Oh, Bartender's Ball. That annual party that raises money for a good cause, gives me a chance to dress up all fancy-like, AND lets me sample the drink-making skills from bartenders all over the city. I'm so excited you've come around again.
Hosted at the Blake Hotel on Feb. 19 (7 p.m.-midnight), this is one shindig you don't want to miss. The people are beautiful and the drinks are ever-flowing. So ever-flowing, in fact, that last year, I missed one step coming down the stairs. Oops! I'll just blame the shoes! (But the fact that I remember that says a lot.)
And another bonus: All the proceeds go to benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.
Through the end of the month, general admission tickets are $60. On Feb. 1, they'll go up to $70. These tickets include open bar with top-shelf liquors and full line of beers, catered food by The Men's Club, and entertainment.
Red Bull VIP tickets are going for $104.75 and includes top shelf liquor, private food section catered by The Men's Club, lounge cocktail sitting, and private access to the Red Bull VIP lounge right next to DJs and dance floor.
For more information, visit www.charlottebartendersball.com.