TIME UNTIL THE EVENT

 🎉 McKinney Media Presents: 4th Anniversary Photo Gala

📍 Venture X Bethlehem | 306 S New Street, Bethlehem, PA

📅 Saturday, August 9, 2025 | 🕕 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM

🎟 Free General Admission | $50 VIP | $200 VIP Table (5 Guests)

🔗 www.mckinneymedia.co/gala | #McKinneyPhotoGala

Celebrate Legacy. Experience Innovation. Build Community.

Join McKinney Media for a one-of-a-kind evening celebrating four years of creative excellence, media innovation, and meaningful impact. The 4th Anniversary Photo Gala is not just an event — it’s a full-sensory experience blending storytelling, technology, music, education, and community all under one roof.

This immersive, multimedia showcase highlights the people, projects, and purpose that have propelled McKinney Media to the forefront of visual media in the Greater Lehigh Valley and beyond. Whether you’re a client, creative, entrepreneur, or supporter — this evening is designed for you.

✨ What to Expect:

• Multimedia Gallery: Curated framed photography, cinematic video displays, and interactive AR experiences
• Live Entertainment: DJ RomeoG, with a live DJ set
• Networking Lounge: Connect with top professionals, creatives, and community leaders
• Gourmet Culinary Experience: Artfully crafted menu by Wrap’d Tight Catering
• On-the-Spot Photography: Instant digital delivery with the option for premium printed glass photos
• Merchandise Station: Shop limited-edition McKinney Media anniversary gear
• Program Launch: Be among the first to explore the McKinney School of Media & Marketing
• Ribbon Cutting Ceremony: Presented in partnership with the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce
• Global Livestream: Engage from anywhere with our full digital broadcast

🗣 A Word from the Founder:

“This event isn’t just a celebration of our past — it’s a vision of the future,” said Carter McKinney, Founder & Creative Director of McKinney Media. “In just four years, we’ve grown from a start-up to a creative force, producing high-impact content for brands across the country. The Gala is both a thank-you and a launchpad — a space for connection, innovation, and inspiration.”

📌 Event Details:

• Date: Saturday, August 9, 2025
• Time: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
• Venue: Venture X Bethlehem | 306 S New Street, Bethlehem, PA 18015
• Virtual Access: Livestream available
• RSVP & Tickets: www.mckinneymedia.co/gala

📞 Contact:

Labrel Simone

Chief of Events, McKinney Media

📧 labrel@mckinneymedia.co

📲 (484) 548-5716‬

🌐 www.mckinneymedia.co

Join us in celebrating four unforgettable years of creativity, strategy, and storytelling — and help shape what comes next. 🚀

NETWORKING EVENTS

THEPHOTOPARTY is a creative networking event for all entrepreneurs and creatives. It's a safe place to relax, have fun, eat FREE food, and meet likeminded people in your community. We started hosting these at our home studio in Nazareth, PA but hope to expand across the country.

PHILANTHROPY

We hosted a FREE Haircut and School Supply Drive for the students in need in Bethlehem, PA on August 19th from 10am - 5pm! We collected supplies from August 1st until end of day August 19th. With the help of volunteers and donations, we raised over 50 backpacks full of supplies, and many haircuts for students in need.

GET INVOLVED

Contact us now to see how you can Sponsor, Become a Vendor, Volunteer, Partner, and more!