Summer Celebration Cookout

August 15, 2026 @ 4:00PM — 8:00PM Indiana (East) Add to Calendar

Beardsley Discovery Center & the Havilah Beardsley House: 819 N Main Street Elkhart, IN 46514 Get Directions

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Summer Celebration Cookout puts the FUN back in Fundraiser!

Ruthmere's Summer Celebration Cookout will be held on Saturday August 15 from 4-8 pm at the Beardsley Discovery Center! Premium Fare including grilled steak, salmon, portobello mushrooms and vegetables prepared on site, and includes sides and dessert. Local craft beers will be served including Brass Elk, Wedgewood, Iechyd Da, Goshen Brewing and Westwind. Full bar with a specialty cocktail just for the summer heat. Dance band Mr. Z performs in the dance tent, and Corn Hole in the Havilah Beardsley House front yard! Ruthmere's Summer Celebration Cookout is a 21 and over fundraiser event. No exceptions. All proceeds support the Ruthmere Arts and History Campus.


Ticket Types:

VIP Underwriter Experiences
An elevated VIP Underwriter Experience is available for the last two Ruthmere Signature Events in 2026:
  • Elkhart Summer Celebration Cookout on August 15
  • Ruthmere Night at Holiday Lights on December 4
  • Both of these Signature Events can be purchased at a discounted rate in one transaction when you go to checkout for $3500.


2026 Summer Cookout - Ruthmere Signature Event

VIP Table of 8 Underwriter ($2,000) receives:

  • Reserved Table of 8 for your party
  • Up to 2 additional seats at your table to a maximum of 10 for $200 per seat
  • Choice of local craft beer sampler or bottle of champagne at your table upon your arrival
  • Open bar for all VIPs including wait staff service for beverages to your table
  • Themed food for all provided by The Galley Catering

VIP Individual Underwriter ($250) receives:

  • Preferred seating in VIP Table area
  • Open bar for all VIPs including wait staff service for beverages to your table
  • Themed food provided by The Galley Catering

Standard Non-Member Ticketholder ($100) receives:

  • Ample seating options in General Seating areas with tables and chairs
  • 2 drink tickets per Ticketholder
  • Themed food provided by The Galley Catering

Standard Ruthmere Member Ticketholder ($85) receives:

  • Member Discount of 15%
  • Ample seating options in General Seating areas with tables and chairs
  • 2 drink tickets per Ticketholder
  • Themed food provided by The Galley Catering

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