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Country star Jackson Dean to headline Make-A-Wish Colorado fundraiser at Mission Ballroom next week; tickets still available

May 1, 2026, 3:47 PM

Platinum-selling country artist Jackson Dean will headline a Make-A-Wish Colorado fundraiser next Thursday (May 7th) at Mission Ballroom, and tickets are still on sale for the event that raises money to grant wishes for children with critical illnesses across the state.

The fourth annual Whiskey, Wine & Wishes, presented by Southwest Airlines and Subaru, takes place May 7 at Mission Ballroom, 4242 Wynkoop St., with doors opening at 5:30 p.m.

The country-western-themed evening will feature a live performance by Dean, signature cocktails, food, and silent and live auctions. All proceeds directly support Make-A-Wish Colorado’s mission to create life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses.

Research shows that a wish can be a powerful component of a child’s health care journey, providing hope and emotional strength during periods of uncertainty, Make-A-Wish Colorado said.

Tickets are available now at events.handbid.com. Sponsorship information is also available by contacting Lauren Beede at lbeede@colorado.wish.org.

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