The 16th Annual Dancing with the Stars Gala returns Friday.

The Imperial Valley Regional Occupation Program Community Foundation will host the fund-raising event at the Pipa Ballroom in the Quechan Casino. The celebrity stars at this year's event include Danny Arguelles, Eric Hanson, Alex Hauger, Kimberly Ortega, Keila Rodriguez and Rebecca Terrazas-Baxter. The celebrities team up with professional instructors in a dance competition to be judged the best and for People's Choice honors.

The IVROP Community Foundation uses the event to raise money for scholarships and grants for local youth pursuing post-secondary education. Through the years, more than $380,000 has been awarded to over 400 students. 

The Dancing with the Stars Gala kicks off at 6:00 p.m. The dance competition begins at 8:00 p.m.