What is the suggested attire for Night to Shine?
Question: What is the suggested attire for Night to Shine?
Answer: Wear whatever you like. The beautiful thing about Night to Shine is that we all “fit in.” There will be people there in tuxedos and formal gowns, others in jeans and t-shirts.
All should wear comfortable shoes for dancing the night away.
Do I need to purchase or provide a corsage or boutonniere?
Question: Do I need to purchase or provide a corsage or boutonniere?
Answer: No! They will be provided one as part of the registration process.
Please see our pictures from previous years.
Can I volunteer so I can be close?
Question: I am nervous about leaving my son or daughter; can I volunteer so I can be close?
Answer: We are also hosting an onsite dinner experience just for you!
Please let us treat you to dinner as you relax and enjoy the evening while being close enough that we can easily find you should we need you. You will see the option in the King or Queen registration form.
What if I need to pick up my loved one early?
Question: What if I need to pick up my loved one early?
Answer: All guests are encouraged to stay the entire duration of prom. If your guest requests to leave early, they must report to the medical staff and a member of the medical staff will contact you.
Can I request a certain buddy?
Question: Can I request a certain buddy?
Answer: Yes, but we can’t promise to honor the request. Please indicate your preference in the comments section of the relation from and mention upon arrival when you check-in.
Will every guest have a buddy?
Question: Will every guest have a buddy?
Answer: Yes, our buddies are excited to help navigate through the different activities and to make this evening unforgettable for your guest.
Can my loved one’s caregiver serve as his/her buddy for the evening?
Question: Can my loved one’s caregiver serve as his/her buddy for the evening?
Answer: Yes! We simply ask that you indicate your request in your guest registration and ask your caregiver toregister as a volunteerBuddy.
Is there a person I can contact before or during the event?
Question: Is there a person I can contact before or during the event?
Answer: Yes. Please emailnts@westark.organd one of the Night To Shine team members will respond to you.
What is the attire for parents/caregivers attending the parent dinner?
Question: What is the attire for parents/caregivers attending the parent dinner?
Answer: Like the Kings and Queens, wearing what you want to wear is strongly encouraged.
What does the salon and barbershop experience entail?
Question: What does the salon and barbershop experience entail?
Answer: Guests should arrive dressed and ready for prom. Our stylists will help with finishing touches to hair, makeup, and ties.
How does the evening end?
Question: How does the evening end?
Answer: Parents and caregivers are invited to join the guests beginning at 8:45 in the auditorium / sanctuary for a message from our sponsor and a gift bag to go.
Do I have to stay onsite during the event?
Question: Do I have to stay onsite during the event?
Answer: No, if you would prefer to enjoy dinner out, please feel free! Please keep your phone handy so we can reach you if needed.
Will there be medical staff onsite?
Question: Will there be medical staff onsite?
Answer: Absolutely! We will have nurses and EMT professionals onsite for the entire prom.
What if my guest needs toileting assistance?
Question: What if my guest needs toileting assistance?
Answer: Buddies are NOT expected to help with restroom breaks. Caregivers or medical personnel will need to be available to assist.
My guest has a food allergy, will you provide allergy-free foods?
Question: My guest has a food allergy, will you provide allergy-free foods?
Answer: Yes! We will Have Gluten and Dairy free options available as needed per requests on the King/Queen registration forms.
If my guest gets over-stimulated, is there a place he/she can retreat?
Question: If my guest gets over-stimulated, is there a place he/she can retreat?
Answer: Yes, a sensory room will be available for guests that need a sensory break.
Can I bring a guest to the parent/caregiver dinner?
Question: Can I bring a guest to the parent/caregiver dinner?
Answer: Yes, one spouse or friend is welcome to come! This event is for adults only. We will NOT have enough food and refreshments for more than two caregivers to join us. We appreciated your understanding and respecting these limits.
