2026 Gavers Barndance - Cancer Fundraiser

Sat Jul 18 2026 at 05:00 pm to 11:45 pm UTC-05:00

Emricson Park | Woodstock

Gavers Community Cancer Foundation
Publisher/HostGavers Community Cancer Foundation
2026 Gavers Barndance - Cancer Fundraiser
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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 β€œBest 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 $10.8 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 the NEVER BE DEFEATED AWARDS. Our Founder, Steve Gavers, selects individuals or families for their positive outlooks, fantastic attitudes, and an inspiration to others to fight the fight.

Barndance is a 21 Years or Older Event

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


Come experience all the ENERGY in the BIG TENT located inside of Emericson Park in Woodstock IL. Want to know what is inside the big tent?...take a look at our video.



Agenda

πŸ•‘: 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Tennessee Whiskey | Chris Stapleton Tribute Band | Outdoor Stage
πŸ•‘: 05:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Bucket Raffle | Tickets: 10 for $20 | 30 for $40 | 100 for $100 | Big Tent
πŸ•‘: 05:00 PM - 08:30 PM
50/50 Raffle | Tickets: $20 each or 6 for $100 | Drawing around 9:30 | Big Ten
πŸ•‘: 05:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Dinner by 5 B’s | Chicken, Pork Chops & all the fixin’s | Serving from Big Ten
πŸ•‘: 07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Program | Welcome/Never Be Defeated Awards | Big Tent
πŸ•‘: 07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Dan Peters | Guitar Aficionado Playing the Classics | Outdoor Stage
πŸ•‘: 07:30 PM - 08:15 PM
Live Auction | Main Stage | Big Tent
πŸ•‘: 08:45 PM - 11:45 PM
Disco Circus | 70’s & 80’s | Main Stage
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Emricson Park, 1313 Kishwaukee Valley Road, Woodstock, United States

Tickets

USD 0.00 to USD 20000.00

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