Cattle Baron's Ball
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The Cattle Baron's Ball in Dallas is the largest single-night fundraiser hosted by the American Cancer Society. $105 million has been raised for cancer research since the first Ball in 1974. Each year, the event has a specific theme and provides entertainment, including performances by several country artists. Participants must be a minimum age of 21 and buy a ticket before the event.[1]
Due to the event's success, the Ball has expanded across the United States, including Colorado, Florida, Indianapolis, Kansas, Louisiana, Missouri, Oklahoma, Virginia, and other parts of Texas.[2]
Cattle Baron's Ball vary, but common features include:[3]
- Silent Auctions
- Live Auctions
- Raffles
- Performances by country artists
The Ball typically holds a raffle featuring luxury items donated by sponsors and partners, which have included Park Place Porsche,[4] Christie's, Winstar World Casino, and Eisemann Jewelers.[5]
Several of Country music's performers have entertained at the ball throughout its 35+ year history, including Tammy Wynette, Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, George Strait, Waylon Jennings, Brooks & Dunn, Clint Black, Dwight Yoakam, Big & Rich, Toby Keith, Sugarland and Brad Paisley, among many others.[6]