Cheers to a new way to support Lauritzen Gardens!
Join us at Lauritzen Gardens on Friday, August 29, 2025 from 6 to 9 p.m. for an unforgettable evening at Bourbon & Bubbles, an exclusive bourbon tasting experience and fundraising event set amidst the beauty of our botanical garden.
Be part of a sophisticated social event that brings together the community for a great cause and introduces new patrons to the Lauritzen Gardens Antiques & Design Show.
Your support helps ensure the continued cultivation and preservation of our public garden’s 100 acres, allowing future generations to enjoy the tranquility and wonder of this remarkable space.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of an evening of fine spirits, stunning surroundings, and meaningful impact.
Event highlights:
• This elevated evening will feature a premium bourbon tasting led by Deion Bass of Proof (with a VIP ticket), champagne service, craft cocktail demonstrations, and curated appetizers, creating an inviting and immersive experience.
• Offering a unique and artistic touch to the celebration, guests can experience and shop from a special showcase of hand-painted champagne bottles and glassware by Amanda Keasling of Amanda Clare Design.
• Guests can shop from exclusive pop-up collections:
– Bespoke, handpainted accessories in limited edition designs by French design house Desmalter and artist Laurie Victor Kay.
– A curated inventory of Museum Bees by Trace Mayer, with adornments selected by Kyle Robino.
– Designer clothing and accessories by The Loft at RemLo Studios.
– Wares from Omaha’s premier needlepoint shop, Village Needleworks.
Featured bourbons in the VIP tasting: Weller Special Reserve, Weller 12 Year, Weller C.Y.P.B., Weller Antique 107 Proof, Weller Full Proof, and William LaRue Weller
Join the party!
VIP tickets are $400 per person and include a premium bourbon tasting
Standard “Sip & Sparkle” tickets are $200 per person
Raffle tickets are on sale now!
Support the event, and the garden, with the purchase of a raffle ticket. Tickets are $25 each or 5 for $100. Drawing held on August 29, 2025. Need not be present to win.
Click here for prize descriptions and details!
Event Sponsors:
Special Thanks:
Kyle and Mike Robino
Sharon McGill
Cindy and Mogens Bay
Michael Lincoln of Wine, Beer, and Spirits
Deion Bass of Proof
Brett Atlas
Matt Owens of The Green Room
Chrissy and Vasili Sakkas
Kelly and Steve Kontz
John Jurgensen of Bespoke Custom Clothing
