Florida's Fallen 2026 - The Villages Edition

Overview

First ever Florida’s Fallen Event in The Villages. “A Night with The Generals” with great bourbon, dinner, war stories, and supporting Florida’s fallen heroes. Pre-sale sponsorships available!

Five Generals-featurung MG James "Hammer" Hartsell, and MG Joanne Sheridan, and others to be named. Each will present their story in a round table type discussion and then the floor will be open to questions.

A night of whiskey, war stories and camaraderie, honoring the sacrifices of America’s heroes and providing an evening of fellowship among those who share a common love of America, her heroes and great whiskey. Join us for a buffet dinner and exclusive tastings of America’s signature spirit from Bardstown Bourbon Company and Maker’s Mark, hear about their deep ties to the military and veteran community and listen as five Generals discuss their experiences and connections to Florida National Cemetery and our monuments project.

Every attendee will have the opportunity to purchase an exclusive bottle of Maker’s Mark Private Select, a 6-year high-rye Bardstown Bourbon Company straight bourbon whiskey hand-selected for this event and never to be available to the public, custom event glassware, and more.

Auction and raffle items include: Rare and exclusive bourbons and whiskeys, gift baskets, golf outings, and more!

Agenda

5:30 PM – 6:00PM

Doors Open – Registration and auction preview

Registration, preview of live auction items. – Silent auction LIVE at this time

6:00 PM – 6:45 PM

Welcome remarks, dinner, and instructions

6:45 PM – 7:45 PM

MG James “Hammer” Hartsell, MG Joanne Sheridan, etc.

7:45 PM – 8:15 PM

Tasting – Maker’s Mark Distillery

Maker’s Mark Distillery

With only one mash bill, Maker’s Mark has over 1,000 different flavor profiles. Sample their core offerings as well as a few special picks, finishing with a Private Selection created just for Florida’s Fallen.

8:15 PM – 8:45 PM

Tasting – Bardstown Bourbon Company

Bardstown Bourbon Company

A selection of Bardstown Bourbon Company’s Origins, Discovery, and our own single barrel selection.

8:45PM – 9:00 PM

Live Auction

Closing out the night with auction items from our speakers, sponsors, and other unique offerings including rare bottles, golf outings, and experiences!

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