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The second annual Vampyre Night at Vele, held Oct. 28, gave adults a fun Halloween event to attend while raising funds to provide some holiday cheer to District 186 students.

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Well, last night was a doozy!🩸🧛🏻‍♂️ Killer party.

🦇 THE STAKES JUST GOT HIGHER! 🦇

VELE’s 2nd Annual Vampyre Night is almost here, and we’re turning up the excitement with an incredible lineup of luxury raffle prizes!

💎 3-Carat Lab Diamond Earrings — Invisible-set in 14kt white gold, generously donated by Giganti & Giganti Fine Jewelry.

🛍️ $1,000 Shopping Spree — Treat yourself to something exceptional at The Crafted Stag Supply

🍽️ 🍷The Don Dinner at VELE — An exclusive dining experience for eight inside The Pearl, VELE’s intimate speakeasy, featuring filet and lobster paired with reserve wines.

And that’s just the beginning! More fabulous prizes await.

Join us for a hauntingly elegant evening of cocktails, heavy hors d’oeuvres, music by DJ Yuri K, and a little after-dark indulgence — all for a great cause.

🎟️ Every admission ticket includes one raffle entry, with the opportunity to purchase additional raffle tickets the night of the event!

Plus, every guest receives $150 in complimentary gift cards from The Crafted Stag, Bella Boutique, and Homescapes at The Gables.

🥀 Wednesday, October 28 | 7 PM
🎟️ Tickets: $200 per person
🖤 Dressy black attire is a must

🎟️ YOUR INVITATION AWAITS. GET YOUR TICKETS NOW!

Don’t be the one wishing you had gone. Gather your friends, dress to impress, and secure your tickets TODAY!

👉 https://www.velerestaurant.com/vampyres

🍂 A NEW SEASON. A NEW MENU. THE SAME VELE EXPERIENCE. 🍷

Fall has arrived at Vele, and we’re excited to introduce our new fall menu!

Our culinary team has been busy creating a fresh lineup of dishes that bring together bold flavors, seasonal ingredients, and the creativity you’ve come to expect from Vele.

✨ A few highlights from our fall menu:

🐟 Pecan Crusted Seabass – Served with Yukon Gold potatoes, broccolini, and lemon beurre blanc.

🍖 Crispy Fried Porkchop – A 10 oz porkchop with shallot and piquillo jam, goat cheese, micro arugula, and balsamic reduction.

🥩 Steak & Squash Salad – Tender filet bites, roasted butternut squash, crisp Honeycrisp apples, goat cheese, and maple Dijon vinaigrette.

🥩 40 oz Tomahawk Steak – Fire-grilled, finished with chimichurri verde, and presented tableside for sharing.

And that’s just a taste! From fresh seafood and handmade pastas to premium steaks and decadent desserts, there’s something delicious to discover with every visit.

🍁 The season has changed. Your next favorite dish is waiting.

It's time for our 2nd annual 🦇 VAMPYRE NIGHT AT VELE 🦇 brought to you by The Westside Collective

Step into the shadows for an all-noir evening of cocktails, couture & revelry.

Join us Wednesday, October 28 for a moody, dressy cocktail party featuring heavy hors d’oeuvres, music, mingling, incredible raffle prizes and a little after-dark indulgence.

🦇 Dressy black attire is a must — think dark, dramatic & vampire-inspired
🍸 Cocktails + heavy hors d’oeuvres
🎧 DJ Yuri K throughout the evening
🛍️ Luxe raffle featuring an item from Giganti & Giganti Fine Jewelry, a $1,000 shopping spree to The Crafted Stag, and more!
🎁 Guests will also receive a total of $150 in complimentary gift cards from The Crafted Stag Supply, Bella Boutique & Homescapes

This year, we’ve partnered with Make An Impact (MAI), a local organization dedicated to supporting groups that serve people in need throughout the Springfield area. MAI will help direct a portion of the evening’s proceeds to a local organization where the funds can make a meaningful impact.

🎟️ **Tickets are $200 per person and space is limited.**

Reserve your ticket through RESY:
https://resy.com/cities/chicago-il/venues/vele/events/vampyre-night-at-vele-2026-10-28-6

Come dressed for the darkness. 🖤

The lights are low. The cocktails are unforgettable. The Pearl is open tonight. ✨🍸

Whether you’re starting the evening or ending it, we’ll save you a seat.

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A fresh perspective on a familiar favorite.

Our tuna tartare at VELE, reimagined—layered with texture, a little heat, and just the right crunch. Same flavors you love, just a new expression.