Important Information for Step By Step Dancers & Families

Saturday, December 20, 2025
The Westin Waltham Boston
70 3rd Avenue, Waltham, MA

About the Event

The Winter Gala is an inspiring evening benefiting Burn Survivors of New England (BSONE). The night features powerful survivor speakers, performances from Step By Step Dance Studio, guest artists, and a holiday celebration supporting a meaningful cause.

This page includes all important information for Step By Step dancers and their families. Please read carefully.

General Event Schedule

Sponsor VIP Reception
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM (Sponsors and VIP ticket holders only)

General Admission Doors
General admission doors open at 6:30 PM.
General admission guests will not be admitted before 6:30 PM unless prior arrangements have been made with the studio for disability accommodations.

Showtime
7:00 PM

Parking and Arrival Information

Free parking is available at the Westin parking garage.
All dancers and guests must check in at the main entrance upon arrival.

Tickets and Access Requirements

To watch any portion of the show, all attendees and performers must have one of the following:

• A General Admission ticket
• A VIP ticket
• A Performer Access Pass (limited to performers only)

Chaperones must purchase either a General Admission or VIP ticket if their dancer is staying for the dance party. 

No one will be allowed into the ballroom without the appropriate ticket or access pass.

Performer Access Pass Information

The Performer Access Pass grants SBS performers who are registered for our 2025-2026 dance season access to the Dance Party immediately following the show.

An access bracelet must be worn for entry into the Dance Party.
Performer Access Passes do not include food.

Food and Beverage

• There is no food included with a General Admission ticket or a Performer Access Pass.
• Dancers should eat before arriving so they are properly fueled for the show.
• All beverages are cash bar only.
• Bevi water station available at the Westin 
• An ATM is available on the premises.

Dancer Check-In and Check-Out

Dancers who are performing and not staying for the full event or dance party must check in and check out with the designated Step By Step staff member.

Step By Step Dance Studio is not responsible for lost or stolen items. Please leave valuables at home.

Hotel Accommodations

A block of rooms is available at The Westin Waltham Boston for families who may be traveling out of town. 
Event dates: December 19–20, 2025
Booking deadline: December 8, 2025
Perks include free parking and complimentary Wi-Fi.

To reserve a room, contact the hotel directly at 781-290-5600 and mention “BSONE Winter Gala 2025,” or Reserve your room directly with the hotel: Book Your Room Here.

Ticket Information

General Admission: $65 per person
Sponsor VIP Ticket (Reception + Show): $150 per person

Each ticket purchase includes a partial charitable tax receipt.

Tickets are available at:
www.bsone.org

Why Your Participation Matters

Your presence supports vital programs that provide peer support, resources, education, and community for burn survivors and their families.
Together, we can honor the survivor community while celebrating resilience through dance, performance, and storytelling.