Tradition Meets Tomorrow
How The West Is One
It won’t be business as usual this year at the 15th annual Buckaroo Ball on June 20-22, 2008. Slated for this year’s fun-filled weekend are the traditional activities for which the event has become famous, plus several new sensational events including an equestrian exhibition by Grand Prix de Santa Fe and a fabulous dinner prepared by Santa Fe’s finest restaurants. In addition, the live and silent auctions this year promise to be the most extraordinary yet! And headline entertainment by Grammy ® Award-winning superstar Travis Tritt will keep patrons dancing into the night. Also, for the first time, the Thursday preceding the weekend will feature the new Buckaroo Shootout Golf Tournament at Towa Golf Course at Buffalo Thunder Resort.
This year’s theme, “How the West is One”, expresses the united commitment of the Buckaroo Ball to make a difference in the lives of at-risk children in Santa Fe County. “We celebrate 15 years of giving, while looking forward to a hopeful future for each child who will benefit from the participation of our sponsors, guests and partners,” says Barbara Damron, Co-Chair of the event. “Since we’re one of the largest fundraising events for at-risk youth in New Mexico, we look forward to making a real difference in the lives of children by raising more money with exciting new events this year,” adds Co-Chair Elizabeth Rohrbach.
The 15th Annual Buckaroo Ball Weekend of Celebration includes:
Friday night: NEW! Called Ruby Round Up in honor of the organization’s 15th anniversary, the event will be held at the Las Campanas Grand Prix Field, where the Grand Prix de Santa Fe will present a dressage and jumping equestrian show. The Ruby Night will feature red food, red drinks and a ruby-themed live auction.
Saturday: NEW! VIP patrons are invited to an exclusive brunch at the beautiful Santa Fe estate of Patrick McDonough and Nella Domenci. Attendees will get a preview of Saturday night’s auction items while enjoying a gourmet meal from Whole Foods, a sparkling wine tasting from Gruet Winery, entertainment and a fashion show from Queen’s Ransom.
Also new: On Saturday afternoon, Buckaroo Ball guests will be driven to select Santa Fe boutiques and galleries providing special offers to Ball guests.
The action-packed Saturday night gala has exciting new features. This year’s dinner will be served al fresco on the streets of Bonanza Creek Movie Ranch where guests will enjoy a feast prepared by 20 of Santa Fe’s finest restaurants. Sit down for dinner, or sample the feast between visits to this year’s spectacular Silent Auction or Buffalo Thunder Resort Casino Fun Night, where Black Jack, Craps, Texas Hold ‘Em and Deluxe Roulette can be played. Dance in the streets to the music of Syd Masters and the Swing Riders.
Following dinner, the Silent Auction, Casino Fun Night and the music of Syd Masters and the Swing Riders, everyone will gather in the Headline Entertainment Tent for dessert, after-dinner drinks and the exciting Live Auction items. Then, get ready:
Headlining the 2008 Buckaroo Ball is Grammy® Award winning superstar Travis Tritt. Having sold more than 25 million albums, and earned 2 Grammy® Awards, and 3 CMA awards, Travis Tritt is at the top of his game. Although known for his sophisticated blend of country, southern rock, blues and gospel, Tritt projects an irresistible soulfulness on his newly released album The Storm. This powerhouse collection finds Tritt bold and invigorated as he explores the deep musical link between country and R&B.
On June 21, at Saturday night’s Buckaroo Ball, Tritt brings his talent to bear in a performance unlike any other you will experience this year. You don’t want to miss this opportunity to hear one of the music industry’s most prolific artists.
The Saturday Night Ball will be held at Bonanza Creek Movie Ranch outside of Santa Fe. Bonanza Creek has been in existence since the 1950’s and has been the setting of over 40 movies including Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, Silverado, All the Pretty Horses, Astronaut Farmer, Wild Hogs, and 3:10 to Yuma. The TV reality series Kid Nation was also filmed at the Bonanza Creek Movie Ranch.
The Buckaroo Ball Weekend concludes on Sunday with a delicious brunch at four exquisite homes that are part of the Prudential Home & Garden Tour.
IT’S THE PARTY WITH A PURPOSE!! Reservations can be made by calling 505-992-3700. For more information and to purchase your tickets, go to www.buckarooball.com.
Facts about the Buckaroo Ball:
- New Mexico’s largest single charity event fundraiser for children at risk.
- Celebrating its 15th year.
- Awarded more than $6.75 million for at-risk youth in Santa Fe County.
- Funded more than 80 non-profit programs including food distribution, family therapy, health care, art education, support for children with incarcerated parents, and numerous other services for at-risk children.
- The Buckaroo Ball Committee, Inc., is comprised of 80 professional women volunteers on the Buckaroo Ball Committee, each donating up to 40 hours per week for a year. The Buckaroo Ball employs only one staff person.
- 170+ volunteers donate their time the weeks preceding Ball and Ball Weekend to help with dinner, silent auction and live auction.
