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14.02.2026
13.02.2026
Silvertea 2026
The 75th Silvertee will take place this year an Novembver 10, 2026. As usual we will celebrate in the Kaisersaal of the Residenz.
07.02.2026
Magnolia Ball 2026
The Magnolia ball was a great success ! You can find details on our press page F: Presse | GAWC and in our longer description of the ball Charity Events – B: Magnolienball | GAWC.
20.01.2026
Dancing Delight in Waltz Time
We are delighted that our beautiful Magnolia Ball has been featured in the Süddeutsche Zeitung: From the Film Ball to the Magnolia Ball: Where the Stars Will Dance in Munich in 2026 – Munich – SZ.de: Article from Jan 20, 2026.
“Everyone waltz!” A great role model for major society events remains the Vienna Opera Ball. Just as at the Vienna State Opera, the Magnolia Ball at the Bayerischer Hof upholds the tradition of social debutantes. Not 144 debutantes wearing Swarovski tiaras accompanied by young gentlemen as in Vienna, but still more than a dozen young ladies with crowns and white gloves will be presented at the 73rd charity gala of the German-American Women’s Club of Munich. On the arms of their dance partners, dressed in tailcoats or uniforms, they open the ball with the Die Fledermaus Quadrille by Johann Strauss. Funds are raised for charitable causes and for the German-American student exchange (February 7).
20.11.2025
Visit to the Ronald McDonald House at the German Heart Center in Munich
Ulrike Kellner, Chairlady Wohltätigkeit, übergibt am 20. November 2025 einen Scheck über 6000,00 Euro. Damit finanziert der Deutsch-Amerikanischen Frauenclub München e.V. das schöne Kaminzimmer für weitere drei Jahre.
Die McDonald’s Kinderhilfe Stiftung betreibt bundesweit 23 Ronald McDonald Häuser in der Nähe von Kinderkliniken als Zuhause auf Zeit für Familien schwer kranker Kinder. Fünf davon in Bayern.
Mehr Details gibt es hier: B: Wohltätigkeit – A: Vor Ort | GAWC
11.11.2025
Silver Tea
This year's Silver Tea was a great event again, as always. A big thank you to everyone !
Details can be found here: A: Charity Events – A: Silbertee | GAWC
And photos are as usual in our gallery ! G: Galerie | GAWC
24.10.2025
Ticket Sales Magnolia Ball
The ticketsales for our yearly Magnolia Ball have started !
Please check out the Magnolia Ball website for all the details to reserve your perfect ball evening !
14.10.2025
Fortschritt Bayern
Another speaker at the GAWC of Munich (German-American Women’s Club of Munich) member meeting came from the organization FortSchritt Bayern — Ms. Tatijana von Quadt, accompanied by the organization’s press spokesperson, Ms. Svenja Kristen.
Ms. von Quadt was able to share, from very personal experience, what it means to have family members with disabilities and how essential it is to receive support from outside the family — especially with an inclusive mindset. It is important to embrace TOGETHERNESS from early childhood, through school, vocational training, and into adulthood.
For many, many years — nearly since its founding 30 years ago — the GAWC has supported this organization. At the upcoming Silver Tea event, FortSchritt will be one of the recipients of the club’s donation checks.
03.10.2025
VDAC Youth Trip 2025
The Federation of German American Clubs VDAC has organized a great trip again this year ! A detailed account of the travel can be found on our website about the Youth Program: C: Jugend & Studierende – A: Jugendprogramm | GAWC
17.09.2025
The application to become a Debutant at the Magnolia Ball 2026 is now open !
Every year the debutants enrich the magnolia ball through their presentation. Also for the ball next year on February 7, 2026 in hotel Bayerischer Hof, we are again looking for participants.
Should you be interested, you can now find the details on the new GAWC website Debutants
We are looking forward to receiving your application !
18.07.2025
Thank You to MAKRO!
At the summer gathering of the Munich Association of Reserve Officers (MAKRO), the German-American Women’s Club e.V. was presented with a donation check of €500, collected in advance for charitable purposes. Our president, Andrea Hellmann, gratefully accepted it in person.
The evening’s theme was “Command & Cocktail” on July 18, 2025, held at the Summer Bar of the Hofbräukeller at Wiener Platz. A wonderful summer evening dedicated to networking and charity.
Once again, a heartfelt thank you to MAKRO!
Fotocredits: Münchner Arbeitskreis Reserve Offiziere
04.07.2025
4th of July, Independence Day 2025
More than 750 invited guests attended the celebration of the 249th U.S. Independence Day at the U.S. Consulate General in Munich – among them numerous figures from politics, business, academia, media, civil society, and the military.
The atmosphere was shaped by live music, classic American specialties, and the solemn performance of both the U.S. and German national anthems. The highlight, however, were the addresses delivered by U.S. Consul General Dr. James Miller and Bavarian State Minister for Health, Care, and Prevention, Judith Gerlach.
Dr. Miller emphasized: “On this Independence Day, we are also reminded of two important milestones: the end of World War II 80 years ago, and next year’s 250th anniversary of the signing of the American Declaration of Independence.”
He recalled that 80 years ago, American soldiers liberated millions from Nazi tyranny and brought with them the enduring promise of freedom. He added:“As U.S. Consul General – and as the grandson of a Holocaust survivor and great-grandson of Holocaust victims – this anniversary carries deeply personal
meaning for me. It is also a powerful reminder of the United States’ commitment to fighting antisemitism and all forms of hate. As President Trump said: ‘Never again is now.’”
Dr. Miller further noted that the U.S. Consulate General in Munich, in close partnership with Bavaria, is working daily to advance shared priorities: “Together with Bavaria we are safer. Together with Bavaria we are stronger. Together with Bavaria we are more prosperous.”
Leading up to America250, the Consulate will highlight American and Bavarian excellence in research, education, sports, and culture – achievements that set global standards and inspire generations to come.
State Minister Judith Gerlach also underscored the importance of the close transatlantic partnership: “In these challenging times, we stand closer together than ever before.”
The 249th Independence Day celebration in Munich was a powerful symbol of the deeply rooted friendship between the United States and Bavaria.
Happy Independence Day!
Fotocredits: US-Generalkonsulat München
Fotocredits: US-Generalkonsulat München
Fotocredits: US-Generalkonsulat München
Fotocredits: US-Generalkonsulat München