Castle in the Clouds: Wild West Gala in the Clouds
QUICK INFO
Houston Bernard is performing!
Join us for our biggest fundraiser of the year on Friday, July 14th at 5:30 PM!
Enjoy music, dancing, and fun, all to support an exciting new restoration project at Lucknow!
- Cocktails on the Lucknow Mansion Lawn
- Western BBQ buffet
- Live auction of unique Castle experiences
- Dancing and entertainment courtesy of country music artist Houston Bernard
Be sure to check back to see our full list of Auction Items.
Country western dress encouraged… Themed items for sale at our fashion bar!
Ticket prices are $175 each this year. All auction and ticket purchasers will receive a tax deductibility statement in late July.
MORE INFORMATION
This year we are welcoming Houston Benard to perform at our Gala!
View their website or visit their YouTube channel
Country Western themed Catering provided by Harts Turkey Farm Restaurant
Appetizers on the Castle Lawn:
- Custom Cheese Board, Dried Fruits, and Cured Meats
- Fire Roasted Corn and tortilla chips
- Passed Endive Leaf Cups (Vegetarian)
- Passed Tenderloin Crostini
- Passed Chili Lime Shrimp Cups
Salad Course:
- Blueberry Peach Salad Course with Cornbread & Cheddar Biscuits
Served Buffet Under the Tent:
- Seasoned Sliced Brisket with BBQ Sauce on the side
- Citrus Grilled Chicken Breast
- Pulled Pork
- Cowboy Beans
- Hot German Potato Salad (Vegetarian) with Bacon Bits on the side
- Honey Balsamic Roasted Brussel Sprouts
- Roasted Street Corn
- Apple Cranberry Cole Slaw
- Butternut Squash Kale Quinoa Bake (Gluten Free/Vegetarian)
Dessert Bar:
- Strawberry Shortcake Cups
- Eclairs
- Boston Cream Pies
- Fruit Tarts
- Cheesecakes (Raspberry & Blueberry)
- Cupcakes
Please park in the field across from the Great Waters Music Festival tent. Check-in will be in the tent and we will board the trolleys to Lucknow at 5:30 pm where you will enjoy drinks and hor’dourves looking out over the big lake! To access parking, please use the following address:
586 Ossipee Park Rd, Moultonborough, NH 03254
This event will take place rain or shine. If this event is canceled by Castle in the Clouds due to extreme weather or extenuating circumstances, refunds will be provided for ticket purchases.
Auction items listed are from the 2022 Gala, we expect many of these popular items and packages will again be available in 2023, along with a few new surprises!
1. Cocktail Party on the Lucknow Lawn
Host your own elegant lawn party on the Lawn of Lucknow. Up to 20 people will be transported to Lucknow via our trolleys where you will enjoy cocktails and delicious hors d’oeuvres prepared by the Carriage House Restaurant staff. Enjoy watching the sunset over Lake Winnipesaukee and be transported back in time to what it must have been like to live at Lucknow. Must be redeemed on a mutually agreeable date, before 08/31/2024 with at least five weeks’ notice before the event.
The fair market value is $3,000.
2. Brunch on the Lucknow Sunporch with a Private Tour
Enjoy a beautiful morning brunch for up to twenty people on the recently restored sun parlor with a scrumptious brunch and mimosas prepared by the Carriage House Restaurant staff. A unique tour of the Lucknow Mansion will be provided by Founding Board Chair Ann Hackl and Executive Director Charles Clark, for insider stories that don’t get into our regular visitor tours! Must be redeemed on a mutually agreeable date, by the end of the 2024 season with at least five weeks’ notice before the event.
The fair market value is $4,000
3. Dinner in the Lucknow Dining Room
Enjoy an elegant dinner in Lucknow’s fully restored Dining Room! Up to 6 people can experience what it must have been like to dine with Tom and Olive Plant. Enjoy pre-dinner cocktails on the Lawn of Lucknow followed by a full meal including salad, dinner, and dessert set at the dining room table. Illuminated by historic light fixtures you will be transported back to another era as you enjoy this unique Castle experience. Must be redeemed at a mutually agreeable date, before 08/31/2024 with at least five weeks’ notice before the event. Menu limitations: only clear liquids while inside Lucknow Mansion.
The fair market value is $5,000.
4. Carriage House Dinner Party
Enjoy a private meal for up to 8 people, prepared and served by the Carriage House Restaurant’s Executive Chef, Lisa Sharp. You and your guests will enjoy an intimate dinner on the Carriage House Terrace, or next to the cozy Carriage House fireplace. Featuring pre-meal hors d’oeuvres, a salad, dinner, dessert, and drinks, our Chef will work with you to create a unique menu for this special occasion. Must be redeemed on a mutually agreeable date, before 08/31/2024 with at least five weeks’ notice before the event.
The fair market value is $2,500.
5. Holiday Party at the Carriage House
Celebrate the Holidays in Castle style! Enjoy a celebration for up to 50 people in the beautifully decorated Winnipesaukee Room at the Carriage House. Light hors d’oeuvres and drinks are included and will help set the stage for a magical time with family, friends, or colleagues as you celebrate the season. It can be redeemed during either the 2023 or the 2024 Holiday Season on a mutually agreeable date, with at least five weeks’ notice before the event. The fair market value is $2,750.
6. Sunset Picnic
Host your own perfect picnic on the Lawn of Lucknow. Up to six people will be transported to Lucknow Mansion by our trolleys to enjoy a catered picnic and drinks while settling in to enjoy the stunning sunset and unparalleled views of Lake Winnipesaukee. Must be redeemed on a mutually agreeable date, before 08/31/2024 with at least five weeks’ notice before the event. The fair market value is $500.
This year for the comfort of our guests, we’ve made the decision to host the dinner, dancing, and auction portion of the evening in the Great Waters tent situated in our field. This accommodation allows for us to have open-air movement, and spread out.
This tent is 60’x120′ and about 35′ tall. Spanning 7,200 square feet, this tent is more comparable to a building than a tent.
From guests of Great Waters’ Concerts:
- “This tent is amazing! I cannot get over how big it is!”
- “This is so spacious! It’s like a whole other building!”
- “When I think of a tent, I think of camping or pavilions in the park. This has just blown me away!”
If you have any questions then please feel free to contact the Castle’s Director, Chuck Clark at 603.476.5411
