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Celebrating 10 Years of Dining in the Dark!
What began as a unique evening designed to build awareness and support for people who are blind or visually impaired has grown into one of our most impactful annual traditions. Over the past decade, Dining in the Dark has brought together thousands of supporters, volunteers, sponsors, and community members for unforgettable nights of education, entertainment, and fundraising.
As we celebrate our 10th anniversary, we invite you to take a journey through the years. From creative themes and memorable moments to the incredible growth of our mission, each event has helped shape the story of Dining in the Dark.
Scroll down to explore each year and see how far we've come together.
2025
"May The Force Be With You"
"CABVI invites you to our 9th annual Dining in the Dark — an evening of galactic adventures where you’ll dine under a blindfold, take down the Sith Lord, and join our Star Wars-themed costume contest."
2024
"A Night of Pure Imagination"
"Step into a world of pure imagination at our 8th annual Dining in the Dark on November 9th at Hard Rock Casino. Enjoy Wonka-inspired fun with hosts Q102 (WKRQ)’s Natalie Jones and B-105 Cincinnati’s Anna Marie, all while supporting CABVI's mission to empower individuals who are blind or visually impaired."
2023
"A Night At The Disco"
"Boogie on over to the Cincinnati Association for the Blind & Visually Impaired's Dining in the Dark gala on Saturday, November 11, at Hard Rock Casino! Your emcees, including B-105's Anna Marie, will guide you through an unforgettable disco-themed evening as you get a taste of the challenges faced by those with vision loss."
2022
"Superheroes Unite!"
"You have the power to do SUPER things for people with vision loss at the Cincinnati Association for the Blind & Visually Impaired's 6th annual Dining in the Dark, presented by Hard Rock Casino Cincinnati. Join super hosts Freddy Mac & Nat for an unforgettable evening as you get a taste of the challenges faced by those with vision loss."
2021
"Wonderland"
"By order of the Queen, you’re cordially invited to our 5th Annual Dining in the Dark on November 20th at Hard Rock Cincinnati. Your mad hosts, Natalie Jones & Freddy Mac from Q102 (WKRQ), will guide you through an evening in Wonderland as you get a taste of the challenges faced by individuals with vision loss."
2020
"A Virtual Experience" during COVID
"Join our Emcee, Q102 (WKRQ)'s Natalie Jones for Dining in the Dark... A Virtual Experience tonight at 7 PM! You'll enjoy impactful speakers, an inspiring story from one of our clients, local celebrity appearances, and much more! Get ready for an evening of fun as we raise awareness and funds to support our mission of empowering individuals with vision loss."
2019
"Back to the Roaring Twenties"
"You're invited to our 3rd Annual Dining in the Dark event on November 9th at Jack Casino Event Center! Join emcees Jon Curl & Natalie Jones from Q102 (WKRQ) for an evening of roaring fun while getting a taste of the challenges faced by those with severe vision loss."
2018
"The Greatest Show on Earth!"
"On November 10th, we will be hosting our second annual Dining in the Dark event, The Greatest Show on Earth. Guests will get a taste of the challenges faced by those with severe vision loss, by being asked to put on blindfolds during the main course.
Whether or not you are able to join us for Dining in the Dark, please join us for the after party on November 10th. It will be held at ALTO Pizza Kitchen + Bar (walking distance from The Madison) from 10 P.M. to 1 A.M. Your ticket includes a pizza and dessert buffet as well as two drink tickets for craft beer or wine. Individual Ticket: $25"
2017
"An Evening in Paris"
"The Cincinnati Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired (CABVI) is hosting a new event called Dining in the Dark on Nov. 18. Dining in the Dark is designed not only to raise funds for CABVI but also to enhance awareness and understanding about the organization's mission. Inspired by similar events across the country, guests will don blindfolds during the main course to experience challenges faced by those with severe vision loss."