December 12, 2026
You’re invited!
The Heroes & Villains Ball began as a way to invite our community to bring their favorite characters to life — with the creative twist of a winter formal party theme.
Nearly 10 years later the guest list has grown and the location has changed, but the heart of the event remains the same - a unique and memorable fundraiser in support of Critical Care Comics.
* 2026 tickets include access to signature cocktails and open bar. Guests are required to be 21+.
This year’s Heroes & Villains Ball will feature
♦ Celebrity chef dishes, open bar and signature cocktails included
♦ Dancing, entertainment and iconic games
♦ Costume contest for the best-dressed heroes and villains.
♦ $1,000s in raffle ticket prizes!
Bringing these characters to life has the ability to provide an escape from reality. This is central CCC’s mission sending superheroes to visit hospitals every week. Come escape for an evening and celebrate the impact these amazing characters can have on all of us. Dress in evening attire inspired by your favorite characters from all corners of fiction.
New for 2026, Chef Bruce Kalman of Soulbelly BBQ - recently added to the Michelin Guide - is sharing his talents preparing dishes for guests.
A Unique Chef Experience
Bruce Kalman | SoulBelly BBQ
Bruce Kalman is a James Beard-nominated, Bravo Top Chef alum (season 15, top 5 finish) and the creative talent behind Las Vegas's Soulbelly BBQ. Bruce brings a fine-dining pedigree from LA's Knead & Co. and Pasadena's UNION to his new-school approach to regional barbecue.
Beyond the restaurant, he's built a strong TV résumé — a Food Network "Chopped" championship, he’s "Beat Bobby Flay", has an Esquire Network "Knife Fight" title, and appearances on Hallmark's Home & Family, CBS's The Talk, and Last Call with Carson Daly.
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Thank You to Our Sponsors!
FAQ
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December 12th, 2026 at an undisclosed location in Henderson, NV.
Just like our favorite superheroes who have to protect their secret lairs - we’re keeping this one under wraps until two weeks before the event.
Follow the Facebook event and @criticalcarecomics on all socials for hints about the location, and the official announcement ahead of the event.
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Tickets for the 2026 Heroes & Villains Ball are $100 each.
Tickets Include:
♦ Celebrity chef dishes by Bruce Kalman
♦ Signature drinks and open bar
♦ Raffle tickets to enter for prizes
♦ All entertainment and activities
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Valet is available for all guests. There is no cost for valet, but tipping is encouraged.
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Guests are encouraged to dress in semi-formal to formal evening wear inspired by your favorite characters.
Evening wear attire is required, but you do not have to wear a costume.
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Critical Care Comics mission to provide an excuse for kids going through a tough time.
The nonprofit’s 100% volunteer-run operations send superheroes to visit hospitals with toys and comics every week.
This fundraiser supports operations, the Heroes in the Halls program of sending heroes to on hospital visits and the nationwide childhood cancer survivor scholarship.
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You can get in touch through our contact page.
About CCC
Since 2012, Critical Care Comics (CCC) has sent superheroes to visit kids in hospitals and deliver comic books. CCC’s mission is to provide kids with an escape if only for 28 pages. The work their volunteers do goes far beyond this.
As of 2026, CCC has expanded its impact by supporting medical partners with new equipment, providing necessities to lowincome families seeking treatment, and creating a scholarship for childhood cancer survivors. Since it’s launch in 2023, CCC has awarded nearly $100,000 in college scholarships!
Sponsoring Critical Care Comics’ annual Heroes & Villains Ball helps us continue our mission and provides a unique opportunity to showcase your brand to our diverse audience of followers and event guests.