Tails & Tinis: A Cocktail Competition
October 2, 2025 @ 5:30PM — 9:00PM Central Time (US & Canada) Add to Calendar
Bloomington-Normal Marriott: 201 Broadway Lane Normal, IL 61761 Get Directions
Raise a Glass, Save a Life: Join Us for Tails & Tinis!
Tails & Tinis: A Cocktail Competition is the Humane Society of Central Illinois’ signature fall fundraiser, happening October 2, 2025, at the Uptown Marriott. Guests will enjoy cocktail samples from local bars and restaurants, live entertainment by Howl at the Moon Dueling Pianos, heavy hors d'oeuvres, a silent auction, wine pull, and more—all to support homeless pets in our community.
Tails & Tinis: A Cocktail Competition is a signature fundraising event hosted by the Humane Society of Central Illinois (HSCI). The goal is to raise vital funds to support the care, shelter, and adoption of homeless pets in our community, while celebrating the creativity of our local bar and restaurant scene.
Event Overview:
Date: Thursday, October 2, 2025
Location: Uptown Marriott, Bloomington-Normal
Tickets: $50 General Admission | $450 Reserved Table of 10
What to Expect:
- Sample creative cocktails from several participating local bars and restaurants
- Vote for your favorite in the People’s Choice competition
- Enjoy live entertainment from Howl at the Moon Dueling Pianos
- Bid on exciting silent auction items
- Participate in the Wine Pull
- Support HSCI’s mission in a festive, upscale atmosphere
Agenda:
- 5:30 PM – Doors Open, Cocktail Sampling Begins
- 6:00 PM – Live Dueling Pianos Begin
- 8:00 PM – Cocktail Competition Winners Announced
- 8:30 PM – Silent Auction Closes
- 9:00 PM – Event Concludes
Sponsorship Opportunities:
Support the cause and promote your brand to hundreds of guests and thousands online.
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Want to Participate as a Bar or Restaurant?
Bars and restaurants can register to compete and showcase their cocktail skills.
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A big thank you to our sponsors!
Craft Cocktail Sponsor - $2,500
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