Description
Help Save Platypus: An urgent invitation to
The Platypus Bar Preservation Benefit
A Fundraiser to Help Save Our Endangered Space
Platypus has always been more than just a bar. It is a community hub for artists, a safe space where everyone in The Grove is welcome to be exactly who they are, and a nationally recognized St. Louis treasure—voted one of the "Top Ten Bars in the Country" by Food & Wine.
But right now, this vital community space is facing an existential crisis, and we need your help to save it.
WHEN: October 10th, 2026
TIME: 6:00PM VIP / 7:30PM GENERAL ADMISSION; ENDS AT 1:30am
VIP TICKETS: $250
VIP Entry at 6PM, features an open bar, premium passed hors d'oeuvres, and exclusive live artist performances.
GENERAL ADMISSION: $150
General Admission doors open at 7:30 PM, introducing active food stations, one hour open bar, and a full lineup of local entertainment running late into the night.
ARTIST ENTRY: $75
For artists and creative community members who would like to support Platypus although do not have the means to purchase the General Admission ticket.
SPONSORSHIP:
Immediate Impact Sponsorships (Goal: $26,000)
These funds will be applied directly to immediate operational needs including staff wages, rent, and vendor obligations.
Gold Sponsor | $2,500
Perks: 4 VIP Tickets, live recognition from the stage, and a social media spotlight.
Silver Sponsor | $1,500
Perks: 2 VIP Tickets and a social media spotlight.
"No Go" Sponsor | $1,000 (For those who want to support but cannot attend)
Perks: Full social media spotlight and recognition as a savior of the bar.
Support Our Live & Silent Auctions
Beyond cash sponsorships, the evening will feature high-energy Live and Silent Auctions to help drive our recovery. We are actively looking for unique items, luxury experiences, or packages to complete our lineup. If you or your business can donate an item—whether it’s artwork, gift cards, sports tickets, premium gift baskets, gift cards, or specialized professional services—your contribution will directly fuel our comeback.
Link to Sponsor & Auction Donation Form here!
Contact us with your interest in Major Recovery Sponsorship Contributions at events@drinkplatypus.com.
Platypus survived a tragedy, but it can only thrive when the community shows up to lift that heavy weight. By becoming a sponsor or an auction donor for The Platypus Benefit, you aren't just saving a business—you are preserving a home for St. Louis artists and a safe haven for our neighborhood.
We can’t do this without you. Will you partner with us to keep this vibrant home alive for the artists and neighbors who make St. Louis and The Grove so unique?
With deep gratitude,
Meredith Barry & The Platypus Team
"I’ve spent 21 years behind a bar, and if there is one thing I’ve learned, it’s that a bar is never just about the drinks. It’s about the safety we find in each other. It’s about the community that shows up when the world feels heavy. Right now, the world feels very heavy for us at Platypus. I’m going to be as honest as I can: We are navigating some incredibly painful challenges that were left at our doorstep—challenges that have tested my spirit and the resilience of our team in ways I never imagined. We want to continue to show up for our community, but right now....we need you. Platypus needs you!"
Date & Time
Oct 10, 2026 6:00 PM - Oct 11, 2026 1:00 AM
Venue Details
Platypus
4501 MANCHESTER AVESAINT LOUIS, Missouri 63110
