Play it Forward for a Cure

Come together for a night where music moves us, purpose grounds us, and the glow of the holiday season meets the fire of a cause worth fighting for.

The Details

Friday, December 5, 2025
151 St. George Street, National Harbor
Ticketing and sponsorship details will be announced soon.

Set against the backdrop of National Harbor’s iconic holiday lights, Play It Forward for a Cure invites our community to come together for an evening unlike any other — blending the elegance of a winter gala with the electricity of Bobby McKey’s Dueling Pianos, all in support of a future rewritten.

This isn’t just a celebration — it’s a statement. That momentum is building. That we’re no longer waiting for change. We’re creating it.

The Experience

  • The Space

    A modern, industrial venue in the heart of National Harbor — elevated for the season and steps from the waterfront.

  • The Entertainment

    An interactive, high-energy performance by Bobby McKey’s Dueling Pianos, blending live music, comedy, and crowd favorites.

  • The Atmosphere

    A festive, black-tie-optional evening lit by millions of holiday lights, with seasonal cocktails, gourmet fare, and a mission at the center of it all.

  • The Mission

    To accelerate research, rally community, and push us closer to the treatments these children urgently need.

The Reason

The children we represent face a rare, degenerative disease with no approved treatment — one that steals mobility, speech, and independence before they even reach middle school. But science is moving. And so are we.

With your help, this year’s gala could bring us within reach of our next major milestone — funding the projects that could unlock real therapeutic options for children with de novo SPG4.

We started this foundation as two families fighting for our daughters. Today, we’re a growing movement — guiding research, connecting institutions, and redefining what’s possible in rare disease.

The Extras

National Harbor shines in December — with a 60-foot holiday tree, synchronized light shows, seasonal markets, and some of the best waterfront views in the region. Whether you're coming for the cause or the full experience, we hope you'll stay a little longer.

Stay tuned for hotel block details and weekend highlights.