GOTCC Comedy Night & Gift Auction Tickets Now on Sale
Annual fundraiser supports scholarships and educational assistance for local students.
Ocean Township, NJ – Get ready for an evening of laughter, dinner, networking and fun! Tickets are now on sale for the 2026 Greater Ocean Township Chamber of Commerce (GOTCC) Comedy Night & Gift Auction, taking place Thursday, November 19, at The Renaissance in Ocean Township. Doors open at 6 p.m.
The annual fundraiser will begin with a cocktail reception, gift auction viewing and networking, followed by a buffet dinner, open beer and wine bar and an evening of comedy featuring headliners Gemini and Billy Garan.
The event is more than just a night of entertainment. Proceeds help fund the GOTCC’s annual scholarship program, which provides scholarships to deserving local students. Funds also help provide educational assistance to students pursuing certifications, diplomas, trade programs and other educational opportunities that can help them achieve their career and life goals.
“Comedy Night is one of our most anticipated events of the year,” said Regina Longo, Executive Director of the GOTCC. “It gives our members and the community an opportunity to have a great evening together while supporting educational opportunities for local students.”
Individual tickets are $95, or a table of 10 is available for $900. Tickets are expected to sell quickly, as the event has sold out in previous years. All tickets purchased by November 1st will include a sheet of raffle tickets valued at $25. Tickets can be purchased at GOTCC.org.
The Gift Auction is an important part of the fundraiser, and the GOTCC is seeking donations of gift baskets, gift cards and monetary contributions. Businesses and individuals interested in donating are encouraged to contact the Chamber at 732-660-1888 or gotcc@gotcc.org.
The GOTCC Comedy Night & Gift Auction, along with the Chamber’s major events and community programs, is made possible in part through the generous support of its 2026 Corporate Sponsors:
Platinum Sponsor: VCS HR and Silver Sponsors: Manasquan Bank, Family First Urgent Care and Seaview Orthopaedic.
For more than four decades, the Greater Ocean Township Chamber of Commerce (GOTCC) has been a member-based nonprofit organization promoting the business community in the Township of Ocean and surrounding communities. The Chamber also gives back to the community through scholarships, educational assistance, outreach programs and other community initiatives.
For information about GOTCC membership, events or sponsorship opportunities, contact Executive Director Regina Longo at gotcc@gotcc.org or 732-660-1888, or visit GOTCC.org.
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