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Ski With a Purpose 2026
January 16-17 | Canyons Village
Park City, Utah
Where Community Meets Purpose
Ski With a Purpose is more than an event – it’s a gathering of hearts. It’s a space where people come together to lift one another, to celebrate life, and to stand behind families navigating the unimaginable journey of pediatric brain cancer.
This weekend blends winter adventure, community connection, and a shared desire to do good. Whether you come for the skiing, the atmosphere, or the cause, you leave as part of something profoundly meaningful.
Friday, January 16 – Registration, Welcome & SWAP Kickoff
We begin the weekend by welcoming our community into an experience centered on purpose, connection, and shared impact. Upon arrival at Palomino, guests will check in, meet fellow attendees, and enjoy a welcome drink alongside curated bites, signature cocktails, and thoughtful branded touches throughout the space.
Main Street Pub Crawl Experience
Following registration, guests will take part in a guided Main Street pub crawl, offering a relaxed and social way to explore Park City and deepen connections throughout the evening.
Registration at Palomino: 5:00 PM (Grab your beanie – it’s your pub crawl pass)
Pub Crawl Departure: 6:00 PM
Featured Stops:
- The Spur
- No Name Saloon
- White House
Saturday, January 17 – Watch Party, Mountain Adventure & Cowboy Chic Celebration
Saturday morning opens with a high-energy West Ham United FC watch party. Enjoy a light continental breakfast, camaraderie, and the shared excitement that has become a beloved SWAP tradition.
Upper Mountain Ski Experience + Interactive Scavenger Hunt
With your Ski With a Purpose bib & beanie, you’ll head onto the mountain for the day. Use your existing EPIC Pass or purchase a day/multi day pass – Click to buy passes. Skiers will take part in an interactive scavenger hunt on the mountain, connecting through clues, challenges, and unforgettable moments.
Cowboy Chic Celebration – 6:00 PM
We close the weekend with a live DJ, heavy hors d’oeuvres and libations. This is where it all comes together as you learn how your generosity fuels hope for a brighter future.
100% of your donations going to the McKenna Claire Foundation
Exclusive Two-Night Entertainment Weekend
Banachek: Mind Games & Crime Scene Live
Banachek—fresh off a three-year residency on the Las Vegas Strip—returns for one intimate, limited-seating performance.
Crime Scene Live opens the weekend on December 19 with an immersive, interactive true-crime experience.
December 19 & 20, 2025
Benefiting the McKenna Claire Foundation
The Waterfront Beach Resort, a Hilton Hotel – Huntington Beach, CA
Join us for an extraordinary two-night entertainment experience at The Waterfront Beach Resort, a Hilton Hotel. For one exclusive weekend, Wiggle Room Entertainment presents two immersive live shows—each performed in a rare, limited-seating format and each supporting the McKenna Claire Foundation’s mission to fund pediatric brain cancer research.
*Friday, December 19
Crime Scene Live – With Detective Don Tabak**
Step inside the world of real criminal investigation with legendary LAPD homicide detective Don Tabak. Known for his work on more than 100 murder cases—including the Hillside Strangler, Nicole Simpson, Biggie Smalls, and John Belushi—Tabak leads guests through an interactive, immersive exploration of true-crime investigation.
Guests will review real case evidence, analyze clues, and experience an engaging finale where you attempt to solve the case alongside Tabak himself. This exclusive evening includes cocktails, ocean views, and the atmosphere of a private investigative briefing.
Highlights:
• Immersive true-crime experience
• Real evidence and detective-guided analysis
• Craft cocktails and oceanfront setting
• Limited seating (21+)
*Saturday, December 20
Banachek: Mind Games LIVE — Exclusive Limited 80-Seat Engagement**
Fresh off a three-year residency on the Las Vegas Strip, Banachek brings his critically acclaimed show Mind Games LIVE to Huntington Beach for one night only. Known worldwide as the greatest mentalist alive, Banachek typically performs for audiences of 600+—making this intimate oceanfront performance especially rare.
Through powerful demonstrations of mentalism, illusion, and psychology, Banachek takes audiences inside the astonishing true story of Project Alpha, where as a teenager, he convinced leading scientists he had psychic abilities. This is a unique opportunity to witness his world-renowned performance in a setting unlike any other.
Highlights:
•One-night-only VIP engagement
• Fewer than 80 seats
• Astonishing demonstrations of mentalism
• Family-friendly
• The true story behind Project Alpha
A Weekend with Purpose
A portion of all tickets from both events will support the McKenna Claire Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to pioneering childhood brain cancer research and providing hope for affected families.
Location
The Waterfront Beach Resort, a Hilton Hotel
21100 Pacific Coast Highway
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
Tickets & Information
Banchek Mind Games Ticket LinkCrime Scen Live Ticket Link
🎇 **Boom! Let’s Light Up Lives Together!**
Volunteers Needed
Ready to have a blast *and* make a difference? Come volunteer at the **McKenna Claire Foundation Fireworks Stand** from **June 30 – July 4** at **Smart & Final (Magnolia & Adams, Huntington Beach)**! TNT has been a passionate supporter of MCF for years, and this fireworks stand gives us the chance to raise a **huge amount of funds in just a few days**—but we can’t do it without YOU.
🔥 **Why we need YOU:** MCF is powered day-to-day by just 4 people (including one part-timer and two volunteers). To make this stand a success, **we need over 100 amazing volunteers**! If you’ve ever thought about getting involved, now’s the perfect time.
**Shifts are just 3 hours**, volunteers must be **18 or older**, and we promise you’ll have a great time. Grab your friends, or come meet some new ones while supporting a cause that truly matters—**funding research to fight pediatric brain cancer.**
💛 **CLICK HERE TO VOLUNTEER**: https://signup.com/go/LEBKeZM
We’re using **SignUp.com** (the top online tool for organizing volunteers). It’s super easy—no accounts, no passwords, no hassle:
1️⃣ Click the link
2️⃣ Pick your favorite time slot(s)
3️⃣ Sign up and you’re in!
*Note: SignUp.com won’t share your email. Prefer not to use it? Just reach out and we’ll sign you up manually.*
Let’s make this 4th of July sparkle—for the kids, for the cause, and for McKenna. 🎆
Thank you for a great event!
Photo Link Below:
https://joaugerphotographer.pixieset.com/mckennaclairefoundationpartywithapurpose/15th
Annual Party With a Purpose!
Saturday, May 10th – Doors Open at 5:30PM
Join us for an extraordinary evening at the Waterfront Beach Resort on Saturday, May 10, as we go back to the 80’s at the 15th Annual McKenna Claire Foundation Party with a Purpose – Back to the 80’s – Movie Edition.
Be creative with costumes inspired by your favorite 80’s movie moments and take part in a night of dinner, dancing, auctions and festivities. Let’s come together for a noble cause and make a lasting impact in the fight against pediatric brain cancer.
Click link to purchase tickets and sponsorships. https://PWP2025.givesmart.com
To book sleeping rooms a the Waterfront Beach Resort call (714) 845 – 8000 / toll free: (800) 822 – SURF. When calling, please mention you are with the McKenna Claire Foundation Party with a Purpose Room Block, or group code MCKENF.
SOLD OUT!!!!!
Call Dave Wetzel at 714-612-1098 to inquire about the waitlist.
Book Player Spots and Sponsorships Now!!!
Friday, October 17, 2025
Sponsorships available now, Individual and Foursome Tickets on sale mid August. For sponsorship use link above or email Dave Wetzel directly at Dave@mckennaclairefoundation.org
EVENT INFORMATION:
REGISTRATION: 10 AM
TEE-OFF: 12 NOON
DINNER: 6:00 PM
Enjoy a complete day of events!
18 holes of Golf (cart included)
Range Balls – Lunch – Dinner
$225 SINGLE PLAYER, $900 FOURSOME
Click to Book
Pre-Buy this year’s Mack Pack! You will be included in all 7 on course contests, as well as, receive drinks at registration, beers on course and (1) entry to the Mack Pack exclusive raffle. $50 each.
Additional dinner tickets may be purchased for $30.00
Book Now
Friday, October 18, 2024
Sponsorship, Individual and Foursome Tickets on sale now. For sponsorships use form below, click link or contact Dave Wetzel directly at Dave@mckennaclairefoundation.org.
Click HERE to book a Sponsorship
Event Information:
Registration: 10 AM
Tee-off: 12 NOON
Dinner: 6:00 PM
Enjoy a complete day of events!
18 holes of Golf (cart included)
Range Balls – Lunch – Dinner
$225 Single Player, $900 Foursome
Pre-Buy this year’s Mack Pack! You will be included in all 7 on course contests, as well as, receive drinks at registration, beers on course and (1) entry to the Mack Pack exclusive raffle. $50 each.
Additional dinner tickets may be purchased for $30.00
Join us Saturday, December 14th for the inaugural “Ski With a Purpose” event hosted by Essex Mortgage at the Weedon Family Ranch in beautiful Park City, Utah. There’s something for everyone at this interactive, full-day event supporting McKenna Claire Foundation, DT38 Foundation, Park City Community Foundation, and U.S. Ski and Snowboard Team and Park City Soccer. Your donation includes:
- Come On You Irons (COYI) Breakfast and Viewing Party – Be our guest at the the Weedon Ranch Barn for breakfast and to cheer on West Ham United FC as they take on Bournemouth during the live-streamed game.
- Full-Day of Skiing – Enjoy a day on the mountain at Park City/Canyons Resort as you represent your favorite charities. Your ticket includes a Ski With a Purpose bib, and a chance to meet and ski with Olympians and celebrities. **Guests can use a current EPIC passes or purchase passes at EPIC Day Pass.
- Apres-ski Party- Following your day on the mountain, join us for food, drinks, DJ and more at the Weedon Ranch Barn. Hear about the difference your support is making as you mingle with new friends. This is a party you won’t want to miss.
Click HERE to Donate, Participate, Sponsor and for More Information
Welcome to the 14th Annual Party With a Purpose!
Saturday, April 20th – Doors Open at 5:30PM
Join us for an extraordinary evening at the Waterfront Beach Resort on Saturday, April 20, as we celebrate the spirit of champions at the 14th Annual McKenna Claire Foundation Party with a Purpose – Faster, Higher, Stronger – Together. Embrace the Olympic spirit and witness the triumph of teamwork as we gather to support pediatric brain cancer research. Be creative with costumes inspired by your favorite Olympic moments and take part in a night of dinner, dancing, auctions and festivities. Let’s come together for a noble cause and make a lasting impact in the fight against pediatric brain cancer.
Click Here To Register
Sponsorship Information
Please print form, fill out and mail, if sending a check or email to Davidwwetzel@gmail.com with credit card information. Payment can also be made online (https://MCFPWP2024.givesmart.com)
To book sleeping rooms a the Waterfront Beach Resort, use the below booking link, or call (714) 845 – 8000 / toll free: (800) 822 – SURF. When calling, please mention you are with the McKenna Claire Foundation Party with a Purpose Room Block, or group code MCKENF.
Click Here for Hotel Rooms