Laugh Out Loud: An Evening Benefitting the MPI Foundation

Join us on Thursday, November 20, 2025, for an unforgettable evening of comedy, cocktails, and community benefitting the MPI Foundation. The MPI Foundation is the charitable arm of Meeting Professionals International (MPI), dedicated to empowering meeting and event professionals around the globe. Through scholarships, grants, and vital industry research, the Foundation helps fuel professional growth and strengthens the future of our industry. By attending this event, you’ll not only enjoy a night of fun but also contribute to advancing the careers of hospitality and event professionals everywhere.

We’ll gather at Helium Comedy Club in Downtown Indianapolis for a night filled with laughter, networking, and entertainment—all in support of this important mission. From the first cocktail to the final punchline, it’s an evening designed to celebrate connection, community, and the power of giving back.

Evening Highlights:

  • 5:30 PM – Doors open with cocktails, lite bites, and lively networking, accompanied by the smooth sounds of Daren Louis Kingi.
  • 6:30 PM – Showroom doors open for seating 
  • 7:00 PM – Enjoy side-splitting comedy from John Heffron, winner of NBC’s Last Comic Standing, with a special guest appearance by Visit Indy CEO, Leonard Hoops.
  • 8:30 PM – Evening concludes on a high note, leaving you with memories and connections to carry forward.

Tickets are $50.00 for GA and $200 for VIP. Donations are welcomed and appreciated. 
Limited quantity of tickets are available.

Your participation directly supports the MPI Foundation’s mission of creating a stronger, more sustainable meetings and events industry for us all.

All proceeds go to supporting the MPI Foundation.