CHVProm 2026: Speakeasy

Before Cheverly officially became a town in 1931, during the height of Prohibition, imagine that the friendliest—and certainly the best-dressed—neighbors gathered for one final "town" meeting during the Roaring Twenties. Or... was it really a meeting?

Perhaps it was the evening that convinced everyone Cheverly should become a town. Perhaps important decisions were made over jazz music and whispered conversations. Perhaps neighbors debated the future of the community while sampling one another's finest specialty cocktails. The truth may never be known...

This September, CHVProm invites you to step into that story and become part of the "meeting" that could have led to Cheverly's incorporation in 1931. For this special 95 years of Cheverly "Speakeasy" theme, there will not be reserved tables or the traditional table decorating competition. Instead, this year's event features a free-flowing "town meeting" with high-top tables designed to encourage mingling, conversation, and meeting new neighbors. Guests are invited to dress in their finest Roaring Twenties attire and enjoy an evening of music, dancing, and a specialty cocktail competition.

INFO

Date: Saturday Sept. 12, 2026, 8pm to 12 am. Do not arrive early please.

What's new: This year's CHVProm has a different format. No reserved seats (limited seating is available to rest your feet every now and then, but must be shared), and no table decorating contest. All guests are invited to bring a hip flask if they wish; the committee will provide ample mixers, ice, and drinkware. Additional beverages will be provided through the cocktail contest (see below), keg, and complimentary champagne toast. There will also be light catering, photo booth, DJ, and dancing.

What to wear: Dresscode this year is roaring 20's attire or modern day cocktail attire. The three best dressed individuals as determined by popular vote will receive a prize. Please, no jeans, shorts, or flip-flops.

Who can come: The event is strictly 21+ humans (exception for service animals). Advance tickets only.

Why: To have a great time with your neighbors and raise money for charity. This year's beneficiaries are Friends of Lower Beaverdam Creek and Rt. 1 Mutual Aid.

TICKET TYPES

Standard ticket: $35, may be purchased in quantities from 1 to 9. Price increases to $45 on September 1.

Bootlegger Group: A group of 10 tickets for $315. The group must participate in the Bootlegging contest, providing premixed, cooled cocktails or mocktails (the committee will provide sampling cups). Attendees can sample the various options and vote on their favorites - prizes offered for the three most popular. Additional guidance will be provided to Bootlegger Group purchasers in advance of the event. LIMITED BOOTLEGGER GROUPS ARE AVAILABLE - BUY EARLY TO ENSURE YOUR PLACE! Price increases to $405 on September 1.

QUESTIONS?

Please read our FAQ section. If your question still isn't answered, email us at officialchvprom@gmail.com. Bear with us as we get back to you, we are all working volunteers!