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.
Singer Patti Austin kicked off the Fight Night entertainment with a stirring rendition of the national anthem.
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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.
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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.
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The Fight Night decor included a patriotic red, white, and blue theme, right down to the ringside models\' American flag swimsuits.
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Male models played the role of hippie protesters at the Knock Out Abuse gala, adding a playful interactive element.
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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.
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To fit the flower-power, \'60s theme at Knock Out Abuse, table centerpieces included brightly colored gerbera daisies
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At the Knock Out Abuse gala, passed hors d\'oeuvres included trays of tuna tartare with wasabi cream and a wonton crisp.
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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.
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Attendees from Fight Night joined the ladies at Knock Out Abuse for late-night dancing courtesy of three DJs.
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