Save the Date
September 17, 2026 | 5:00 – 9:00 PM
Chetola Resort | Blowing Rock, North Carolina
An elegant evening of bourbon, barbecue, and philanthropy set against the timeless beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
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Join the Women’s Fund of the Blue Ridge at the distinguished Chetola Resort for a curated experience featuring premium bourbons, exceptional cuisine, and meaningful connection all in support of programs serving women and girls across the High Country.
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Mark your calendar for a night where refined taste meets purposeful giving.
What Is Our Bourbon Event?
Bourbon Under the Blue Ridge is the Women’s Fund of the Blue Ridge’s signature fall gathering where good bourbon, great people, and a powerful cause come together for one unforgettable evening. This curated event blends premium pours, delicious food, lively conversation, the kind of night where glasses clink, laughter carries, and generosity flows just as smoothly as the bourbon. But make no mistake this isn’t just about what’s in your glass. Every ticket, toast, and auction bid directly supports programs that educate, protect, and empower women and girls across Ashe, Avery, and Watauga counties. So come ready to sip well, give generously, and raise a glass to meaningful change.
Event Details
​Date: Thursday September 17, 2026
Time: 5:00 pm - 10:00pm
Location: Chetola Resort, 185 Chetola Lake Drive, Blowing Rock, NC 28605
Dress Code: Elegant evening/Cocktail attire
Why Attend?
Because generosity deserves an unforgettable setting.
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Bourbon Under the Blue Ridge is more than an event it is an experience rooted in community, connection, and impact.
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Enjoy a refined evening at Chetola Resort - An elegant mountain setting paired with premium bourbon selections and exceptional cuisine.
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Connect with leaders and changemakers - Gather alongside philanthropists, community partners, and advocates who care deeply about women and girls in the High Country.
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Directly support local impact - Every ticket, sponsorship, and auction contribution fuels WFBR’s competitive grant cycle, funding programs that educate, protect, empower, and strengthen women and girls across Ashe, Avery, and Watauga counties.
Your presence helps ensure critical programs continue filling gaps where other funding falls short.
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Raise a glass.
Strengthen our community.
Make a lasting difference.
What to Expect
An evening thoughtfully curated to blend refined hospitality with meaningful impact.
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Premium Bourbon Selections -Enjoy hand-selected bourbons and curated tastings that celebrate craftsmanship and tradition.
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Exceptional Culinary Pairings -Savor elevated cuisine designed to complement the evening’s featured spirits.
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Beautiful Mountain Setting - Experience the timeless charm of Chetola Resort, nestled beneath the Blue Ridge Mountains.
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Live Auction & Fund-a-Need Moments - Engage in exciting opportunities to support programs serving women and girls across the High Country.
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Community & Connection -Gather with leaders, advocates, and neighbors who share a commitment to strengthening our region.
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Throughout the evening, you’ll hear stories of impact and see firsthand how collective generosity transforms lives.
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Sponsorship Opportunity
Want to make an even bigger pour of impact?
Bourbon Under the Blue Ridge offers sponsorship opportunities for businesses and individuals who believe that good nights can do great things.​
Our sponsors enjoy:
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Prominent recognition before and during the event
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Visibility among engaged community leaders and philanthropists
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Alignment with one of the High Country’s most meaningful gatherings
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The satisfaction of knowing your investment flows directly into local impact
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