A whimsical, Wonderland-themed lane of oversized mushroom lanterns over a checkered floor, the visual inspiration for Mad for a Cure
Mad for a Cure, CF Bites 2026 gala logo

5th Annual · October 16, 2026 · Holy City Brewery

Mad for a Cure

Thank you, Charleston, for following us down the rabbit hole for a cause that is very real.

2026 Recap

Down the Rabbit Hole

Year five went full Wonderland. Holy City Brewery - where CF Bites was born in 2021 - turned into a vintage tea party, and Charleston showed up in its most curious costumes.

Guests enjoyed live music, circus and aerial acts, a little magic, a costume contest, and a live online silent auction that let supporters bid from the gala floor or from home. Every dollar went to cystic fibrosis research.

DateFriday, October 16, 2026
VenueHoly City Brewery, Charleston, SC
Theme"Mad for a Cure" - a vintage trip down the rabbit hole
VIP hour6:00 - 7:00 PM · caviar bumps, curated entertainment, Mad Hatter photo shoot
The party7:00 - 11:00 PM · open bar, themed bites, costume contest, live entertainment
AuctionLive silent auction - bidding from the gala floor or from home
A guest in an elaborate White Rabbit costume, the whimsical, vintage spirit of Mad for a Cure

Who Brought the Magic

The Lineup

Music

ME & MR. JONES

Circus & Aerial Arts

Out on a Limb Charleston

Illusion & Magic

Prizm Production

Food

Forage Events

Dessert

Charleston Cake Company

2026 Silent Auction

See What Was Up for Grabs

Getaways, experiences, and treasures from Charleston’s best local businesses. Browse every item donated to the 2026 auction.

View 2026 Items →

Photos

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What’s Next

The 2027 Gala is Coming Soon

Date and theme are on the way. Get an early start on next year’s event - sponsor, donate an auction item, or sign up to volunteer today.