Down Syndrome Association of Delaware

A Night Under the Stars Gala

The Chesapeake Inn

Saturday, April 25 | Chesapeake, MD | 5:00 PM

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Enjoy a night under the stars at the scenic Chesapeake Inn to celebrate the Delaware Down syndrome community and raise funds for the DSADE’s programs, events, and resources.

$42,000 Fundraising Goal Progress

15%
Purchase Tickets, Sponsor, or Donate

Event Details

  • Saturday, April 25, 2026
  • 5:00 – 9:00 PM
  • The Chesapeake Inn Restaurant & Marina (605 2nd St, Chesapeake City, MD 21915)
  • Ages 21+
  • Attire: Formal—Dress up and celebrate with us! Evening gowns, cocktail dresses, suits, or tuxedos are all great choices. Feel free to go as formal as you’d like—but don’t feel pressured to rent a tux or buy something new if that’s not your style.

Your $200 Gala Ticket Includes…

  • A scenic cocktail hour on the patio, featuring iconic seafood and other fan favorite appetizers
  • A formal, plated dinner—your choice of tortelloni asiago (vegetarian), filet mignon (cooked medium), and basil pesto chicken 
  • Access to exciting raffle prizes and a silent auction
  • Complimentary valet
  • Open bar

Purchase Tickets, Sponsor, or Donate

There are several ways to support this meaningful evening—including purchasing tickets for the event, sponsoring the gala, or donating to the event and our work.

Tickets are $200. Tables of 10 are available for $2,000

Donate an Item/Basket to the Raffle or Silent Auction

Thank You to Our Sponsors!

Precision Wealth Partners
DOS Logo

Sponsorship Levels

Distinguished Event Sponsor ($5,000)
  • Logo placed throughout main event room
  • Logo featured on event program
  • Recognition during opening remarks and awards ceremony
  • Recognition on DSA of DE social media
  • One complimentary table (10 people)

Valet Sponsor ($3,500)
  • Specific signage at the valet station
  • Logo featured on event program
  • Recognition during opening remarks and awards ceremony
  • Recognition on DSA of DE social media
  • One complimentary table (10 people)

Table Sponsor ($2,000)
  • Name included on event program
  • One table, which includes 10 event attendees

Photo Booth Sponsor ($1,500) SOLD OUT!
  • Specific signage at photo booth station
  • Logo featured on event program
  • Recognition on DSA of DE social media
  • Custom photo booth prop of company logo

Event Sponsor ($500)
  • Logo featured on event program
  • Recognition on DSA of DE social media
Kathleen McCormick Program and Communications Coordinator

Sandra Searle

Director of Development
sandra@dsadelaware.org | 302-685-7650

Contact Sandra with any questions about our 2026 A Night Under the Stars Gala!

About the Down Syndrome Association of Delaware

The Down Syndrome Association of Delaware is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals with Down syndrome and their families. Founded in 1979, we aim to provide resources, education, and advocacy to promote inclusion and improve the quality of life for individuals with Down syndrome. Originally established by a small group of parents of children with Down syndrome, our organization now serves over 600 individuals with Down syndrome throughout DE and surrounding states.