Live and Online Auctions!

Again this year the Phoenix Ball featured unique and interesting items for auction!

There was BOTH a live auction at the event as well as an online auction - if you couldn't attend you could still show your support by bidding in the online auction.

Thank you to all of our participants and sponsors for the 2026 Phoenix Ball Auctions.

2026 Live Auction Items

The Phoenix Ball offers several exclusive items each year at our live auction, with proceeds benefiting scholarships at Cumberland University. Below you can view our current 2026 Live Auction Items.

2027 NASCAR Event Weekend Package at Nashville Super Speedway

This package puts you right in the heart of the action with unprecedented, all-access VIP luxury at the Nashville Super Speedway. This isn’t just a ticket to a race - it’s an all-inclusive, behind-the-curtain pass to one of the biggest weekends in motorsports.

Package Details:

• Two (2) VIP Track President Suite Tickets
• Three Days of Elite Racing:
• Friday: NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Race
• Saturday: NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series Race
• Sunday: NASCAR Cup Series Race
• Two (2) NASCAR Garage & VIP Passes
• One (1) Premium Reserved Parking Space All Weekend

Calling All Bourbon & Whiskey Lovers! (Opportunity 1)

The Arnouk Family and Cheers Wine & Liquor have once again generously provided outstanding hard-to-find selections for this year’s auction. The selections have been divided into four separate bidding opportunities, so you will have multiple chances to bid and win your favorites.

Bidding Opportunity One - Jack Daniel's Collection:

• Jack Daniel’s 10-year, 12-year, and 14-year TN Whiskey
• Jack Daniel’s Tanyard Hill Rye Single Barrel Special Release
• Jack Daniel’s Coy Hill High Proof Single Barrel Special Release TN Whiskey
• In addition to these great selections, the winning bidder will also receive an authentic Jack Daniel’s (now empty) Oak Barrel.

42nd Anniversary Phoenix Ball Medallion

One of the great traditions in the now 42-year history of the Phoenix Ball is the creation of a custom piece of jewelry to commemorate the uniqueness of each event. This year’s edition continues that tradition in fabulous fashion. Kevin Forbes of Forbes Jewelers has created this beautiful one-of-a-kind piece, combining luxury and tradition into a magnificent wearable work of art.

Package Details:

• Solid 14K Gold
• Halo of Brilliant-Cut Natural Diamonds
• Intricate Hand-Engraving
• 14K Gold Chain
• Seamless, Classic Luxury

Calling All Bourbon & Whiskey Lovers! (Opportunities 2-4)

Pappy Van Winkle: The name speaks for itself; these heavy hitters include two rare and two ultra-rare bottles of Pappy Van Winkle bourbon.

Bidding Opportunity Two - Pappy Van Winkle:

• Old Rip Van Winkle 10-year
• Van Winkle Special Reserve 12-year

Bidding Opportunity Three - Pappy Van Winkle:

• Pappy Van Winkle’s Family Reserve 15-year

Bidding Opportunity Four - Pappy Van Winkle:

• Pappy Van Winkle’s Family Reserve 20-year

Beretta Shotgun and Tour Package

This package includes an exclusive invitation for two people to go behind the scenes at the Beretta USA Gallatin manufacturing facility and learn more about the rich history of this 500-year-old Italian brand.

Beretta – A300 Ultima Shotgun:

• Semi-automatic shotgun in 12gauge
• Proven A300 gas-operated system
• Kick-Off Recoil reduction system
• Durable synthetic stock built for hard use
• Lightweight, balanced, fast-handling, and adjustable
• Trusted Beretta performance and quality