# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Annual Dinner & Awards Celebration
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 26 Sep, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sat, 26 Sep, 2026 at 09:00 pm (-06:00)
- **Event Description**: Celebrate the power of inclusion at The Arc Pikes Peak Region's Get In The Mix Annual Dinner & Awards Celebration! Join us for an unforgettable evening honoring the individuals, families, professionals, employers, and community partners who are creating a more inclusive Pikes Peak Region for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Event Details
Saturday, September 26, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Colorado Springs

Schedule

5:00 PM: Cocktail Hour

6:00 PM: Welcome & Dinner

7:00 PM: Awards Program

Attire: Cocktail or Semi-Formal

The evening will feature a cocktail hour, a delicious dinner, inspiring stories, and the presentation of our annual awards recognizing those who are making a meaningful difference in our community.

We're also honored to welcome Ben Kjar as our keynote speaker. Ben is the star of the award-winning documentary STANDOUT, which chronicles his remarkable journey of overcoming adversity to become an NCAA All-American wrestler. Born with Crouzon syndrome, Ben has dedicated his life to inspiring others through his message of perseverance, resilience, and embracing what makes us unique. His story is a powerful reminder that our greatest challenges can become our greatest strengths and perfectly reflects the spirit of inclusion and possibility that defines this celebration.

Whether you're a longtime supporter, self-advocate, family member, community partner, or attending for the first time, we invite you to join us for an evening of inspiration, connection, and celebration. Together, we'll recognize the champions who are making inclusion possible today while investing in a brighter, more inclusive future for tomorrow.

We hope you'll join us as we Get In The Mix and celebrate the people who are changing lives throughout our community.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/colorado-springs/annual-dinner-and-awards-celebration/200030663825211
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Colorado Springs
- **state**: CO
- **country**: United States
- **location**: DoubleTree Colorado Springs
- **lat**: 38.794543978888
- **long**: -104.79875028133
- **full address**: DoubleTree Colorado Springs, 1775 E Cheyenne Mountain Blvd,Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Annual Dinner & Awards Celebration being held?
  - **A:** Annual Dinner & Awards Celebration takes place on Sat, 26 Sep, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Sat, 26 Sep, 2026 at 09:00 pm at DoubleTree Colorado Springs, 1775 E Cheyenne Mountain Blvd,Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Annual Dinner & Awards Celebration?
  - **A:** Annual Dinner & Awards Celebration is organized by The Arc Pikes Peak Region.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Annual Dinner & Awards Celebration is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Colorado Springs, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Annual Dinner & Awards Celebration sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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