Celebrate the growth and momentum of The Wabash Lights at the projects first fundraising event, LIGHTBASH. It will be an unforgettable night where Chicagos creative, tech, philanthropic, and civic worlds come together to celebrate the vibrant community that has grown up around this public arts movement. Live DJs, dancing, interactive light activations, glass-blowing demonstrations, heavy hors doeuvres, open cocktail bar featuring Moet Hennessy and Revolution Brewing, raffle prizes, silent auction, and spectacular surprises. 6:00-9:00 p.m., Ignite Glass Studio, 401 North Armour Street. Map. More info.

Chicago Loop Alliance Foundation’s 14th Annual Illumination Gala. The black-tie gala gathers more than 500 supporters for a celebration of the Loop’s rich cultural amenities and its continued transformation due to the work of CLA Foundation and its supporters. An evening of food, drink, and live entertainment. Funds raised support CLA projects and programs, including ACTIVATE, public art initiatives, The Gateway, and more. 6:30-11:00 p.m., Palmer House Hilton, 17 East Monroe Street. Tickets: $375. Map. More info.

One of Chicago’s most unique eating experiences is back – McCormick Bridgehouse & Chicago River Museum’s Bridge Lift Breakfast. Noshers can view the raising and lowering of the DuSable Bridge (Michigan Avenue) from inside the Gear Room of the museum located in the five-story, 98-year-old bridge tower while enjoying a light breakfast of bagels, muffins, pastries, coffee, and fruit by Corner Bakery Café. Saturday Bridge Lift Breakfasts are scheduled for September 22, September 29, October 6, October 20, and October 27. Call the museum at 312-977-0227 or email JColes@chicagoriver.org to make a reservation. Bridge Lift Breakfasts are $15 per person. Saturday lifts begin around 9 a.m. Map. More info.