IN REAL LIFE to Headline Starlight Children's Foundation's Dream Halloween Event October 21

Starlight Children's Foundation announces today, In Real Life, winners of ABC's hit reality series Boy Band, as the headline performer for the charity's popular annual Dream Halloween event on October 21, 2017. Starlight, a leading nonprofit organization for 35 years, is hosting their signature event, Dream Halloween with support from Presenting Sponsor Michaels and Aaron Brothers at The MacArthur in Los Angeles. Since 1992, Dream Halloween has raised millions of dollars and brought together celebrities, philanthropic individuals and socially responsible companies to entertain and delight children affected by serious illnesses while raising awareness for their charitable programs and services.

In addition to Hollywood Records' In Real Life, Buena Vista Records' country trio Temecula Road will perform on the main stage at Dream Halloween, as will Alexander Jean, starring duo Mark Ballas and BC Jean, and all-kid Production Company Le Petit Cirque. In addition to the performances, Starlight is deploying their star-studded Dream Halloween host committee to spread the word about the significant impact Starlight Children's Foundation can make with support of their annual event. 2017's host committee roster boasts names such as Deborah Cox, Abby Donnelly, Tiffany Espensen, Alyson Hannigan, Rob Megennis, Brendan Meyer, Catia Ojeda, Olivia Sanabia, Roselyn Sanchez and Eric Winter.

Dream Halloween guests will be invited to explore two floors of spook-takular activities throughout the extravaganza. Live performances will be held on the main stage alongside games, arts and crafts, complimentary food and beverages, toy giveaways and unique surprises. Starlight VR, a groundbreaking new program that will entertain, educate and inspire hospitalized children across the US, will also be available for live demos.

"We're incredibly excited to bring smiles to kids and families by making Dream Halloween a fantastic night to remember," said Chris Helfrich, CEO of Starlight Children's Foundation. "Thanks to our line-up of world-class performers and the generous support of our event sponsors, this fun-filled event will give children and families the chance to experience Starlight's programs first-hand and celebrate the magic of Halloween."

For every ticket purchased or sponsorship sold, Starlight provides complimentary tickets to hospitalized kids and their families in the LA-area so they can enjoy the wonder and joy of Halloween alongside their favorite celebrities in a safe place.

Michaels and Aaron Brothers are Starlight Children's Foundation's longtime partners and Presenting Sponsors for Dream Halloween. Additional lead event sponsors include The Walt Disney Company, Star Wars: Force for Change and Nintendo, along with Ole Henrickson and GLAMSQUAD. Chaya, Drago Centro, Red O, KIND, Milk & Honey Hollywood, Panda Express, Vinny's Pizza and Zevia are food and beverage sponsors.

For more information on Dream Halloween, including sponsorships, ticket packages or to purchase individual tickets, please visit starlight.org/dreamhalloween.