Big Red Barn Retreat

The Southern Shuckdown Charity Oyster Roast

Friday, April 4th 2025 | 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM | 701 Whaley St.

Benefitting the Big Red Barn Retreat’s Programs and Services for Veterans and First Responders

Join us for the Big Red Barn Retreat’s 3rd Annual Oyster Roast event, proudly presented by The Folline King Group at Merrill Lynch!

Enjoy a memorable evening with delicious food, live music, an exciting silent auction, and more—all in support of programs that make a real difference for Veterans, Active-Duty Service Members, First Responders, and their families.

TICKETS ON SALE NOW, $75 EACH:

Entry tickets include:

  • Access to the Oyster Roast
  • Oyster Roast Southern Buffet Feast
  • Access to online silent auction
  • 2 drink tickets
  • Free sponsor SWAG at the event
  • Access to live musical performances, games, and more! 

Get a Free BRBR Oyster Roast 2025 T-Shirt! Purchase your ticket by February 28, 2025, and receive a FREE BRBR Oyster Roast 2025 T-shirt in your SWAG bag! Pick it up at the registration/check-in tables on the day of the event.

All proceeds from this event directly fund the Big Red Barn Retreat’s free programs and services for veterans, first responders, and their families.  Click the button below to buy your tickets today and make sure you don’t miss this amazing event!

THE DETAILS:

701 Whaley Street
(701 Whaley St, Columbia, SC 29201)

-April 4th, 2025 | 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Entry Tickets | $75 Each: Includes access to the Oyster Roast, Oyster Roast Southern Buffet Feast, access to online silent auction, 2 drink tickets, free sponsor SWAG at the event (with free t-shirt included if you order your tickets before February 28th), access to live musical performances, games, and more!

LIVE MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT

She Might Get Loud delivers an electrifying mix of classic and modern rock, covering hits from legendary bands like Thin Lizzy, The Cult, and AC/DC to contemporary favorites like Blink-182, Foo Fighters, and Alanis Morissette.

The band features an incredible lineup of talented musicians, including Big Red Barn Retreat board member James Smith on bass guitar and vocals. Together, they bring high-energy performances that are sure to entertain and impress!

YOUR BID CHANGES LIVES!

Every bid you place supports The Big Red Barn Retreat’s programs for active-duty service members, veterans, and first responders.

Your participation fuels recovery, growth, and well-being for those who protect our freedom. Make an impact today!

PROUDLY PRESENTED BY THE FOLLINE KING GROUP AT MERRILL LYNCH

This event is proudly presented by Merrill Lynch, a Bank of America Company and a supporter of the Big Red Barn Retreat and veteran and first responder communities.  We are thankful for your support!

Sponsorship Opportunities

This event offers multiple sponsorship opportunities for you and your company to choose from. Please reach out to our Grant Manager, Jeff Lawson, at [email protected] for sponsorship inquiries. 

Checks or Online Payments accepted.

1. Platinum Level– $10,000: SOLD OUT!

  • Logo on event marketing materials and giveaways, BRBR website, social media (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)
  • 8 entry tickets, 10 drink tickets
  • Recognition in Executive Director’s presentation

2. Gold Level– $5,000:

  • Logo on event marketing materials and giveaways, BRBR website, and social media (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)
  • 6 entry tickets, and 12 drink tickets

3. Silver Level– $2,500:

  • Logo on event marketing materials, BRBR website, and social media (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)
  • 4 entry tickets, and 8 drink tickets

4. Beer Sponsor Level– $1,200: SOLD OUT!

  • Logo on event marketing materials, BRBR website, and social media (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)
  • 2 entry tickets

In-Kind Sponsorship Opportunities:

We welcome food and beverage sponsors who wish to contribute to the summit in lieu of monetary support. In-kind sponsors will receive recognition based on the value of their contribution and the following benefits:

  • Logo placement on event signage and select promotional materials.
  • Recognition during opening remarks and throughout the event.
  • Opportunity to provide branded materials or giveaways at designated areas.

Help Serve Those That Served...

Your support helps us provide these life-changing programs and services at little to no charge to veterans, military,  first responders, and their families. With your help, our Warriors won’t just survive — they’ll thrive.

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Join Us for the Southern Shuckdown Charity Oyster Roast!

Enjoy fresh oysters, a Southern buffet, live music, an online silent auction, and more—all while supporting the Big Red Barn Retreat’s free programs for Veterans and First Responders.

📍 701 Whaley St., Columbia, SC
📅 April 4, 2025 | 6–10 PM
🎟 Tickets: $75 (plus processing fees)

Proudly sponsored by The Folline King Group at Merrill Lynch.

Get your tickets now!