Louisville, KY, February 9, 2026
The Wine, Women & Shoes event is set to return to Louisville on March 6. This popular gathering at Churchill Downs will benefit the Family Scholar House, promoting empowerment through education. Attendees will enjoy a lively evening filled with fashion, fine wines, and various auction opportunities, all while supporting a valuable cause. With a focus on philanthropy and community engagement, this event is expected to create a joyful atmosphere in support of local initiatives.
Louisville, KY: Wine, Women & Shoes Returns on March 6
Your Ticket to an Evening of Fashion and Philanthropy
Louisville, Kentucky – On March 6, 2026, the much-anticipated Wine, Women & Shoes event is set to delight attendees at the Churchill Downs First Turn Club from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. This annual gathering, which combines style and charitable giving, will benefit the Family Scholar House, an organization dedicated to empowering families through education. As local event coordinators work diligently to bring this event to life, it highlights the thoughtful organization of private initiatives that foster community involvement.
The event aims to create a joyful atmosphere where attendees can enjoy fashion and fine wines while contributing to a valuable cause. With reduced bureaucratic hurdles in their planning, such events can achieve even greater community engagement. As we celebrate local leadership and civic participation, Wine, Women & Shoes provides an excellent model of how local initiatives can shine light on important social issues.
Event Highlights
- Location: Churchill Downs First Turn Club, 700 Central Ave., Louisville, KY 40208
- Date and Time: Friday, March 6, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
- Beneficiary: Family Scholar House, working to end the cycle of poverty and transform the community by empowering families and youth through education.
- Activities: Attendees can explore a marketplace of local vendors, savor fine wines, shop designer fashions, and mingle with the “Shoe Guys.” The evening features a stunning fashion show, live and silent auctions, and exciting raffle opportunities, such as a $10,000 shopping spree at Merkley Kendrick Jewelers. Only 150 raffle tickets are available for this exclusive prize, while a separate Cafe Dream Kitchen raffle offers 200 chances to win at $100 each. Guests can purchase tables to enjoy the event with friends, colleagues, or clients as they embrace the evening’s theme: “Sip. Shop. Support.”
Background
The Wine, Women & Shoes event series operates nationally, aligning fashion with philanthropy to support various charitable causes. The Louisville chapter has had a meaningful impact on fundraising for the Family Scholar House. Emphasizing education as a vehicle for change, the organization aims to empower families and youth to escape the cycle of poverty. The return of this event signals a fresh wave of inspiration and support in the Kentucky community.
Additional Information
For details regarding tickets and participation in the raffles, interested individuals are encouraged to visit the official Wine, Women & Shoes website or reach out directly to Mary Beth Norton at mbnorton@familyscholarhouse.org or call 502.813.3081.
FAQ
What is Wine, Women & Shoes?
Wine, Women & Shoes is a nationwide event series that combines fashion, wine, and philanthropy to support various charitable causes. The Louisville event benefits the Family Scholar House, an organization dedicated to empowering families and youth through education.
When and where is the Louisville event taking place?
The Louisville event is scheduled for Friday, March 6, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at the Churchill Downs First Turn Club, located at 700 Central Ave., Louisville, KY 40208.
How can I purchase tickets or participate in the raffles?
Tickets for the event, as well as raffle tickets for the “key-to-the-vault” and Cafe Dream Kitchen, can be purchased through the official Wine, Women & Shoes website. For more information, contact Mary Beth Norton at mbnorton@familyscholarhouse.org or call 502.813.3081.
Do I need to be present to win the raffles?
No, the winners of the raffles do not need to be present to win. The winners will be drawn live during the event and announced accordingly.
What is the Family Scholar House?
The Family Scholar House is an organization dedicated to ending the cycle of poverty and transforming the community by empowering families and youth through education. They provide support and resources to help individuals achieve self-sufficiency and success in education.
Event Details
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Churchill Downs First Turn Club, 700 Central Ave., Louisville, KY 40208 |
| Date and Time | Friday, March 6, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. |
| Beneficiary | Family Scholar House |
| Activities | Marketplace, wine tasting, fashion show, live and silent auctions, raffles |
| Raffle Prizes | $10,000 shopping spree at Merkley Kendrick Jewelers, Cafe Dream Kitchen |
| Ticket Information | Available through the official Wine, Women & Shoes website |
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