From '01-'19: Themes, performers and photos from Richard Driehaus' Lake Geneva birthdays
From the Beach Boys to Mary Wilson of the Supremes, the late Richard Driehaus' annual birthday celebration in late July in Lake Geneva did not disappoint.Â
He spared no expense from the invitation to the entertainment. While the guest list was limited, everyone on the lake enjoyed his annual firework show that did not disappoint.
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Driehaus with Jay Leno
Richard Driehaus poses with comedian Jay Leno during his 2017 themed drive-in party.
Ooh LÃ LÃ Cher Paris!
Ooh LÃ LÃ Cher Paris! was the theme of the Driehaus party in 2014.
Beach Blanket Birthday
The theme of Richard Driehaus’ 2013 birthday was beach blanket birthday and featured the Golden Boys: Frankie Avalon, Fabian & Bobby Rydell.
Richard Driehaus
Richard Driehaus died at 78 on March 9. The Chicago businessman who owned the Driehaus Estate in Lake Geneva earning the fortune he made and he knew how to enjoy it by celebrating extravagantly, preserving history and giving back to the community.
2017 Driehaus party
Driehaus talks to guests at his annual party in 2017.
Annual fireworks
Fireworks lit up the sky after one of Driehaus annual parties, a display lake visitors looked forward to every year. Even in 2020 when there was no party. There were still fireworks to mark the occasion.
Spirit of '76
The Spirit of ‘76 party in 2018 in celebration of Richard Driehaus’ 76th birthday included music by the Beach Boys.
Richard on an elephant
Richard Driehaus rides an elephant during his elaborate birthday party in 2007 in Lake Geneva. That year the theme of the party was Driehaus Circus.
Floating poker chips
There were floating poker chips in the pond at Richard Driehaus' 77th birthday bash in 2019.Â
Vintage car
Vintage cars from the 007 James Bond movies could be seen throughout Richard Driehaus' property for his 77th birthday bash.Â
Diana Ross
Diana Ross performed at Richard Driehaus’ 77th birthday bash in Lake Geneva in 2019.
Acrobats serving champagne
Richard Driehaus’ 77th birthday included an acrobat serving champagne upside down.
Glanworth Gardens
Glanworth Gardens, the Driehaus estate, is lit up for Richard Driehaus’ 77th birthday in 2019.
Circus theme of 2007
Driehaus 66
In 2008 the theme was Driehaus 66.Â
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