1 of 13

Western character and modern hospitality come together at Bowie House, setting the tone for the Rodeo Launch Celebration.

Photo: Jacque Manaugh

2 of 13

From left: Brayden Hanssan, Katie Haong, Addie Vaughan, Virginia Rader, and Anna Russell.

Photo: Jacque Manaugh

3 of 13

Red Iron Push provides live music throughout the evening with a blend of classic country and Western energy.

Photo: Jacque Manaugh

4 of 13

Stitzel-Weller Sour signature cocktails and tastings are served from the Blade and Bow Field Bar.

Photo: Jacque Manaugh

5 of 13

Hotel Drover’s timeless Texas hospitality set the stage for the G&G Game Dinner.

Photo: Jacque Manaugh

6 of 13

 An escort display welcomes guests to the table.

Photo: Jacque Manaugh

7 of 13

 The Smoked Old-Fashioned, a Blade and Bow signature cocktail featuring Turkish tobacco bitters, spiced agave syrup, a dehydrated orange, and cherry.

Photo: Jacque Manaugh

8 of 13

Live music by The Western Flyers carries the evening, bringing a rich mix of swing and Americana.

Photo: Jacque Manaugh

9 of 13

Alyssa Johnson and Whitney Would step out in style.

Photo: Jacque Manaugh

10 of 13

Rebecca Darwin, CEO of Garden & Gun, and Cress Darwin.

Photo: Jacque Manaugh

11 of 13

Jeff Parrott, Blade and Bow brand cultivator, and Tim Conlin.

Photo: Jacque Manaugh

12 of 13

The second course: Carolina Gold Rice Purloo South Carolina shrimp, wild boar sausage, blue crab butter, puffed grains, berbere, and a pairing of Ab Astris Estate wine provided by Visit Fredericksburg.

Photo: Jacque Manaugh

13 of 13

Chef Carter raises a glass with guests, toasting with 30-year Blade and Bow bourbon to end the evening.

Photo: Jacque Manaugh