February 16-19, 2017 February 10-14, 11-14, 2016 February 2016
ENHANCE YOUR SHOW EXPERIENCE SEWE in style Transform your event experience into an exclusive VIP happening. For 35 years the Southeastern Wildlife Exposition has proudly celebrated the finest in wildlife art and the sporting lifestyle. By becoming a SEWE VIP, you’ll experience the best in show, while gaining perks and insider access throughout the weekend. VIP benefits include private art viewings, exclusive lounges, special parties, shuttled transportation and priority entry to all venues. In keeping with the tradition of the SEWE VIP program, a limited number of packages are available to ensure the best experience possible for our most important guests.
Preview Gala & Sale Thursday, February 16th | 7-11 p.m. An excuse to dress up in your SEWE best. Don your favorite gown or tux for this black-tie event, featuring a visit from exotic animals, live auction, wild fare and an open bar. Join in on the fun, mix and mingle with other VIPs and meet SEWE artists in the Charleston Place Ballroom.
VIP Lounges Friday – Sunday, February 17th – 19th Take a break between SEWE festivities. Relax in the exclusive lounges offered to Benefactor level VIPs ($450 and above). Enjoy private access to an open bar, light snacks and a respite from the action during show hours. Located in Charleston Place (full bar), the Gaillard Center and Brittlebank Park (wine and beer only).
SEWE Soiree Saturday, February 18th | 7-11 p.m. Celebrate SEWE Saturday with a live band, shucking oysters and surrounded by friends. This popular party is held annually in the heart of downtown at the Visitor Center Bus Shed, Above the Peaks
a covered, open-air venue best suited for jeans and boots.
Ezra Tucker
Experience classic Southern cuisine, including local oysters,
Featured Artist
2017 VIP EVENTS Private Viewing Hours & sale Thursday, February 16th | 1-5 p.m. Friday & Saturday, February 17th & 18th | 9-10 a.m.
Before SEWE opens to the public, enjoy insider access to preview and purchase original art inside Charleston Place. Beer, wine and light hors d’oeuvres will be served on Thursday afternoon. And don’t miss preview hour at the Gaillard Center on Friday and Saturday from 9 to 10 a.m.
barbecue and wild game, dancing and an open bar.
2 017 V I P
B e n efits
Patron
Benefactor
Bronze
Silver
Gold
Platinum
Ambassador
$200
$450
$550
$1,050
$1,500
$2,500
$5,000
Badges
2
2
2
4
6
8
10
Poster & Directory
1
1
1
2
3
4
5
Priority Entry
Reserved Seating
VIP Shuttle
Private Art Preview
Choose One
VIP Lounge Access x 3* Gala* Soiree* Portion Tax Deductible
Tribute Dinner***
Grounded and Comin Richard Loffler Guest Artist
* VIP Lounges and VIP evening events are limited to 21 or older ** Learn more about hosting an artist and the VIP program at SEWE.com *** See insert for more information on the Tribute Dinner
Maternal Manner, Ezra Tucker, Featured Artist Available at auction February 16, 2017