Save the date! 
Saturday, January 24, 2026
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
International Quilt Museum

Cue the spotlight—it’s time to make your entrance! The Red Carpet Revue takes place Saturday, January 24, 2026, just days after the Oscar nominees are announced. Walk the red carpet, strike a pose for the paparazzi and step into a night of Hollywood-inspired fun and philanthropy. Whether you channel a favorite movie star, transform into an iconic character or dazzle in your own glamorous attire, this premiere event promises an evening of style, celebration and support for the Mourning Hope Grief Center and the International Quilt Museum.

We’re thrilled to announce that this year’s event will be emceed by Taryn and Jon Vanderford, Emmy Award-winning anchors, reporters and producers for KOLN/KGIN (10/11 News) in Lincoln, who will guide guests through an unforgettable evening of entertainment and inspiration.

The Red Carpet Revue will showcase an incredible lineup of local talent, with more performers to be announced soon! We’re excited to feature Lauren Silverman Durban, from The Lied Center and formerly a Channel 8 News anchor; Sean Flattery, Creative Director at Eleanor Creative, who recently starred in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat at Pinewood Bowl; and Lindsey Oelling, owner of Paper Moon Pastries in Cortland and a talented vocalist known for her heartfelt performances across the local theater community. Together, their performances will set the stage for a truly memorable night.

Along with signature cocktails and gourmet bites, guests will enjoy a night full of style, celebration, and surprises—including Oscar-style swag bags to take home. From show-stopping entertainment to exclusive VIP experiences, this night has been designed to delight and inspire.

Tickets go on sale December 5th! Don’t miss out—join the Common Threads VIP list to be the among the first to get ticket alerts and all important event updates.

Stay tuned as we reveal more exciting details, including more star-studded sponsors and additional entertainment that will make the Red Carpet Revue a night to remember!

Thank You to Our Sponsors!

We are deeply grateful to the generous sponsors who make the Red Carpet Revue possible. Through their partnership, this event will benefit both the Mourning Hope Grief Center and the International Quilt Museum, supporting programs that bring comfort, connection and creativity to our community.  

Corporate sponsor opportunities are now open! Click here to learn more and be part of this incredible event.

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"Our lives are like quilts - bits and pieces, joy and sorrow, stitched with love." - author unknown

At the Mourning Hope Grief Center, each family designs a quilt block in memory of their deceased loved one. Together, the quilts commemorate their uniquely personal grief experiences, while serving as a creative means for remembrance, expression, healing and hope.

The International Quilt Museum is home to the world's largest publicly held quilt collection and honors the cultural and artistic significance of quilts. This collection boasts numerous mourning, burial and remembrance quilts.

It's this common thread that binds together the missions of these two unique, Lincoln-based nonprofits. For every ticket sold to Common Threads, proceeds will be equally split to sustain children and teen programming at both organizations.