Casper’s Dancing with the Stars Returns for a Night of Community and Giving

Casper is getting ready for a night of dancing, entertainment, and community generosity as the 16th Annual Dancing with the Stars of Casper returns on Saturday, October 24, 2026. Hosted by Mercer Family Resource Center, the western-themed fundraiser will bring local personalities and professional dancers together at the Ford Wyoming Center, turning friendly competition into an opportunity to support an organization dedicated to strengthening families and helping young people thrive.

The evening pairs six local stars with six professional dancers for a showcase that combines performance, personality, and a little western flair. For the community members stepping into the spotlight, the event offers an opportunity to try something different, share their efforts with a live audience, and help raise awareness for a cause that reaches beyond the dance floor.

The 2026 participating couples represent a range of Casper-area businesses and organizations. Ray Catellier of CEPI will dance with Laura Freeman of CPA Consulting/Art on the Go; Nikki Strickland of Townsquare Media will partner with Anthony Gamroth of 307 Dance Academy/Opera Wyoming; and Brandon Kosine of Casper College will perform with Aliscia Meyer of Rising Star Tumbling and Dance Studio. The remaining couples are Sabrina Spears of the Natrona Collective Health Trust with Mike Boulter of North Platte Physical Therapy, Justine Murphey of Hilltop Bank with Craig Mitchell of Mercer Family Resource Center, and Kevin Cook of True Companies with Shelbi Kai of Bull Horn Brewing.

Beyond the performances, the fundraiser supports Mercer Family Resource Center’s mission to provide education, counseling, and prevention services that build stronger, healthier youth and families. The organization offers support designed to help children, parents, and families navigate challenges and access resources that can make a meaningful difference in their lives.

Community support is central to the event. Through participation in the evening’s fundraising activities, attendees can help sustain Mercer’s work while enjoying a celebration that brings together local businesses, organizations, performers, and residents. The event demonstrates how familiar faces from across Casper can use their time and talents to draw attention to services that support the wider community.

Dancing with the Stars of Casper is scheduled for Saturday, October 24, at the Ford Wyoming Center, with the event beginning at 6 p.m. The venue is located at 1 Events Drive in Casper. Mercer Family Resource Center can be contacted at 307-265-7366 for additional information.

As the dancers prepare to take the stage, the evening’s purpose remains larger than a competition. It is an opportunity for Casper residents to come together, celebrate local talent, and support an organization working to strengthen children and families throughout the area.

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Courtesy of Ford Wyoming Center