Ladies and Gentleman, Come One, Come All! Step right up and join us on April 18th, 2026, for “Under the Big Top,” the Greatest Fundraiser on Earth! This vintage circus-themed event begins with a VIP Pre-Party at 5:30 held at The Carousel Of Dreams at The Factory At Franklin, where guests can enjoy champagne, signature cocktails, wine from our featured Vintner, delicious hors d’oeuvres, fine cigars, photo ops, performers and much more! VIP tickets are $200 each and include entrance into the Main Event at Liberty Hall!

General Admission doors open at 7:00 p.m. where all guests will enjoy fabulous food, select wines, whiskey and bourbon tastings, a silent, wine, and live auction. The excitment continues with photo booths, caricatures, games, circus performers, live music, and dancing!

Guests are encouraged to dress in “carnival/circus attire” or cocktail party clothing with a colorful, circus-themed flair. It is sure to be an unforgettable night!

VIP PARTY: 5:30 p.m.

at The Carousel of Dreams

MAIN EVENT: 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Silent, LIVE & WINE auctions

Local Restaurants

Wine & Spirits Vendors

Live Music

This is a 21 and-up event. No Children allowed.

Please note that a VIP Pre-Party ticket does include entry into the Main Event but a General Admission ticket does NOT include access to the VIP Pre-Party. General Admission tickets are for the Main Event only.