Mahjong for a Mission
2026-10-07 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Halifax) | Nashawtuc Country Club, 1861 Sudbury Road, Concord, MA, United States
Tickets
Join Runway for Recovery and Gold Coast Mahjong Club for an elevated evening of mahjong, community, and purpose as we kick off Runway’s 20th Anniversary Celebration this October. Hosted at Nashawtuc Country Club in Concord—the home of our very first Runway Show in 2007—this special event brings together experienced players for an evening of open play, prizes, and meaningful fundraising in support of families navigating breast cancer and loss.
We are especially grateful to have current Runway for Recovery Board Member, Legacy Model, and longtime supporter Rachael Asselin, along with her dear friend and longtime Runway guest Jamie Ring, serving as co-hosts for this memorable evening. Together, we’ll celebrate two decades of impact while helping ensure more families receive the financial and emotional support they need when facing breast cancer.
Guests will enjoy an evening that starts with cocktails, light bites, and shopping, followed by structured open play at tables of four. Throughout the night, players can win prizes, enter raffles, and support Runway’s Family Grant Program through our signature “fund a family” board and other playful fundraising moments. Gold Coast will provide all mahjong sets and table setup, along with a curated selection of mahjong-themed merchandise, with a portion of proceeds benefiting Runway for Recovery.
This is not a teaching event; play is designed for intermediate and experienced mahjong players who are comfortable with open play in a social setting.
Tickets go on Sale on July 15
Event Details

Date: Wednesday, October 7
Time: 6:00–9:00 PM

6:00–7:00 PM – Check-in, cocktails, light bites, and shopping
7:00–9:00 PM – Mahjong open play (starts promptly at 7:00 PM)

Format: Tables of four, open play (no instruction provided)
Tickets:

Table of 4: $500 (one person purchases and invites guests)
Limited individual tickets are be available for $125/ea

Your ticket includes event entry, light food, and one drink ticket; additional drink and raffle tickets will be available for purchase, with proceeds supporting Runway for Recovery’s work.
Come play, connect, and help us launch October with a joyful night that honors community, competition, and care.

The 20th Anniversary Runway Show, Boston
2026-10-29 18:00 - 22:30 | Westin Seaport Hotel, 425 Summer Street, Boston, MA, 02210, United States
Tickets and Sponsorships

Join us as we celebrate 20 years of Runway for Recovery at our most inspiring evening of the year.

The 20th Anniversary Runway Show is far more than a fashion show. It is a celebration of resilience, a tribute to those we have lost, and a powerful reminder that no family should face breast cancer alone.

This year, 125 extraordinary models will take the runway, representing every chapter of Runway for Recovery’s story. Our 20th Anniversary class includes returning models from each of the past twenty years, models from our Boston, New York City, and Southern California Runway Shows, members of our Boston Marathon team, inspiring first-time models, and every returning model living with metastatic breast cancer who wished to dance with us this year. We also made the intentional decision to expand the diversity of our Runway, creating space for voices and experiences that have too often been underrepresented. We are honored to welcome more women of color to this year’s class and are committed to building a Runway that more fully reflects the community we serve—for our 20th Anniversary and for generations to come. Together, these 125 individuals each bring a story of courage, hope, love, and perseverance.

For one unforgettable evening, more than 1,000 guests will come together to honor survivors, remember loved ones, and celebrate twenty years of Runway for Recovery. This year, we intentionally reduced ticket prices to make the evening more accessible and inclusive, ensuring that more families, friends, and supporters can experience the magic of the Runway. As a result, ticket sales are designed to cover the cost of hosting this extraordinary event at The Westin Boston Seaport District.

The true impact of the evening comes through philanthropy. Before the event, corporate sponsors, family foundations, and individual sponsors provide the critical support that sustains Runway for Recovery’s work throughout the year. During the event, our annual Paddle Raise becomes one of the most meaningful moments of the night, giving every guest the opportunity to invest directly in families navigating metastatic breast cancer and loss. Together, these gifts ensure that the support celebrated on the runway continues for the other 364 days of the year.

Whether you join us as a guest, sponsor, or donor, you are helping write the next chapter of Runway for Recovery’s story—and ensuring that families facing the unimaginable never have to face it alone.

Traveling from out of town? Reserve your room at The Westin Boston Seaport District through our discounted room block.
Interested in becoming a sponsor? Learn more about our sponsorship opportunities.
Looking for a Model’s Fundraising Page? Before stepping onto the Runway, our models are already making an incredible impact. Explore their fundraising pages,
Want to meet this year’s models? Visit our Event & Tickets page and click “Meet the Models,” or explore their stories anytime in the Runway Blog.

Honoring Two Extraordinary Leaders at Our 20th Anniversary Runway Show
Each year, Runway for Recovery recognizes individuals whose leadership, compassion, and unwavering commitment have helped shape our community and strengthen our mission. We are proud to announce our 2026 Award Honorees:
Crystal Davis will receive the Ilene Beal Legacy of Leadership Award, recognizing her extraordinary advocacy, leadership, and dedication to ensuring every woman feels seen, represented, and empowered.
Kathryn Phillips will receive the Bill Achtmeyer High-Five Award, honoring her years of compassion, generosity, and steadfast commitment to supporting families facing metastatic breast cancer and loss.
Please join us in celebrating Crystal and Kathryn as they are honored during our 20th Anniversary Runway Show on Thursday, October 29, 2026, at the Westin Boston Seaport District.
→ Read More About Our 2026 Honorees: Crystal Davis & Kathryn Phillips

To experience the heart of Runway for Recovery, watch the highlights from our 2025 Runway Show.
