Hundreds of churches around the world will host teens and adults with disabilities for a series of special proms all held on a single night in the lead-up to Valentine’s Day.

More than 600 churches in over 40 countries are slated to participate on Friday night. In addition, a virtual celebration will be available online at the same time for those who are unable to attend in person.

The proms, which are open to individuals with disabilities ages 14 and older, are part of the Tim Tebow Foundation’s annual “Night to Shine.”

Traditionally, the events have featured a red carpet entrance, hair and makeup stations, shoe shining, limousine rides, karaoke, dinner and a dance floor. All guests with disabilities are crowned king or queen of the prom.

“Since this event began in 2015, we have watched Night to Shine grow into a worldwide movement. Even though it is held in countries that speak different languages and celebrate in ways unique to their own diverse cultures, God’s love transcends it all,” said Tim Tebow, a former NFL quarterback whose foundation organizes the proms.

This is the first time since 2020 that Night to Shine proms have been held in person after two years of online celebrations during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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