Meet Star
Founder & CEO
A proud Mississippi Delta native, 2018 graduate of Thee Jackson State University, and the creative force behind StayLitDrinks, LLC. With 8 years of bartending experience and 7 years of entrepreneurship, Star has built her business around one simple belief: every celebration deserves an experience worth remembering.
What started as a passion for bartending has grown into a brand dedicated to bringing creativity, professionalism, and unforgettable moments to every event. Through StayLitDrinks, Star specializes in elevated bartending services, signature cocktails, interactive cocktail workshops, wine tastings, and event planning.
For Star, bartending is about much more than mixing a great drink. It’s about creating an atmosphere, connecting with people, paying attention to the details, and making each client feel like their event is truly special. Her journey as an entrepreneur has also allowed her to turn her passion into a platform for creativity and connection. Star is constantly finding new ways to make the traditional bar experience more interactive, memorable, and personal.
As the CEO of StayLitDrinks, LLC, Star is committed to providing quality service without sacrificing affordability. Her goal is to make professional, creative bartending experiences accessible while ensuring that every client receives service that feels intentional, personal, and unforgettable.
So, whether you're planning a wedding, birthday celebration, corporate event, private gathering, girls' night, cocktail workshop, or simply looking for a fun way to elevate your next occasion, you've come to the right place. Cheers!
Star Thomas
Founder & CEO of StayLitDrinks, LLC
Cocktails with Experience
StayLitDrinks provides excellent bartending services at an affordable price. I offer a variety of drinks to choose from, coming from four of my recipe books. As a mixologist, my drinks are uniquely crafted and fits every taste bud. My goal is bring a variety to your event and in every way, make it special. I have a wonderful team to help make your event a success as well.
Building Your Drink Experience
StayLitDrinks caters to you so that your event is as great as you are. You can select from our drinks or some classic drinks that you enjoy. I also offer Signature Drinks and Taste Testings. Not only that, but a drink menu for the bar matching your theme, comes with your booking fee!
Meet Renae
Senior Bartender
Raised in Brandon, Mississippi, Renae is a proud mom to her sweet 6-year-old daughter, Dior. Outside of bartending, she enjoys getting lost in a good book, scrapbooking, traveling, and creating special memories with her daughter.
Renae has always had a heart for taking care of others and making people feel welcomed, valued, and celebrated. As a Senior Bartender with StayLitDrinks, she brings that same passion behind the bar, serving up great drinks, good energy, and a memorable experience for every guest.
Whether she’s crafting a favorite cocktail, keeping the bar flowing, or helping create a special moment, Renae is all about making sure every guest feels taken care of. Her goal is simple: great drinks, great vibes, and celebrations worth remembering.
