This year, the Butterfly Benefit is more than a fundraiser — it's a full-on birthday celebration!
We're marking 20 years of Love Bus with the most joyful, most meaningful event we've ever thrown, and we are pulling out all the stops. Join us on Thursday, May 7th from 5:30–10:00PM at RiverWalk Brewing & Taproom in Newburyport, for a night that honors everything this community has built together over two decades — and sets the stage for the next 20 years. You are part of this story, and we can't wait to celebrate that with you!
Expect everything you love about the Butterfly Benefit, and then some: live music, delicious food & local beverages, live & online auctions packed with incredible packages, raffles & prizes, birthday surprises you won't want to miss, and a night full of love, laughter, and two decades worth of joy!
At the Event: The Live Auction
Joining us in person means access to our exclusive Live Auction, featuring up to 10 one-of-a-kind packages and experiences you simply cannot get anywhere else. These items are only available to bid on live, in the room — so if you've got your eye on something extraordinary, your ticket to the Butterfly Benefit is your only shot. A sneak preview of all auction items will be available in early April, so you can start planning your bids ahead of the big night.
Can't Make It? Bid from Anywhere with the Online Auction
Not able to join us in person? You can still be part of the celebration! Our Online Auction opens Friday, May 1st and closes Friday, May 8th at 12:00PM — open to anyone, bidding from anywhere, for free. Here's what you need to know:
The Online Auction is open to everyone, whether or not you're attending the live event
Bidding opens Friday, May 1st and closes Friday, May 8th at 12:00 PM
Not attending the live event? Register for a free Virtual Bidder ticket to access the online auction
Already registered for the live event on May 7th? No need to register separately — bidding access is included with your ticket
Whether you're dancing with us at RiverWalk or cheering us on from afar, there's a place for you in this celebration. Twenty years in the making — let's make it unforgettable!
