The RGV Hispanic Chamber of Commerce’s “Phantom of the Gala” on Oct. 20 is a formal black-tie-optional masquerade ball featuring a live performance, welcome reception with cocktails, live music and the awarding of Businessman & Business Woman of the Year, as well as the coveted “Golden Eagle Award.” The evening also includes a three-course meal, crafted cocktails, live entertainment and photo opportunities.

The gala will also feature a live and silent auction to benefit the RGV Hispanic Chamber, which supports small businesses and the community at large. The Mission of the RGVHCC is to strengthen local businesses and professionals through networking, mentorship, education and promoting economic development across the border region. The RGVHCC membership is comprised of ambitious professionals spanning a wide variety of industries.

The evening’s honorees include:

• Golden Eagle Award: Eduardo Campirano
• Business Man of the Year: Sam Vale
• Business Women of the Year: Deanna Cochran
• Small Corporation of the Year: Aguilar’s Meat Market
• Medium Corporation of the Year: B to Z Engineering
• Large Corporation of the Year: South Texas Health System

$125 Individual tickets are $125 each; reserved table for eight is $1,500.

Register online.