About The Event
About The Event
Bourbon & Bowties: May 8, 2025 | 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Bourbon & Bowties is your destination for fine cocktails, food and fun - and it's all for a great cause. This annual fundraiser, the area's premier charity event of the year, will be held at the historic B&O Railroad Museum in downtown Baltimore.
Guests will indulge in top-rated bourbon, beer and wine, in addition to world-class cigars, and delectable food from the area's best dining establishments.
Over the last several years, Bourbon & Bowties has raised more than $800,000 for organizations including Healthcare for the Homeless, The Oyster Recovery Partnership, the Semper Fi & America's Fund, Harlem Lacrosse of Baltimore, Boys Hope Girls Hope of Baltimore, and the Cool Kids Campaign.

Event FAQ
Event FAQ
Attire
- Guests are advised to don cocktail attire, with bowties highly recommended, as they are our signature accessory!
- For your safety, please wear comfortable footwear. With the party moving inside the functioning Roundhouse, there are exposed rails on the floor. We want the fun to stay on track, and for everyone to avoid the railroad tracks!
Parking
- Guest parking is limited and offered on a first-come, first-served basis in the front lot at the B&O Railroad Museum. Please consider utilizing ride sharing services for convenient drop-off at the venue's entrance.
- We want you to get home safely, so we've partnered with Uber to offer guests a $5 ride voucher. Scan the QR code on the signs located throughout the venue to download your voucher while supplies last.
Live Auction, Raffles and Donations
- It is standard procedure to ask all guests for their credit card information during event check-in if it is not already saved in the system. Saving your credit card will allow you to bid in the Live Auction, participate in raffles, and make real-time donations.
- Live Auction bidding will begin at 8 pm and will continue until all items are sold. A bid acknowledged by the auctioneer is a legal contract to purchase the item.
Social Media
- Be sure to like us on Facebook and Instagram for photos and updates. Let your friends know where you're going on May 8th! Use #BourbonandBowtiesBmore on Instagram and Facebook.
Sponsorship Levels
Sponsorship Levels
