Boots & Bowties, Agape’s signature fundraising gala, has a new date: Friday, November 13, 2026, at Black Iris Estate in Carmel, Indiana. We made the decision to move the event to November 13 so we can give our guests the best possible evening in support of Agape’s mission.
This year’s event carries extra meaning, as we celebrate 40 years of Agape and the healing power of equines that has shaped so many lives in our community. If you’ve been part of that story—as a rider, a family member, a volunteer, or a supporter—we invite you to this special event!
What to Expect
Boots & Bowties brings our community together to be a part of something big. Every ticket and every bid helps keep Agape’s programs running for the kids, veterans, first responders, and families who show up at the barn each week, and it brings Agape one step closer to a new home at Stony Creek. With a growing list of people waiting for the opportunity to participate in Agape’s programs, Stony Creek represents the chance to serve more people, welcome more families, and expand the impact of equine-assisted services for years to come.
Dress in your western best and enjoy dinner, live entertainment, and both silent and live auctions, along with a bourbon and whiskey pull and the always-popular Manes & Tails contest. A beer and wine bar will be available all evening, and VIP ticket holders will also enjoy a signature cocktail.
Every ticket and every donation goes directly toward building Agape’s future and changing lives for the next 40 years and beyond.
Evening Schedule
6:00 PM — Cocktail Reception, Hors d’oeuvres, Silent Auction, and Entertainment
7:15 PM — Dinner and Program
10:00 PM — Celebration Concludes
Ways to Get Involved
Attend
Grab a seat at the table. Join us at Black Iris Estate for an evening of dinner, auctions, and stories from the Agape community. Get your tickets here.
Donate a Silent Auction Item
Our silent auction is one of the highlights of the night, and we’re looking for items across several categories: food and drink, electronics, family-friendly experiences, home and beauty services, and unique experiences like vacation stays, event tickets, or a round of golf. We’reextending our donation window to October 31 to accommodate the new event date, so there’s still time to contribute if you have an item or idea in mind.
Become a Sponsor
Sponsorship is one of the most impactful ways to support Agape’s mission while gaining visibility for your business at our biggest event of the year. You can view sponsorship packages and opportunities here.
If You’ve Already Purchased a Ticket
We know a date change can affect your plans, and we want to make this as easy as possible.
If November 13 works for you, there’s nothing you need to do. Your ticket will automatically carry forward to the new date.
If you can’t attend but would like to support Agape, you’re welcome to donate the cost of your ticket to our mission through OneCause, the platform you used to purchase it.
If you need a refund, we’re happy to help. Please reach out to Anna Montero, Strategic Partnership Manager at anna@agaperiding.org and we’ll take care of it.
Thank you for your continued support of Agape and for being part of this milestone year. We can’t wait to celebrate 40 years of healing, connection, and hope with you on November 13.