VARC New Year's Eve Fundraising Gala

Name: VARC New Year's Eve Fundraising Gala
Start: 2025-12-31T18:00:00-06:00
Location: The Cargill Room at The Waterfront Restaurant and Tavern

Schedule

Wed, 31 Dec, 2025 at 06:00 pm

UTC-06:00

Location

The Cargill Room at The Waterfront Restaurant and Tavern | La Crosse, WI

Get ready to rock the night away! Join our fabulous host, Yve Rojas, as we usher in an unforgettable New Year at the 4th Annual VARC New Year's Eve Fundraising Gala on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, at The Waterfront, Cargill Room. ✨💃🏼
This gala isn’t just a party; it’s a night filled with purpose! Every dollar raised will go towards the amazing work VARC does for children and adults with disabilities. With over 850 individuals benefiting from our programs across nine Wisconsin counties, your support is vital. At VARC, we’re all about creating opportunities for meaningful employment, skill-building, and community inclusion. Together, we’re building a vibrant community that helps everyone chase their dreams.
🎉 What's on the agenda? Here’s a taste of the excitement!
• Indulge in a multi-course dinner featuring mouth-watering dishes from The Waterfront, paired with fabulous wine.
• Sip on complimentary champagne as you mingle and celebrate. 🍾🥂🎊
• Get ready for a live auction led by the sensational Yve Rojas—she’s back to make it an evening to remember! 💃🏼💰
• Dance the night away to the electrifying beats from DJ Dougie, the local legend who knows how to get the party started. 🎶
• Capture the night’s fun with our stylish interactive photobooth and fun props. 🎉
• Marvel at a dazzling private fireworks display from The Cargill Room’s heated patio, overlooking the spectacular Mississippi River. 🎆
• Join us for the ultimate countdown to midnight! 🕛🥳
✨ Here’s a sneak peek of our delectable menu:
🥐 APPETIZERS 🥐
- Bacon-wrapped diver scallops with a kick of maple sriracha glaze
- Blackened steak canapés with a luscious peppercorn cream
- Peppadew peppers stuffed with creamy herbal goat cheese
🥗 SALAD 🥗
- Classic Caesar Salad with honey gem lettuce, Wisconsin parmesan, and crunchy sourdough croutons.
🥩 ENTRÉE (3 Options) 🥩
- Pecan-Crusted Walleye with herb remoulade, garlic whipped potatoes, and haricot vert.
- 12 oz. New York Strip with caramelized onion risotto and roasted broccolini.
- Portabella Napoleon with panko-crusted portobello, creamed spinach, mozzarella, and balsamic reduction.
We can't wait to see you dressed to the nines, ready to dance, laugh, and make lasting memories.
Can’t make it? No worries! You can still shine bright by making a contribution to support the incredible work we’re doing at VARC for children and adults with disabilities. Let’s make a difference together, even if you’re not at the party. 🎊