Donors and attendees smile for the camera at Wines of the World.
Tickets: On Sale Now!
It’s the moment you’ve been waiting for—tickets for Wines of the World 2026 are now on sale!
Tickets go fast, so act now! This is your chance to savor the flavors of more than 100 divine wines, to enjoy delicious hor d’oeuvres, to try your luck in a gift basket raffle, or to take part in our charity auction. Every spot sold is a one-way ticket to empowering lives and enabling independence for Bear Creek’s residents.
Volunteers and Sponsors Wanted!
We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers and sponsors for Wines of the World 2026! Fill out our Volunteer Interest Form or contact KarenK@bearcreekservices.org for more information.
**Remember: this is just an interest form! Filling it out does NOT mean that you have to volunteer. We just want to get an idea of how many volunteers are interested.**
Enjoy an evening at the Rochester Event Center sampling wines, beers, and spirits from around the world! Knowledgeable distributors can answer wine-related questions that you may have.
Wines of the World will also feature an online auction with many fun packages, raffles, and live entertainment!
All proceeds will support Bear Creek Services, a nonprofit organization that provides support services for 100+ people with developmental disabilities or brain injuries.
Explore Our Menu
All menu items are generously provided by Rochester Event Center’s catering team.
- Hummus cup with pita and fresh vegetables
- Stuffed mini peppers
- Fresh seasonal fruit with berries
- Jumbo shrimp shooters
- Crostini of herbed pork tenderloin with mustard aioli
- Spinach and artichoke dip with naan bread
- Herb-crusted prime rib served with fresh-baked dinner rolls and horseradish sauce
- An assortment of bite-sized desserts: chocolate mint cake, bunnies coconut cake, lemon blueberry cake with cream cheese frosting, and white chocolate mousse with fresh whipped cream and chocolate drizzle
- Coffee station
Other things to know:
- You can bid on any auction items, even if you don’t attend the event!
- Patrons at the event must be age 21+ years old.
- Photo IDs will be checked per State of MN law.
Get Involved!
Volunteer
Bear Creek Services helps over a hundred people live empowered, more independent lives—but we can’t do it without you.
We’re currently looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help with check-in, setup, and teardown as members of the Wines of the World 2026 Committee! Committee members play a vital role in our planning process and may participate as much (or as little) as they like. If you’re interested, fill out our Volunteer Interest Form or reach out to KarenK@bearcreekservices.org.
Donate Auction Items
Anything from event tickets to gift cards are welcome! To learn more, read our auction donation letter below or email KarenK@bearcreekservices.org for more information.
Sponsor The Event
Whether you’re an individual or a business, your help matters. If you’re interested in sponsoring Wines of the World or other future events, fill out the sponsorship form below and send it to KarenK@bearcreekservices.org.
Thank you for making a difference!
Please email KarenK@bearcreekservices.org if you have any questions about donating or volunteering.
