2025 Gavers Barndance - Cancer Fundraiser

Barndance is a yearly fundraising event to fight cancer. Enjoy live music, raffles, auctions and mouth watering BBQ under the big tent.

About this Event

Best 7 Hours of Summer

Dubbed the “Best 7 Hours of Summer,” our event celebrates survivorship and brings our community together to support a common cause.

Barndance Is More Than an Unforgettable Event

The Barndance is the hallmark annual community event in McHenry County. Our team consists of 100% volunteers who have raised more than $10.2 million in our fight against cancer.

Know that every ticket you buy or donation you make, you’re contributing to three powerful actions.

1. Raise cancer awareness through education and screenings
2. Improve cancer care for local residents
3. Raise funds for cancer research

The highlight of the evening is the presentation of Never Be Defeated awards. Steve selects individuals or families for their positive outlooks, fantastic attitudes and an inspiration to others for are fight the fight.

Barndance is a 21 Years or Older Event

Children are not allowed, even if accompanied by an adult.

WE ARE BACK IN THE BIG TENT at our original Emricson Park location. Take a look at our video from 2019. Let's get this energy soaring.

Agenda


🕑: 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Buckle | Outdoor Stage

🕑: 05:00 PM - 08:30 PM
50/50 Raffle | $20 each or 6 for $100 Drawing around 9:00 | Big Tent

🕑: 05:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Bucket Raffle | 10 for $20, 30 for $40, 100 for $100 | Big Tent

🕑: 05:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Special Tool Package Raffle & Special Spa Getaway Raffle | $50 Each | Big Tent

🕑: 05:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Dinner by 5 B’s | Chicken, Pork Chops, & all the Fixin's | Big Tent

🕑: 07:00 PM - 07:30 PM
Program | Welcome/Never Be Defeated Awards | Big Tent

🕑: 07:30 PM - 08:15 PM
Live Auction | Main Stage | Big Tent

🕑: 08:30 PM - 12:00 AM
Bluewater Kings | Main Stage| Big Tent

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