Marie and Caleb twirl each other on the dance floor.

Marie Christie, 22, has her hair curled by friend Kaly Daly in preparation for Night to Shine, a dance party for people with special needs. Daly served as Christie's behavioral health professional until Christie reached the age of majority. The two have stayed in touch since then.

Dressed and ready to go, Caleb Dunlap, 20, awaits the arrival of his date for Night to Shine.

Daly applies makeup for Marie, as she prepares for Night to Shine.

Marie and Caleb, a couple with down syndrome, pose for a photo in Caleb's Portland apartment. Taking the photo is Marie's stepmom, Paula Christie, who accompanied the couple as a chaperone.

Caleb receives a peck on the cheek from Marie while riding alongside other guests and chaperones in a stretch limousine.

Marie and Caleb pose for a professional portrait shortly after arriving at the event.

Marie is crowned with a tiara after arriving at the dance party.

A framed portrait of Marie and Caleb, shot moments earlier, sits among many other professional photos taken as guests arrived at the Night to Shine.

Caleb and Marie, a couple with down syndrome, find a table in the ballroom.

Marie and Caleb share a kiss on the dance floor.