Events

Cars & Cocktails supporting Appreciate Your Service, a 501 (c)(3) non-profit helping active and retired military personnel and first responders with their automotive transportation needs.

2026 Plans are in the works…   

Finalizing details and committments from many who attended and supported the event in 2026!

Early Agenda:

Vehicles on display – 5:30 PM
Doors Open – 6:00 PM
Dinner Served – 6:30 PM
Event Begins – 7:00 PM
Concludes at 9:30 PM

Special Guests & Performers Planned!

• Hillsborough County Sheriff, Chad Chronister.
• Country singer/songwriter Bryon Edwards.
• Guest vocal appearance by Tina Pepin!
• Display vehicles included Bentley, Rolls Royce, Aston Martin, and more.
• Hors d’oeuvres / Dinner along with beer and wine.
• A featured craft cocktail called “Hero”.
• Exciting Auction Items

What we know in the real world…

Our veterans, active military, and first responders are key to a vibrant community, and that many of them are in need of financial assistance.  Great organizations like Wounded Warriors and T2T help with homes, and AYS wants to help our local heroes with what is usually their second largest expense which is there vehicles.

The cost of vehicles new and used has increased dramatically in the last decade, forcing many to not be able to afford safe and dependable transportation, adding additional stress to their lives.