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CASA of McHenry County

BIG CITY BASH

New Orleans

Friday, April 11th, 2025

Event Details

We are thrilled to announce the return of our much-anticipated annual fundraiser, the Big City Bash! This year, we’re bringing the vibrant energy of the French Quarter to life with a New Orleans-themed celebration.

Join us for a night of lively entertainment, delicious food, and meaningful fundraising, all in support of CASA of McHenry County.

Friday, April 11, 2025

Doors Open & Silent Auction Begins: 6:00pm

Cocktails & French Quarter Experience: 6:00pm – 7:15pm

Dinner, Presentation & Live Auction: 7:20pm

Dancing & French Quarter Experience: 8:30pm

a building in the french quarter of new orleans

Dress in your New Orleans-inspired cocktail attire and be ready for an evening of celebration, culture, and community impact. Your presence will help us continue to advocate for children in McHenry County’s foster care system.

Ticket Prices:

Individual: $120

Table of 10: $1,100

*Current Advocate ticket discount available 

Ticket Includes:

  • Sit-down dinner with choice of Chicken or Lent Observing entrée
  • Two bottles of house wine per table to share
  • Silent Auction, French Quarter Experience & Live Auction
  • Dancing

    For tickets and event details, visit: https://onecau.se/bigcitybash

    For event updates, join us on our Facebook Event page: https://bit.ly/41yHbZo

a building in the french quarter of new orleans

Introducing the French Quarter Experience at Big City Bash!

Step into the heart of New Orleans at Big City Bash with our brand-new French Quarter Experience, located in the heated tent just off the ballroom.

Explore a variety of unique and interactive experiences:

  • Bourbon & Bubbles Toss – Show off your aim and win big at CASA’s Carousel
  • Hurricane Shack – Grab a limited edition CASA hurricane glass and enjoy a classic drink
  • Art Gallery – Get your custom caricature drawing to take home
  • Atrocious Poets – Receive a personalized poem crafted just for you
  • Tarot Readings – Schedule a session with one of our two tarot readers
  • King’s Cake Booth – Try your luck at Finding the Baby for a special prize
  • Mardi Gras Beaded Necklace – Purchase one to join the Heads & Tails game during dinner

The French Quarter Experience will be open during cocktail hour and after dinner. Purchases made at the event will be added to your event invoice and paid at the end of the evening.

a building in the french quarter of new orleans
a building in the french quarter of new orleans

Our Sponsors

Gold

Home State Bank
allendale
The Functional Wellness Clinic
adp
Rabine

Silver

DeFiore Funeral and Cremation Service
McHenry County College
DeFiore Funeral and Cremation Service
DeFiore Funeral and Cremation Service
Edward Jones Brian E Magura

Bronze

Logo and Link to Music that Moves
gulgren appliance
Logo and Link to Music that Moves
erie insurance

Featured / In-Kind Sponsors

harmony falls
Logo and link to Mayfield Flower
Black Market Bakery
Logo and link to MDM entertainment
Raue Center School for the Arts
Logo and Link to Music that Moves

Auction conducted by Keith Jones of Sayre & Jones Auctioneers Ltd.

sayre-jones

Snapshots from Big City Bash Hollywood 2024