EVENT REPORT 11.10.09 2:50 PM More Photos From Fight Night/Knock Out Abuse: Stogies, Laser Shows, and a VW Bus Bar
Fight for Children celebrated the 20th anniversary of its marquee event, Fight Night, with a bevy of boys on Thursday, while across town, Knock Out Abuse held its female-friendly gala on the same night. Per tradition, the two groups met up for a late-night dance party, joining two of the most production-heavy annual benefits in town. As a follow-up to our story, here are a few more images from both events and the after-party.
PHOTO GALLERY
Singer Patti Austin kicked off the Fight Night entertainment with a stirring rendition of the national anthem. Photo: Tony Brown/Imijination Photography for BizBash
Dramatic lighting—including a laser show—boosted the event's energy while large screens placed around the Washington Hilton's International Ballroom allowed all tables a good view of the ring. Photo: Tony Brown/Imijination Photography for BizBash
A new logo commemorated 20 years of Fight Night, and Graycliff Cigar Company donated a box of cigars for each table in the dining room. Photo: Tony Brown/Imijination Photography for BizBash
The Fight Night decor included a patriotic red, white, and blue theme, right down to the ringside models' American flag swimsuits. Photo: Tony Brown/Imijination Photography for BizBash
Male models played the role of hippie protesters at the Knock Out Abuse gala, adding a playful interactive element. Photo: Tony Brown/Imijination Photography for BizBash
At the Knock Out Abuse gala, '60s-style props included a replica of the front half of a Volkswagen van, which served as a bar. Photo: Tony Brown/Imijination Photography for BizBash
To fit the flower-power, '60s theme at Knock Out Abuse, table centerpieces included brightly colored gerbera daisies Photo: Tony Brown/Imijination Photography for BizBash
At the Knock Out Abuse gala, passed hors d'oeuvres included trays of tuna tartare with wasabi cream and a wonton crisp. Photo: Tony Brown/Imijination Photography for BizBash
Knock Out Abuse organizers had a brief period to break down the dining room and set up for the after-party in the same room. Photo: Tony Brown/Imijination Photography for BizBash
Attendees from Fight Night joined the ladies at Knock Out Abuse for late-night dancing courtesy of three DJs. Photo: Tony Brown/Imijination Photography for BizBash
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