Annual Fundraiser | WhatIf Puppets

Join us for an unforgettable carnival experience filled with original games, delicious food, and plenty of whimsical activities.

This is a chance for adults to connect with their inner child, so we invite all guests 18 and older to the event!

Be a part of a night built to inspire play and connections for years to come!

Saturday, August 8th, 2026

5 PM - 9PM

J. Rieger Distillery

2700 Guinotte Ave

Kansas City, MO 64120, USA

Early Bird Tickets: $50

*Available Only During the Month of May

General Admission: $75

Group Tickets: $750

Ticket prices include food, drink and live entertainment throughout the event.

Click here for dress inspiration for the event!

Think fun formal!

Carnival Highlights

“Best in Show” Sponsor(s) ($5,000)

“Mutt-sterpiece” Sponsor(s) ($3,000)

“Pet-digree” Sponsor(s) ($1,000)

“Puppy-teer” Sponsor(s) ($750)

“Best in Show” Sponsor ($5,000)

Name or Logo on Signage for All Games
Official Photo of you and your group with Game Puppet of your choice
Recognition as Presenting Sponsor on Website, Printed Program, and All Social Media Promoting
Event Recognition on Screen During Event and Post-Event Newsletter
Verbal Recognition from the Stage
20 Tickets to the Carnival
10 Tickets to Our Premiere Show at Midwest Trust Center

“Pet-digree” Sponsor ($1,000)

Name or Logo on Signage for One Game
Official Photo of you and your group with Game Puppet of your Sponsored Game
Recognition as Sponsor on Website and Printed ProgramRecognition on Screen During Event
8 Tickets to the Carnival
4 Tickets to Our Premiere Show at Midwest Trust Center

“Mutt-sterpiece” Sponsor ($3,000)

Name Or Logo on Signage for All Games
Official Photo of you and your group with Game Puppet of your choice
Recognition as Sponsor on Website, Printed Program and All Social Media Promoting Event
Recognition on Screen During Event and Post-Event Newsletter
10 Tickets to Carnival
6 Tickets to Our Premiere Show at Midwest Trust Center

“Puppy-teer” Sponsor ($750)