The Ablaze Design Group

Talk Derby to Me” at ABLAZE – Highwood Ladies Night Out!
2026-04-23 17:30 - 20:00 UTC | ABLAZE Design Group / ABL Group 259, Waukegan Avenue Highwood, IL, 60040, United States
Grab your hats and get ready for a night of Derby-inspired fun at ABLAZE during Highwood’s Ladies Night Out!
Theme: Talk Derby to Me
Step into the spirit of the Kentucky Derby with us as we serve up:
Classic Mint Juleps + creative Derby-themed cocktails & mocktails
A one-of-a-kind JUMBO horse racing game (yes—there will be prizes for the winners!)
Drinks served in our exclusive “Talk Derby to Me” take-home glasses
Whether you’re feeling lucky at the races or just here for the vibes, this is your stop for festive drinks, laughter, and a little friendly competition
Check out the full lineup of Ladies Night Out happenings + register here:
April 23rd | 5:30–8:00 PM
https://www.highwoodchamber.com/events/event-two-w7zrh-s4xbg-nypkl-tgrel
Don’t miss your chance to run for the roses with us at ABLAZE!

Mahjong 101
2026-05-11 18:00 - 20:00
Join us for a fun and welcoming Mahjong 101 at Ablaze Design Group in Highwood! This beginner-friendly class is the perfect introduction to American Mahjong. Whether you’re brand new or looking for a refresher, you’ll learn the rules, tile names, how to read the National Mahjong League card, and start playing with confidence.
We provide all mahjong equipment and materials — just bring yourself and get ready to learn!
As an added bonus, Ablaze Design Studio carries a beautiful selection of mahjong accessories, tiles, and gifts, making it the perfect place to shop for everything you need to continue playing. All attendees will receive 20% off mahjong products in-store during the event, so you can take advantage of exclusive savings while you’re there.
Come enjoy a fun night of learning, shopping, and connecting with other players. Seats are limited, so be sure to reserve your spot!

Bloom & Brew Coffee Cart
2026-05-14 15:00 - 17:00
We’ll have a Bloom & Brew coffee cart, light bites and drinks, plus a hands-on floral design experience inspired by spring color trends. We’re also hosting a quick color trend conversation with Benjamin Moore + JC Licht, something a little more meaningful you can actually bring back to your clients.
It should be a fun mix of networking, inspiration, prizes, and just a good time with great people.
RSVP here (limited spots):
https://SpringRealtorSocial.eventbrite.com

Living in a Better Light
2026-09-16 17:00 - 19:00
An Exclusive Immersive Design Experience
Discover how thoughtfully designed lighting can transform the way we live, feel, and experience our homes.
Join ABLAZE Design Group during Highwood Design Week 2026 for an exclusive evening that explores one of the most overlooked elements of exceptional home design: light.
Presented in partnership with Lutron and Davis Audio & Video, this complimentary event features a live demonstration of Lutron’s revolutionary Ketra lighting system, allowing you to experience the same room transformed instantly through changing light temperatures, natural daylight, circadian lighting, personalized scenes, and vibrant color spectrums.
Event Highlights

Live demonstrations
Exclusive swag bags
Raffle prizes
Lite Bites and Drinks
Conversations with the award-winning ABLAZE Design Group team

Event Details

📅 Wednesday, September 16, 2026
🕔 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 ABLAZE Design Group
259 Waukegan Avenue
Highwood, Illinois

Seating is intentionally limited.
To preserve the quality of this immersive experience, attendance is limited. Advance registration is strongly recommended.
We look forward to welcoming you for an evening that will change the way you think about lighting—and the way you experience home.
