RISE Celebrity Charity Weekend
November 6–8, 2026
Tempe, Arizona
Tempe Buttes Resort + Grass Clippings at Rolling Hills
Official Weekend Itinerary
Weekend at a Glance
Friday, November 6
RISE Influence Circle
4:00–7:00 PM
Cholla Vista · Tempe Buttes Resort
All-Star Casino Night & Celebrity Poker
6:30–10:30 PM
Kachina Ballroom · Tempe Buttes Resort
Saturday, November 7
RISE Celebrity Golf Classic
7:30 AM – 2:00 PM
Grass Clippings at Rolling Hills · Tempe
Wellness on the Greens
9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Grass Clippings at Rolling Hills · Tempe
RISE After Dark Comedy
7:00 PM & 9:30 PM
Kachina Ballroom · Tempe Buttes Resort
Sunday, November 8
RISE & Read with the Legends
1:00–3:00 PM
Cholla Vista · Tempe Buttes Resort
One Tree Hill Pre-Show Social
2:00–4:00 PM
Kachina Ballroom · Tempe Buttes Resort
One Tree Hill Live Reunion
4:00–9:00 PM
Kachina Ballroom · Tempe Buttes Resort
RISE Influence Circle
4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Cholla Vista
Tempe Buttes Resort
4:00–5:00 PM
Passed Hors d'Oeuvres + High-Level Mix & Mingle
Connect with executives, entrepreneurs, athletes, entertainers and community leaders while enjoying passed hors d'oeuvres.
5:00–6:15 PM
RISE Influence Circle Panel Experience
An intimate series of conversations centered around: Influence · Impact · Legacy Hosted by ABC15 News Anchor Christel Bell
6:15–7:00 PM
Closing Connections
Continue the conversation, build relationships and connect with fellow guests before transitioning into the evening.
All-Star Casino Night & Celebrity Poker
6:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Kachina Ballroom
Tempe Buttes Resort
Attire: Cocktail & Kicks
6:30 PM
Doors Open
Music hosted by DJ Rico On Your Radio
Casino Games
Poker · Dominoes · Craps · Blackjack · Roulette
7:00–9:00 PM
Lite Bites Served
Cash Bar Available Throughout the Evening
Featured Experiences
Silent Art Auction
Featuring original artwork by Art by Jalila
Mother Trucker Interactive Hat Booth
Create your own custom hat experience
Cordin AI Photo Booth
Interactive AI photo experience
Photo Booth + Step-and-Repeat
Photos and opportunities for pictures with celebrity guests
Amazing Raffle Prizes
Throughout the evening
Cigar Lounge on the Patio — Hosted by Constantine Cigars
Casino Night continues until 10:30 PM.
RISE Celebrity Golf Classic
Grass Clippings at Rolling Hills
Tempe
7:30 AM
Registration Opens + Breakfast
Player check-in and breakfast. Breakfast provided by Scratch Kitchen Co.
8:30 AM
Celebrity & Athlete Group Photo
All participating celebrities and athletes gather for the official group photo.
8:35 AM
Welcome, Prayer + Announcements
Opening welcome, prayer and tournament announcements by the RISE Team.
8:45 AM
Tee Off
Carts head out to starting holes. Tournament played in Scramble Format.
12:45–2:00 PM
Lunch + RISE Golf Awards
Golfers and Wellness guests come together for lunch and the RISE Golf Awards, hosted by James Davis.
Wellness on the Greens
Grass Clippings at Rolling Hills
Tempe
9:00 AM
Wellness Check-In + Breakfast
Breakfast provided by Scratch Kitchen Co.
9:00–9:30 AM
Pilates Pop-Up Class on the Greens
Hosted by Eleven Method
Beginning at 9:00 AM
Wellness Lounge
Hosted by The Vital Lounge. Guests can relax, recharge and enjoy wellness and recovery experiences throughout the morning. Massage · Cupping · Assisted Stretching
IV Hydration
Sponsored by IV League Arizona
Wellness Smoothies
Hosted by Alkaline Activated
Wellness Shots
12:45–2:00 PM
Lunch + RISE Golf Awards
Wellness guests join the golfers for lunch and the RISE Golf Awards, hosted by James Davis.
RISE After Dark Comedy
Kachina Ballroom
Tempe Buttes Resort
Featuring
Donnell Rawlings · Tacarra Williams · James Davis · Jus Nesh
Music by DJ Rico On Your Radio
Show One
Doors Open: 6:30 PM
Show Begins: 7:00 PM
Show Two
Doors Open: 9:00 PM
Show Begins: 9:30 PM
Featured Art Experience — Featuring artwork by Art by Jalila
Cigar Lounge on the Patio — Hosted by Constantine Cigars
Cash Bar Available · Two-Drink Minimum
RISE & Read with the Legends
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Cholla Vista
Tempe Buttes Resort
Family Check-In: 12:30–12:50 PM
A special afternoon bringing children and families together with professional athletes, community leaders and authors through literacy, creativity and inspiration.
Featured Readings
"Theo the Hero"
Read by Theo Ratliff
NBA All-Star
"Jarvis and Dad"
Read by Jashon Sykes
Denver Broncos NFL Alumni
Christel Bell
ABC15 News — Special Guest Reader + Host
Color Your Calm Coloring Station — Hosted by Author Kristin Sewell Hodge
A creative, calming coloring experience for the kids.
Swag + Kids Meal provided by Raising Cane's
An afternoon encouraging kids to read, dream, create and believe in what's possible.
One Tree Hill Pre-Show Social
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Kachina Ballroom
Tempe Buttes Resort
Connect with fellow One Tree Hill fans before the main reunion experience.
One Tree Hill Live Reunion
4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Kachina Ballroom
Tempe Buttes Resort
An evening celebrating One Tree Hill with cast appearances, fan experiences, conversation and memories from the series.
Weekend Hospitality Sponsor
Tempe Tourism
Event times and programming are subject to change. Please check this page throughout the weekend for the latest information.