Caz'Mere's Winter Wonderland Homecoming

NOVEMBER 7, 20261:00 PM – 4:00 PMBEND XPO | EAST MOLINE, IL
Free AdmissionCelebrating children
of all abilities

Nominate & Vote for Prince & Princess

Parents: upload your child’s photo to enter. Everyone: one vote per email — voting closes November 4.

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RSVP BY OCTOBER 25 AT 12 PM CENTRAL

Caz'Mere wearing his king's crown in a white suit

Our Story

Meet Our King

What started as Caz'Mere's dream of going to homecoming has turned into something bigger than we ever imagined!

Now we're bringing our community together for a magical afternoon filled with music, dancing, royal crowns, and memories that will last a lifetime.

This celebration is for every child who deserves the chance to dress up, have fun, and feel like royalty.

Caz'Mere is autistic, and this celebration proudly honors him and every child on the spectrum. Every piece of the puzzle belongs. 💙

And this is only the beginning!

Caz'Mere in his crown and white suit

Registration

Your Royal Invitation

Families, this one's for you. Admission is completely free — just reserve your tickets so we can save your spot at the ball. Tickets, confirmations, and check-in are all handled through Eventbrite.

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RSVP BY OCTOBER 25 AT 12 PM CENTRAL

Royal Court

Prince & Princess Nominations

Caz'Mere is our king. The community will help crown a Prince and a Princess from the children joining us that day. Voting closes November 4, 2026 at 11:59 PM Central.

  1. 01 · Nominate

    Parents and guardians nominate their registered child for Prince or Princess.

  2. 02 · Organizer Review

    Every nomination is reviewed before it appears for voting.

  3. 03 · Community Voting

    One Prince vote and one Princess vote per email, through November 4.

What's Next

The Magic Doesn't End Here

Caz'Mere's Winter Wonderland is just the beginning! Our hope is to keep creating special moments where children of all abilities can come together, have fun, and make memories they'll never forget.

Thank you for being part of something so special. 💙

Hear about future celebrations

Event Details

What to Expect

All ages. All abilities. Everyone is welcome. Admission is free, and advance registration is required.

  1. 01

    Red Carpet

    Arrive like royalty and make your grand entrance down the red carpet.

    ✦ Confirmed

  2. 02

    Music & Dancing

    A homecoming dance floor with music playing all afternoon long.

    ✦ Confirmed

  3. 03

    Royal Crowns

    Crowns for our Prince and Princess, chosen by the community.

    ✦ Confirmed

  4. 04

    Photo Opportunities

    Winter wonderland backdrops for family photos you'll keep forever.

    ✦ Confirmed

  5. 05

    Fun Activities

    Extra games and surprises for the kids — details still being planned.

    ✦ In planning

  6. 06

    Sensory-Friendly Experiences

    Music will be playing throughout. Families are welcome to bring noise-reducing headphones, and everyone can enjoy the celebration at their own pace.

    ✦ In planning

The Essentials

When
Saturday, November 7, 2026 · 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM Central
Where
Bend XPO — 922 Mississippi Parkway, East Moline, IL 61244
Admission
Free — advance registration required
RSVP by
October 25, 2026 at 12:00 PM Central

Dress code: Dress to Impress

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