The 2nd Annual Aperol Spritz Secret Garden Soireé

Late summer is the right moment for an Aperol party, and this one leans into the ritual instead of treating the spritz as an afterthought. Buttermilk & Bourbon turns the restaurant into a garden-inspired pop-up with interactive cocktail stations, including frozen variations, spritz trees and a garnish bar, while the kitchen serves unlimited dishes created just for the evening. The appeal is the chance to sample far more than you'd order during a typical dinner, making it feel closer to a tasting event than a themed happy hour. The Amalfi-inspired decor and photo booth are there if that's your thing, but they're not the reason to go. The combination of creative cocktails, event-only food and a format that encourages wandering from station to station makes this an easy pick for anyone looking to stretch summer a little longer with friends.