Join Horizons for our 5th annual Meals on Heels, a signature fundraising event supporting programs that help older adults remain nourished, connected and independent in our community.

This year, we’re bringing the event back with a new twist: Sneaker Style! Enjoy an evening of food, drinks, entertainment, auctions and plenty of fun at the Olympic South Side Theater.

Event Details

Thursday, October 8, 2026
Olympic South Side Theater
Social & Cocktail Hour: 5:00–6:00 p.m.
Program: 6:00 p.m.

The evening will be hosted by Clare and Eric of The Morning Scramble.

Sneaker Fashion Show

Show off your favorite kicks and participate in one or more of our five Sneaker Fashion Show categories:

Best in Color
Best-Loved Kicks — Most Worn
Most Unique Sneak
Sneaker Couture — Most Luxury
Best in Shoe

Winners in each category will receive a custom trophy created by our friends at Metro High School.

Dress Your Way

There is no formal dress code. Dress as fancy or as casual as you’d like! Whether you want to dress up for the evening or keep it casual, we encourage you to have fun with your look and let your sneakers make a statement.

More to Enjoy

Guests will also have the opportunity to:

Bid on one-of-a-kind high-top sneakers designed by local artists
Participate in our silent auction
Enter the raffle
Enjoy food from Horizons Catering for a Cause
Grab a drink and connect with fellow Horizons supporters

Most importantly, your participation helps support Horizons and the programs and services we provide to older adults throughout East Central Iowa.

Come for the sneakers. Stay for the evening. Support a great cause.

Meals on Heels 2026

Join us for the 5th Annual Meals on Heels Fundraiser in Sneaker Style!