Making Memories Day (MMD) is a celebration of our work, an opportunity for families to celebrate life and hope, and a fundraiser for our organization to continue growing and serving more families as we expand. This is our biggest event of the year - and it continues to grow! This year, in honor of our 10-year anniversary, we’re excited to announce we’ll be hosting a formal adults-only evening event in addition to our family-friendly daytime carnival for the first time ever - both Willy Wonka themed! 

We’re excited to partner with the Shrine Mosque - who will provide a whimsical setting for both our daytime and evening events! Our vision for our not-your-average-gala is a night full of childlike wonder, fun, flowing drinks, and celebration of life and hope. Some things we have planned for these fun-filled events include:

Making Memories Day Carnival

• “Willy Wonka” emcee
• Inflatable Bounce Houses
• Costume Contest
• Face Painting
• Carnival Games
• Snacks and Refreshments
• Visits from Princesses and Superheroes
• DJ with family friendly music
• Butterfly Release for recipients to commemorate the lives of children lost too soon

MMD After Dark: The Wonka Ball

• “Willy Wonka” emcee
• Costume Contest
• Buffet style dinner
• Drinks (sponsored by Hold Fast Brewing)
• Silent Auction
• “Danceroke” ft. Elevate Entertainment
• Free Play Carnival Games
• Candy Buffet