The Public Theatre of Kentucky (PTK) is Bowling Green’s home for live, local theatre and arts education, dedicated to creating a welcoming, inclusive space where people of all ages and abilities can discover the power of storytelling and creativity. From our Summer Arts Day Camps and Inclusive Summer Intensive to the Kentucky Voices playwriting program and our mainstage productions, PTK works to inspire confidence, celebrate diverse voices, and strengthen our community through the performing arts. The proceeds from this auction directly support these programs—funding youth scholarships, accessible arts opportunities, local playwright development, and the high-quality productions that make PTK a vital part of South Central Kentucky.

Please familiarize yourself with the following rules before registering to ensure the auction runs smoothly and we all have a great time.

1. Bidding Period
Bidding begins on November 23, 2025 at 6:00 a.m. Central Time and ends on November 30, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. Central Time.

2. Age Requirement
All bidders must be at least 18 years old. Bids placed by anyone who does not meet this requirement will be disqualified. Valid ID may be required to purchase or pick up items.

3. Minimum Bids
All bids must meet the minimum bid requirements, or they will be disqualified.

4. Multiple Bids
Bidders may bid multiple times on the same item as long as they meet the bid minimum.

5. Winning Bids
The bidder with the highest recorded bid at the close of the auction (or the bidder who chooses the “Buy Now” option, where applicable) will win the item.

6. Bids Are Final
All bids are FINAL.

7. Sales Are Final
All sales are FINAL.

8. Payment Obligation
Bidders agree to pay in full the amount they bid at the conclusion of the auction.

9. Payment & Pickup Deadline / Forfeiture
Winning bidders must pay for their item within 2 days of being notified and must pick up their item no later than December 5, 2025 (see Item Pickup rule below). If payment is not received within 2 days, or the item is not picked up by December 5, 2025, the winning bid will be considered forfeited and the item may be offered to the next highest bidder at their last bid amount. No refunds will be issued to forfeited bidders.

10. Item Pickup
Items must be picked up by December 5, 2025. Pickup will take place by appointment only at the Public Theatre of Kentucky, 545 Morris Alley, Bowling Green, KY, between December 1–5, 2025.

11. Item Release
Items will not be released to winners until payment has been received in full.

12. Item Values
The auction item value listed is based on an estimate of the fair market value, as determined by the item donor and/or PTK.

13. Item Limits
Some limits may apply to auction items.

14. “As-Is” Condition
All items are sold as-is.

15. Liability
PTK assumes no liability for risk or hazards associated with items won. Winners assume all responsibility for risk and injury. Items are subject to change or be withdrawn without notice at any time.

2025 Holiday Online Auction