Photos: The 2026 Boston Winter Ball

Check out scenes from the March 7, 2026 event at the Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport.

Boston’s biggest names in sports, business, and philanthropy came together Saturday night for one of the city’s most anticipated charity events of the year as the 2026 Boston Winter Ball raised $2.5 million for the Corey C. Griffin Foundation.

Held at the Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport on March 7, 2026, the black-tie event—often referred to as “Boston’s Biggest Night Out”—brought together hundreds of supporters for an evening dedicated to improving the lives of children across Greater Boston.

Leading the evening were longtime New England Patriots leaders Matthew Slater and David Andrews, alongside Boston Bruins legend Patrice Bergeron and soccer star Matt Turner as Boston’s sports community turned out in full force to support the foundation’s mission. Athletes, civic leaders, philanthropists, and young professionals filled the ballroom in support of programs that expand access to education, healthcare, and leadership opportunities for Boston-area youth.
The Boston Winter Ball has become one of the city’s signature charity events, uniting Boston’s sports community with the next generation of philanthropists to raise funds for youth-focused initiatives.

The evening began with an intimate sponsor dinner and program before transforming into a high-energy celebration as hundreds of guests filled the ballroom for the annual Winter Ball celebration.

The $2.5 million raised will support the Corey C. Griffin Foundation’s partnerships with leading educational and healthcare institutions dedicated to improving opportunities and outcomes for children throughout the region.

Now in its 17th year, the Boston Winter Ball has helped raise millions of dollars for programs supporting children across Greater Boston, continuing the legacy of Corey Griffin’s commitment to philanthropy, service, and community impact.

Photography by Vail Fucci

Two men dressed in formal attire stand side by side in a banquet hall. The man on the left wears a black tuxedo with a white shirt and black bow tie, while the man on the right wears a silver patterned tuxedo jacket with black lapels, a white shirt, and a black tie. In the background, there is a large screen displaying the text "BE A FORCE OF LOVE FOR KIDS" and "2026 Youth Orange Awards." The setting includes tables and chairs arranged for a formal event.

Four men in tuxedos are standing together holding large ceremonial checks. The check on the left is made out to Bryce Peralta for $40,200 from the Corey C. Griffin Foundation and Boston Winter Ball, dated March 7, 2026. The check on the right is partially visible and made out to Avery Alves. The men are smiling and posing for a photo.

A man with a beard wearing a black tuxedo with a white shirt and black bow tie stands behind a clear podium, speaking. The background is dark with a large screen partially visible behind him.

A man and two women smiling at a formal event. The man on the left is wearing a gray suit jacket over a black turtleneck. The woman in the center has long, wavy blonde hair and is wearing a shiny blue off-shoulder dress. The woman on the right has dark hair styled in loose curls and is wearing a strapless, pleated mauve dress, holding a glass with a lime wedge. The background features other guests in formal attire and purple lighting.

A woman wearing a black dress with cutouts, a large jeweled crown, and a "MISS UNIVERSE" sash stands next to another woman in a red dress adorned with fabric flowers. Both women are smiling and posing for the photo. In the background, other people dressed in formal attire are engaged in conversation. The setting appears to be an elegant indoor event.

A woman wearing a black dress, a "Miss Universe Haiti" sash, and a jeweled crown stands smiling next to a man in a black suit and tie and a woman in a dark blue outfit. They are indoors at a formal event with tables, candles, and other guests in the background.

 

 

About the Corey C. Griffin Foundation

Since 2014, the Corey C. Griffin Foundation has defined itself as a philanthropic leader in the Greater Boston area and surrounding region. Grounded in its remembrance of Corey Griffin (1986–2014) and his passion for service, youth, faith, and giving, the foundation continues to expand its work through partnerships with nonprofit organizations focused on ensuring youth access and equity in education and healthcare while fostering leadership development opportunities. For more information visit: https://www.coreycgriffinfoundation.org/

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