We’re excited to celebrate 20 years of Best Buddies in Virginia & Washington, D.C with two incredible parties – one for adults and one for students!

Adult Gala (21+):
 Join us for a night of celebration, connection, and impact while we cheer on our Champion of the Year candidates!

• Table for 10: $3,000
  • Includes VIP access for 10 to the VIP reception from 6pm-7pm with a chef’s tasting and custom cocktails in the gorgeous oculus overlooking the atrium. Includes reserved seating in our main event.
• VIP Ticket (1): $250
  • Includes exclusive access to a VIP reception from 6pm-7pm with a chef’s tasting and custom cocktails in the gorgeous oculus overlooking the atrium.
• Individual Ticket: $200
  • Experience 10 local chefs’ tastings, bid on amazing silent auction items, and celebrate our Champion of the Year candidates as the competition comes to a conclusion at the end of our program!
  • Financial assistance available.
• Sponsor a Student: $10 add on
  • By sponsoring a student as an add-on to your ticket, you’re making it possible for us to provide financial assistance to those students who need it, ensuring all who would like to attend, can.

Adult Gala Purchase Link – https://HomecomingCOY25.givesmart.com

Student Dance (Best Buddies members 26 & under):
Open to members of our high school and college Best Buddies Chapters as well as Best Buddies program participants up to the age of 26.

• Student Ticket: $10
  Please purchase tickets under the name(s) of the student(s) attending.
   Financial assistance is available.

Note: Tickets are sold on two separate websites — one for the adult gala and one for the student dance. Please make sure you click on the correct link. If you have any questions, run into any issues, or need financial assistance, please email Mary Schafhauser at MarySchafhauser@bestbuddies.org.

Student Dance Purchase Link: https://BBHOCO2025.givesmart.com