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The Winner's Circle - A Kentucky Derby Themed Fundraiser

Woodlawn Arts Academy proudly presents 'The Winner's Circle,' a Kentucky Derby Themed Fundraiser!

Friday, May 1, 2026 at 6:00pm in the J. Mark Beaty Performance Center at Woodlawn Arts Academy

Join us for a Kentucky Derby themed fundraiser celebrating the Academy’s 20-year run of providing quality educational opportunities through the arts within the Sauk Valley Community.
  • Heavy Hors D’Oeuvres
  • Cash Bar
  • Kentucky Derby Themed Games & Activities
  • Silent Auction
  • 50/50 Drawing
  • Drink Auctions
  • Dessert Dash
  • And Much More!
Bring out the Big Hats and Bowties! Derby-themed attire is encouraged. Prizes will be awarded for Best Hat and Best Dressed.
 
Tickets are available in person at Woodlawn Arts Academy for $50 each (cash or check only). Space is limited. Visit the Academy to reserve your tickets today!
 
New this year: Join the Art Dash for an additional $50! Limited number of tickets available! The Art Dash is a fast-paced, high-energy fundraiser where dashers pay an additional fee for the chance to grab original, handmade artwork. When their number is called, they race in to select one-of-a-kind pieces created by talented local and regional artists.
 
All proceeds benefit Woodlawn Arts Academy. In the event of cancellation, all ticket sales will be considered a donation to Woodlawn Arts Academy.

Special Thanks To Our Generous Sponsors!

Halo
Reaver Plumbing & Heating
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CW Publications
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CGH Medical Center
McFalls Berge logo
McFalls Berge & Associates
Eckburg Insurance Group logo
Eckburg Insurance Group
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Sauk Valley Bank
Savant Wealth
Savant Wealth Management
Majeski Motors
Helm Group

Become a Sponsor

For more information, contact Christy Zepezauer at czepezauer@woodlawnartsacademy.com or (815) 626-4278.

The Winner's Circle Fundraiser is Almost Here!

Have you reserved your seats yet? Tickets are limited! Available in person at Woodlawn Arts Academy for $50 each (additional $50 for the Art Dash ticket upgrade), cash or check only. Race to Woodlawn to get your tickets today!

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