leading the organizations’ highly anticipated annual fundraising event. The Cielo Gala will take place on Friday, June 5, 2026, at the iconic Cipriani Wall Street in New York City, bringing together leaders from the arts, philanthropy, business, and advocacy to celebrate innovation, impact, and community.