A familiar MasterChef pairing is stepping out of TV and into Los Cabos for a one-night fundraiser tied to a very local need. The evening blends small bites with live art, music, and a fashion showroom, with ticket sales aimed at supporting San José del Cabo’s general hospital. Seats are limited, and the organizers are pitching it as a social night that also delivers practical help. Here’s what’s confirmed so far, and what the event is meant to fund.
A night designed to fund hospital needs
On March 24, San José del Cabo will host Noche con Causa. It is a charity night for the Hospital General de San José del Cabo “Dr. Raúl A. Carrillo”. Organizers say the goal is simple: raise money and direct it to urgent hospital needs. They have pointed to gaps in medical equipment and to patient support that cannot wait. Part of that support, they say, includes help for children with cancer who need treatment. The effort is being organized by Fundación Aline y Milaya, a nonprofit focused on children facing serious illness. The foundation says it also supports parents and works with medical teams and institutions. For long-term residents, the appeal is local and direct. This is the hospital many families turn to in emergencies or when private care is not an option. For newcomers and part-time residents, it is also a clear window into community needs. The evening’s entertainment is meant to draw a crowd, but the stated purpose is to raise funds.
What the evening includes at Hampton Inn Los Cabos
The program starts at 7 p.m. at the Hampton Inn Los Cabos, organizers say. They expect a crowd of about 200 people, which sets a tight limit on seats. Tickets are listed at 1,000 pesos per person. The hotel sits on the corridor between San José del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas. Food is the headline, with canapés planned by Litzy alongside chef Alfonso “Poncho” Cadena. Instead of a single long dinner, the night is described as a mix of short experiences. A fashion showroom is slated to feature designer Gabriela Caselín. Live art is planned with Pedro Zapata Milla, and music is scheduled with Paco López. Organizers describe it as a blend of gastronomy, art, music, and fashion. The idea is to keep guests moving through food, art, and sound in one space. For attendees, that usually means more mingling and less sitting. It also keeps the focus on the fundraiser, since the program can run at a steady pace.
The MasterChef connection behind the kitchen
For many guests, the hook is the MasterChef Celebrity connection. Litzy competed in the 2024 season and reached the semifinal stage. Chef Poncho Cadena served as a judge that season, alongside other long-time faces of the franchise. The two have said the show is where they first met, even if the format kept them at a distance. After filming ended, they stayed in touch and began appearing together at food events. This fundraiser is one of the few chances to see that pairing in a small-scale setting. It is also a reminder that reality-TV visibility can be used for something local. That matters in Los Cabos, where the resident population and the visitor economy sit side by side. For expats, donating through a ticket can feel more concrete than a broad appeal online. It also offers a social setting that makes it easier to show up, especially for people new to the area.
Where the proceeds are expected to go
Organizers say proceeds will be directed to needs identified at the general hospital in San José del Cabo. They have emphasized equipment purchases as a priority. They also say some of the money is intended to help cover treatment costs for specific patients. That includes pediatric cases, according to the organizers’ description of the cause. Fundación Aline y Milaya frames its work as hands-on support for children with chronic or life-threatening conditions. It also describes collaboration with hospitals and prior visits to the San José del Cabo general hospital. Taken together, the pitch is clear: one night of entertainment to fund practical care. For potential guests, the most useful details are the date and the start time. The price and the limited capacity also matter, since the event relies on ticket sales. Beyond that, the organizers’ message is that every filled seat counts as hospital support. Any added donations or sponsorships, they suggest, can amplify what ticket sales alone can cover.
