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Celebrating Colorful Colorado
FIRST UNIVERSALIST ANNUAL AUCTION
Saturday, October 17th, 5:00–8:00pm
First Universalist Church, 4101 E Hampden Ave, Denver, CO 80222
Please plan to join us Saturday, October 17th, 2026 at First Universalist Church from 5:00–8:00pm for our Auction Event, “Celebrating Colorful Colorado!” We host an online auction, which will be open for bidding at 12:00pm (noon) on Saturday, October 10th. Online bidding closes at noon on Saturday, October 17th—and then we celebrate its conclusion on that Saturday evening with a highly entertaining live auction event!
This is an event for all ages. Families are encouraged to come! Kids will have their own programming and attend for free, but they must be registered by selecting "Child Tickets" on the Auction website. Childcare and activities for kids and youth will be held downstairs during the auction.
Registering for a Bidder Account on Auctria gives you access to participate in online bidding, and purchasing tickets will allow you to participate in the in-person auction. If you have questions, don't hesitate to reach out to the Auction Committee!
Quick Links:
- OR Register to Bid Online ONLY
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The Online Catalog opens for bidding at 12:00pm (noon) on Saturday, October 10th, and closes at 12:00pm (noon) on Saturday, October 17th before the start of the Live Auction Event. All you have to do is register as a bidder to participate.
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Ticket sales now closed! The Dinner& Live Auction Event starts at 5:00pm on Saturday 10/17!
Everything You Need to Know...
Links to Auction Resources:
- Merchant Letter 2026
- Link to Register to Bid Online ONLY
HOW DOES IT WORK?
There will be an online auction, which will be open for bidding at 12:00pm (noon) Saturday, October 10th. Online bidding closes at noon on Saturday, October 17th—and then we celebrate its conclusion that Saturday evening at First Universalist Church of Denver from 5:00–8:00pm! We look forward to coming together in community for this entertaining event.
WHAT'S FOR DINNER?
We will enjoy foods catered by Chef Patrik as we mingle and connect with one another. Wine and beer will be available for a donation.
Nonalcoholic options will also be available! To attend, advance registration is required—and open now!
Appetizers Station:
• Swedish Meatballs, pickles & lingonberry jam
• Traditional Shrimp Cocktail, Large white wild caught shrimp with cocktail sauce, lemon and fresh dill (gluten-free)
• Bacon wrapped dates w/ balsamic reduction & goat cheese (gluten-free)
• Avocado tostada Bar w/ Roasted corn & chipotle salsa (vegetarian/vegan) (gluten-free)
• Tomato & Mozzarella skewer cherry tomatoes, olives, fresh basil & Marinated Mozzarella (vegetarian) (gluten-free)
Warm Station:
• Penne Pesto Pasta with roasted chickpeas served in a pesto cream sauce (vegetarian)
• Roasted Chicken breast served with Gravy (gluten-free)
• Roasted potatoes seasoned w/ rosemary & garlic (vegetarian/vegan) (gluten-free)
• Roasted Fall vegetables seasonal veggies (vegetarian/vegan) (gluten-free)
• Chopped Mediterranean salad, fresh tomatoes, kalamata olives, cucumbers, peppers & fresh herbs (vegetarian/vegan) (gluten-free)
OKAY, I'M EXCITED... NOW WHAT DO I DO?
We are looking forward to a successful event bringing together as many of our members as possible. We hope to see you there! Email auction@firstuniversalist.org if you'd like more information about getting involved!