Bourbon Ball Bash
March 22, 2024
12:00 PM to 10:00 PM
The Bourbon Ball Bash celebrates the art of fine spirits with an event that offers attendees a unique opportunity to explore the bourbon world and watch all the basketball games simultaneously.
There will be activities to keep everyone engaged throughout the day. The event will take place March 22, 2024, at Receptions Event Centers Erlanger from 12:00 PM until 10:00 PM.
Our event’s goal is to enjoy spirits and games and give back to the community. Our team has chosen two outstanding charities for this event: Autism Connections and Behind The Badge Inc. We are proud to partner with two powerhouse organizations that provide support and resources to families along the spectrum and hometown first responders & military facing difficult life challenges. Proceeds from this event will be shared with both benefactors.
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Event Dates
March 22, 2024
Event Time
12:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Location
Receptions Erlanger
1379 Donaldson Hwy
Erlanger, KY 41018
VIP Ticket $150
Includes
π Unlimited drinks
π Unlimited food
π Commemorative glass
π Tickets are limited
Silver Ticket $55
Includes
π 1 drink ticket
π Unlimited food
Bronze Ticket $75
Includes
π 3 drink tickets
π Unlimited food
π Commemorative glass
π Tickets are limited
Basic Ticket $45
Includes
π Non-Alcoholic Ticket
π Unlimited Water, Soda, Coffee, Tea
π Unlimited Food
Bourbon Tasting, Basketball, Special Menu, Entertainment, and so much more.
Experience the Process
Bourbon Ball Bash provides the ideal platform to learn about the bourbon process by visiting different vendors throughout the day. Order your favorite bottles of bourbon at the event to enjoy at home.
If you are a distillery or business and would like to participate in the Bourbon Ball Bash, we would love to have you participate. To learn more, click the button below.
What to expect
Throughout the day, you can watch basketball and enjoy bourbon. We will have different activities for you to participate in to keep the day interesting.
11:45 AM – Registration and Doors Open
12:00 PM – Event Kicks Off – Lunch Service – Beer Tasting
12:15 PM – NCAA Games Kickoff
2:15 PM – Special Guest Speaker
2:45 PM – Second Set of NCAA Games Begin
3:30 PM – Appetizer Stations Open
4:45 PM – Special Guest Speaker
5:00 PM – Bourbon Tasting Begins Featuring Bardstown Bourbon, New Riff, Maker’s Mark, & Boone County Distillery
5:30 PM – Dinner Service
6:50 PM – Third Set of NCAA Games Begin
7:00 PM – Dessert
8:00 PM – Special Guest Speaker & Late Night Snack
9:00 PM – Bourbon Tasting Concludes & Last Announcements
9:20 PM – Final Set of NCAA Games Begin
10:00 PM – Event Ends
Guest Speaker
Guest speakers will make 20-minute appearances during the event. The schedule has not yet been made and will be updated once confirmed.
Appearances By:
- Scott Sloan from 700 WLW
- Wenzel Whiskey featuring speciality drink
Bourbon Ring Toss
Did someone say Bourbon? Pay $25.00 for three (3 ) rings or $50 for eight (8), and take your chances on a game of ring toss. Land on the Bourbon and walk away with it, that’s right, a FULL BOTTLE OF BOURBON! Money from this game will go towards the charities.
Bourbon Race Off
Purchase a premade derby car and add your flare during the event to see if you are a winner. $20 Entry Fee to compete in a bracket to win an allocated Bourbon Basket! Proceeds from this fast-paced game will go to the benefactors.
Basketball Ball Squares
One Square is $20 and will be valid for the following games:
6:50 p.m. ET, TNTβ―
7:10 p.m. ET, CBSβ―
7:25 p.m. ET, TBSβ―
7:35 p.m. ET, truTVβ―
Payout will be during Halftime and the End of the Game.
Halftime winners will receive $100
End of Game winners will receive $150
The remaining amount will go to our benefactors.
Pop A Shot
Join us in a game of POP-A-SHOT! Receive five (5) Basketball’s for a $20 buy-in and be entered to win a bourbon-inspired gift basket! *Must make at least four (4) baskets to be entered into the raffle.
Food Menu
Lunch Menu 12-2 PM
- Chef’s Walking Taco Station
- Bourbon-Infused Pulled Pork Sliders
- Homemade Cole Slaw
Afternoon Appetizer’s 3:30-5:30 PM
- Lavish Fruit Display
- Jar-Cuterie in Mason Jars/Single Serve Cups
- Bourbon Glazed Meatballs
Dinner Menu 5:30-7 PM
- Wedge Salad
- Kentucky Hot Brown Slider on a Pretzel Bun, Turkey, Bourbon Sugar Bacon, Roasted Tomatoes, Mornay Sauce
- All Beef Slider on a Brioche Bun, Whiskey Glaze, Bourbon Bacon Jam, and Havarti Cheese -Skewered with Pickle and Tomato on Top
Dessert 7:00 PM
- Bourbon Pecan Pie
- Bread Pudding with Dark Chocolate, Bourbon Caramel, and Whipped Cream on the side
Late Night Snack 8-9:30 PM
- Bourbon Glazed Chicken Wings with Homemade Ranch & Blue Cheese
- Carrot and Celery Sticks
- Pretzels & Beer Cheese
Meet the Event Benefactors
Autism Connections was founded in 1971 by local parents and professionals who wanted to raise autism awareness and acceptance. Today, Autism Connections envisions a world where autistic individuals and their families are supported, treated with equity, and valued, with a mission to uplift the Southwest Ohio autism community through education, resources, connections, and lifelong support. They offer a variety of support groups, social activities, social skills classes, educational seminars, and training. They also run the region’s largest Autism Helpline, an information and referral call and email response service open to families, individuals, and the entire community that is prepared to answer any question about autism. Learn more about how they support our community by visiting their website at https://www.autismcincy.org/.
Behind the Badge is a community-based non-profit organization serving Greater Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky. They work to increase awareness and raise funds for local charities, emerging non-profits, and our hometown first responders & military facing difficult life challenges. Check out how they support our community by visiting their website at https://www.btbnky.org/.