PLEASE NOTE!!!!!  Camping passes are packaged with 1 (one) weekend festival pass. (This does not apply to overflow camping) if you want more than one Festival pass you will have to add Festival passes only that are not packaged with camping to your cart prior to checkout. 
Come watch some of the greatest classic rock acts in Canada at Spider Entertainment’s 3-day classic Rock Festival in Southern Alberta (TABER, AB to be exact)! This show involves internationally recognized artists that are truly Canadian classic rock royalty, as well as showcasing local bands from Southern Alberta.
This year - Spider has changed up the schedule: Thursday will have the local band showcase with the Metal Queen Lee Aaron closing the night. While Friday and Saturday will each have three to four premier Canadian Classic Rock Bands each day!
This is an outdoor concert with no reserved seating, approved lawn chairs or blankets are recommended for seating. Wrist bands must be worn at all times. There are a limited number of camping spots next to the concert venue.
There will be food trucks and beer gardens on site, concert merch to be purchased, and some exciting things to be announced in the coming months!!
It’s a weekend you WON’T want to miss!
 
FAQ
What does it COST and how are the tickets structured?
 
Tickets can be purchased as just weekend passes for General Admission and VIP with no camping.  **Please note all Camping and tenting spots are purchased with 1 Weekend General Admission Pass.  If you require more than 1 Weekend pass with your camping pass then you need to add the weekend only pass(es) to the cart as well.
 
Ticket Limit per purchase:  10 weekend passes   5 Camping sites
 
3-day WEEKEND Concert Pass General Admission = $169.00 (plus fees and tax) (Does NOT include camping)
 
VIP 3-day Weekend Pass = $449.00 (Does NOT include camping. But it DOES include: private tent for VIP only, seating provided, private bar, private porta potties) Located near the stage off to the side of the venue so tent does not block view of others.  Tents are 20x20 and have a capacity of 30 people. 
Camping PREMIUM C1 (Legion Park right next to venue) Weekend camping pass plus one 3-day WEEKEND Concert Pass General Admission $80+$169 = $249.00     **Sites are UNSERVICED**
 
Camping PREMIUM C2  (Ken McDonald sports park right next to venue on grass sites) Weekend camping pass plus one  3-day WEEKEND Concert Pass General Admission $70+$169 = $239.00     **Sites are UNSERVICED**
 
Camping PREMIUM C3  (Ken McDonald sports park right next to venue on gravel sites) Weekend camping pass plus one 3-day WEEKEND Concert Pass General Admission $60+$169 = $229.00     **Sites are UNSERVICED**
 
Tenting -  All tenting spots are located in either the Legion Park or Ken McDonald Sports park.  Weekend tenting pass plus one 3-day WEEKEND Concert Pass General Admission $40+$169 = $209.00     **Sites are UNSERVICED**
 
Overflow Camping  
PLEASE NOTE:  These overflow camping sites are NOT packaged with a Weekend Festival pass. Tickets must be purchased separately!
These camping sites are non serviced sites. They are a first come first served parking system.  They are located around the Taber Agriplex 6602 53 St Taber.  This location is approx. 5-10 min walk from the venue.  Shuttles will also be available.  **Sites are UNSERVICED**
 
**NOTE** If VIP weekend pass(es) are desired with a camping or tenting spot.  They are chosen and put in the cart just like additional regular weekend passes would be. The cost of the single weekend pass with your camping or tenting spot will be credited back to you. 
Day passes may be offered closer to the event date,  We are anticipating an early sell out  and that may impact the availability of day passes.
Ticket sales are final. Please be aware of ticket scams.  Tickets should only be purchased through www.spiderentertainment.ca which is partnered with Showpass.  If you purchase tickets from a third party, make sure tickets are transferred through Showpass only to protect yourself.   Weekend passes can not be shared among several individuals to attend different days.   Each ticket holder will be provided a wrist band that must be worn at all times to have access to the venue as well as camping areas.  
 
Venue capacity is currently 2500.  
 
You are purchasing a ticket for Cornstock’24, not for a specific artist. Artists and schedule subject to change without notice.  Current Schedule and times are as follows:
Thursday July 25th, 2024
4:00 PM Gates Open
5:00 PM Eons of Earth
6:00 PM 90Xover
7:00 PM Uncovered
8:00 PM Runnin with the Devil – Van Halen Tribute
9:30 PM Lee Aaron
 
Friday July 26th, 2024
5:00 Gates Open
6:30 Headpins
8:10 Streetheart
9:50 Kim Mitchell
11:15 Steve McQueen Band (After Party)
 
Saturday July 27th , 2024
4:00 PM Gates Open
5:00 PM Toque
6:40 PM Chilliwack
8:20 PM Trooper
10:00 PM April Wine
11:15pm Steve McQueen Band (After Party)
 
 
 Are there More details on camping 
-ALL Camping/Tenting sites are NON-Serviced sites.   
-Camping Is for 3 nights July 25-27, 2024. You MUST vacate the site before 4pm on July 28th.
-Fee is for all three nights.
-Located in the Taber Legion Park or Ken McDonald Sports Park. All sites are within a 10 minute walk, but there will be shuttles available too. 
-Campsites are assigned at the time that they are sold.  You choose your site on camping map.
There are 3 camping areas:
C1 Located in the Taber Legion Park.  Area is well treed with green grass.  Dedicated entrance to the Concert Venue
C2 Located within Ken McDonald Sports field.  Area has some trees and Green Grass
C3 Located within Ken McDonald Sports field.  Area is on a well graveled parking lot 
 -THERE ARE NO SERVICED SITES.
-The allowance of open fires or Propane and gas fires only will be determined closer to the event.  Please follow local fire bans. 
-All camping sites will accommodate camping units up to 40’ in length.  If your camping unit is longer than 40’ please choose an oversized site.
-For your convenience portable toilets, and non-potable water stations are available throughout the camping areas.
-Each Camping/tenting site will be allowed 1 vehicle only at the site.  Extra vehicles can be parked in the main parking lot. No: ATVs, Golf Carts, Mopeds, Bicycles, Skateboards, Scooters, Hoverboards or any other similar devices, except for those permitted for handicap transportation, are allowed.
-The CORNSTOCK camping site is a “closed site”. Therefore, appropriate wristbands must be always worn beyond the checkpoint areas.  You cannot be in the camping areas without a weekend pass.
 -CORNSTOCK '24 takes pride in our image! Please keep your campsites clean and maintained, failure to do so will result in a $300 clean up fee charged to the campsite holders credit card and/or eviction from festival sites and venues.
 -Generators will be allowed to operate between 8:00am and Midnight. If your generator makes excessive noise or creates fumes you will be asked not to use it. We understand some people have health related issues that require generators to run all night. In fairness to other campers, these generators must be of the “whisper quiet” make and not disturb other campers. Any non-compliance will result in eviction without refund.
 -CORNSTOCK is not an ideal weekend for your pets, and they may be happier at home. If you do choose to bring your pet they must remain at your campsite, leashed, and always attended to.
 
 
 
IS THIS AN ALL-AGES EVENT?
Yes! this concert is an event for people of all ages. Children under the age of 10 are admitted for free when accompanied by an adult who holds a valid concert pass. 
 
**IS THIS EVENT ACCESSIBLE?** Yes! This concert is an event for everyone. There will be dedicated accessibility drop-off, closer parking, and shuttle services are available to bring people from the parking area.  
There will be a dedicated handicap seating area close to the stage.  Assistance can be provided to help set up chairs. 
**What amenities will be inside the concert grounds?** We will have food trucks / food vendors, beer tents (run by a not-for-profit Taber Titans as a fundraiser), porta potties and hand wash stations, merch tent, 50/50 tent and roaming ticket sales, first aid tent, designated handi cap sitting area, and anticipating some exciting new additions for Cornstock '24 that will be announced in the coming months! 
Speaking of FOOD TRUCKS: If you would like to be a food truck / food vendor on site, please email EMILY at emily@spiderentertainment.ca to receive an application form.  Note: we have LIMITED space for food trucks and are aiming to get all different menus.  There is also a non-refundable fee for food trucks.  Trucks must be prepared to serve up to 2,500 people / day for 3 days. 
 
Will there be a Meet and Greet with any artists?
We are hoping to have them in place 2 months prior to the event. As artists schedules prior to and after the show will not be known till then. If offered, it will be a add on after the fact.
 
Will there be MERCH for Sale?
YES! The overwhelming response for CORNSTOCK ‘24 merch has been put into action! Keep an eye on our site for updates on MERCH for sale!
There will also be a MERCH tent on the grounds during CORNSTOCK ‘24
 
ARE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED?
YES! The magnitude of this event is HUGE, and many people will be required. If you would like to volunteer, please email KEN at ken@spiderentertainment.ca
Service groups are also welcome to be involved and provide services as a fundraiser. If interested, please email KEN at ken@spiderentertainment.ca
 
WILL THERE BE PARKING?
Yes! Parking will be available, but it is limited. Please carpool when possible. Parking is FREE.  Parking is located approx. ½ KM from the venue entrance.  Cart shuttles will be available for those who are unable to walk or choose not to walk. 
 
WHAT KIND OF CHAIR CAN I BRING?
Concert approved chairs must be single person, collapsible, not recline or have protruding leg rests/coverings, or be oversized. Chairs not adhering to concert guidelines
will not be permitted through the gates. Keep an eye out on our social media channels for further clarification as the concert approaches!
 
WHAT IF IT RAINS?
As the saying goes, “The show must go on!” The concert takes place rain or shine. Please check the weather prior to coming and if there’s a high chance of rain, we suggest bringing a pocket-sized poncho and a sweatshirt or windbreaker.
Please note that severe weather conditions may temporarily interrupt some concerts/activities. We invite you to stay tuned to our social media for up-to-date information.
 
WHAT CAN YOU NOT BRING?

No outside drinks are permitted (only up to 1L of water in a factory sealed bottle)
No homemade food permitted (commercially sealed snacks only)
Glass containers or glass of any kind
Hard-sided coolers or wagons
Chairs that do not collapse, oversized chairs, couches, etc
Umbrellas
Large banners or signs
Professional cameras, GoPros, selfie sticks, drones, or audio/video recording devices
Tents or pole structures of any kind
Pets (service animals only)
Frisbees, sports balls, beach balls, etc
Weapons or anything that could resemble a weapon
Gang insignia, offensive signs/clothing, etc
Noise makers, fireworks, laser pointers, pocket knives, tools or any other potentially harmful items

All guests and their belongings will be subject to search prior to entering the festival site. Security and concert Management reserves the right to refuse entry to persons and/or belongings at their discretion.
 
CANNABIS USE?
Cannabis is prohibited within the concert area.

Taber Legion Youth Center

Cornstock 2024

Full Weekend Pass (GA) + C1 Camper

Full Weekend Pass (GA) + C1 Tent

Full Weekend Pass (GA) + C2 Camper

Full Weekend Pass (GA Festival Only)

Full Weekend Pass (VIP Festival Only)

Full Weekend Pass (GA) + C2 Tent

Overflow Camping  Taber Agriplex

Full Weekend Pass (GA) + C3 Camper (Small to Large)

Overflow Camping North Lot

Spider Entertainment Group

Join us Aug 8 - 10, 2024 at ROCK the TRACK | Presented by The Fire & Flood Emergency Services Speedway Society. 
Location: Fire & Flood Emergency Services Speedway (Central Alberta Raceways) | 6700 - 40th Street, Rimbey, AB
Lineup is as follows:

HEADSTONES
NAZARETH
BIF NAKED
NORTHERN PIKES
LEE AARON
HONEYMOON SUITE
HARLEQUIN
HEADPINS
Regional Artist Appearances

Thursday August 8thHoneymoon SuiteHeadpins 
Friday August 9thHeadstonesBif NakedNorthern Pikes
Saturday August 10thNazarethLee AaronHarlequin 
*Campsites Available (Max 4 people per site) $75 + fees + tax
Ticket Sale Dates:
Early Bird Ticket sales end April 15th | Weekend Passes from April 15th, 2024 to May 14th, 2024 = $249.00 | Weekend Passes from May 14th, 2024 and onward = $299 
VENDOR INQUIRIES: Please contact Sherry Stuart at taylorsit@hotmail.com
Limited PARTNERSHIP and SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: Please contact Randy Martin at 1-855-720-8779

Central Alberta Raceways

ROCK the TRACK 2024

Weekend Pass

Campsites (Max 4 People Per Site)

4 Weekend Passes for the price of 3

Thursday Day Pass

Friday Day Pass

Saturday Day Pass

Rock The Track

Join us in commemorating a century and a half of history, community, and shared memories from June 28th to July 1st, 2024. This landmark occasion promises a weekend filled with family-friendly festivities, creating an unforgettable experience for all.

Fort Macleod

Town of Fort Macleod 150th Sesquicentennial Celebrations

General Admission (11+ Years of Age)

General Youth Admission (10 and UNDER)

The Town of Fort Macleod

*If you are looking to race please visit www.tunerbash.ca*
Get ready for a thrilling return as Western Canada's Motorsports Festival revs back into action! Join us for the Calgary Season Opener on Holiday Sunday June 9, at Airdrie Airpark. Tunerbash offers an exciting blend of entertainment, combining a laid-back car meet, exhilarating drag racing, and the crowd-favorite drift expo. Here's how you can get involved:

Watch: Secure your discounted passes now at www.tunerbash.ca.
Race: Limited spots available for Drag and Drift —sign up early to secure your place!  Race Registration only available at www.tunerbash.ca
Show Off: Display your ride at our relaxed car meet-style showcase. Bring your friends and compete for trophies!
Get Connected: Expand your network and reach more customers at our event.

Experience firsthand why Tunerbash is becoming Western Canada's premier automotive event!
Stay tuned for more details and surprises at www.tunerbash.ca.
Proudly sponsored by our partners for 2024: @motul @ebaycanada @yokohamacanada  @vlfwheelscanada 
Photo cred: @dima_quite
Event dates are subject to change, so mark your calendars and don't miss out!

Airdrie Airpark

Tunerbash Calgary Season Opener

Spectator Pass: Advanced 10% Off

Spectator

Child 5-11 or Senior Over 65

Spectator Pass with Premium Showoff Parking Advanced $10 off

Spectator Pass with Premium Showoff Parking

REP Media

Come and watch our incredible dancers shine on stage! 

Pre Jr/Jr Musical Theatre
Boys Hip Hop
Bubblegum Jazz Small Group
Jazz Jr
Pre Int/Int Rhythm Tap
Pre Jr Hip Hop
Foundation Tap
Jr Sampler
Lyrical Large Group
Jazz Small Group
Jazz Pre Int
Pre Int/Int Hip Hop
Breakdance Crew
Cheer Pep Squad Jr
Jr Hip Hop
Lyrical Small Group
Cheer Pep Squad Sr
Pre Int/Pre Adv Musical Theatre
Pre Jr/Jr Lyrical
Bubblegum, Cotton Candy, Mango, Kiwi & Watermelon Intensive Teams


RockPointe Church - Bearspaw

Recital A -  Happy Place

Recital A - Row 1 (Blue)

Recital A - Rows 2 & 3 (Red)

Recital A - Rows 4 & 5 (Orange)

Recital A - Early Bird General Admission - Adult (Green)

Recital A - Early Bird General Admission - Child (Green)

Snap Dance Studios

Come and watch our incredible dancers shine on stage! 
 


Mini Intensive Group

Little Snappers Combo - Saturday (Miss Jamie)
Little Snappers Combo - Saturday (Miss Kelli)
Jr Snappers Combo - Saturday (Miss Jamie)
Jr Snappers Ballet - Tuesday (Miss Kelli)
Little Snappers Combo - Tuesday (Miss Kelli)
Jr Snappers Combo - Saturday (Miss Kelli)
Jr Snappers Combo - Thursday (Miss Kelli)


Recital C -  When We Grow Up

Recital C - Row 1 (Blue)

Recital C - Rows 2 & 3 (Red)

Recital C - Rows 4 & 5 (Orange)

Recital C - Early Bird General Admission - Child (Green)

Recital C - Early Bird General Admission - Adult (Green)

Pound It Hip Hop Studio Presents
Year End Show
Performances by Pound It dancers from both Red Deer and Sylvan Lake

Red Deer Memorial Centre

Pound It's Year End Show

Assigned Seating - Early Bird

Assigned Seating

Red Deer Memorial Centre/Central Alberta Theatre

Moon Coin Productions brings the music & magic of ABBA back to the Red Deer Memorial Centre on June 24th with ABRA Cadabra! Don't miss this all ages & family friendly stage extravaganza that has been receiving rave reviews from coast to coast!
Featuring a live band, powerful vocals, dancers, multi-media & costumes, this interactive stage show will have you smiling, moving & singing along to such hits as Mamma Mia, Dancing Queen, Take A Chance, SOS, Waterloo, Fernando & more!
ABRA Cadabra from Vancouver BC, has been touring the world for over 20 years bring the timeless music of ABBA to audiences of all ages & cultures. Past performances include several shows for the Malaysian Royal Family, The Queen Elizabeth Theatre in Vancouver, Universal Studios in Florida, The Esplanade Theatre in Singapore, The McPherson Playhouse in Victoria, The Jack Singer Concert Hall in Calgary, Dalhousie Arts Centre in Halifax, Theatre Capitol Moncton, Burton Cummings Theatre in Winnipeg, The Connexus Arts Centre in Regina & more! See the full video and more info at www.iloveABBA.com or follow ABRA Cadabra on Facebook at: www.facebook.com/TributetoABBA
"Best show we've ever seen!" - Gilberte Nowlan - Moncton NB
"OMG!!! What a spectacular show last night in Saint John!!! Thank you and come back soon...PLEASE!!!" - Judy McNabb - Saint John NB
"Labels like 'Tribute' band don't cut it with these people. Powerful, tight bong-on lite-em-up delivery with a real joy in the performance! I would go see them again anywhere, anytime!" - Rob Randall - White Rock BC
"I wanted to give a giant thank you, thank you, thank you for your show in Kelowna. We had so much fun and enjoyed it so much that I can't even put it in words. We were grinning ear to ear! You sounded so great and were so on point. From the bottom of my heart, thank you for giving us all such a fun, special evening!" - Dylan & Cavelle Wurfel - Kelowna BC
 

ABRA Cadabra

Accessible Seating

 
Blossom Festival at the Saskatoon Farm
Saturday, May 25th 
NOTE: You will be able to add your additional worksop tickets during the checkout process once you have selected your General Admission Ticket(s). 
Our Blossom Festival will feature 60 local vendors! 
Ticket Price = $6 per person *kids 5 and under get in free!
Spring is in full swing, and we’re excited to invite you to our Blossom Festival at The Saskatoon Farm! Our Saskatoon Berry orchards are in full bloom, creating a stunning sea of blossoms you won’t want to miss. During the Blossom festival, you're welcome do a walking tour of our Saskatoon Orchards - these will not be guided tours, instead you can frolick amongst the acres and acres of fragrant Saskatoon Berry Blossoms at your own leisure.  
Our garden center and greenhouses are bursting with vibrant plants, we've got hand-grown vegetables, herbs, fruiting trees and shrubs, and super showy perennials and annuals for your home and garden. But that’s not all—we'll also have live music performances to get your toes tapping, art and crafts to inspire your creativity, and workshops to learn something new. Plus, there are plenty of family-friendly activities to keep everyone entertained.
Don't miss out on our Yoga Workshop in the Greenhouse from 10 - 11 am. Tickets are $15 per person. You will be able to add your Yoga Workshop Tickets during the checkout process once you have selected your General Admission Ticket. 
Discover why bees and other pollinators are crucial for our planet with a FREE Pollinator Workshop provided by The Honey Merchants. This interactive workshop will provide an in-depth look at honey bees, including how they live, collect nectar, make honey, and protect their hives. 
Design a showstopping planter for your patio or garden in our Bring Your Own Planter - Planting Workshop! Tickets are $65.00 per person and inclue five 1-gallon annual plants, and soil. You can also purchase planters from us if you do not have one! Sizes and prices vary.
Our restaurant will be open, serving up delicious, fresh meals that you’re going to love - please note, we do not accept reservations in our restaurant. Our bakery is also open with freshly baked pies, tarts, scones, and other yummy pastries, plus fresh sourdough and flatbread pizza! Don’t forget to stop by our Red House for barbecued burgers and dogs, hot off the grill and of course, our icecream shack for freshly scooped and soft serve!
Come out, breathe in the fresh spring air, and celebrate the season’s beauty with us at The Saskatoon Farm. It’s going to be a fantastic weekend, we can’t wait to see you there!

The Saskatoon Farm

Blossom Festival at The Saskatoon Farm

General Admission

Saskatoon Farm

DEREK EDWARDS -  'In Praise of the Ostrich'  
Tickets On Sale Friday, March 8th!!
 
With 'In Praise of the Ostrich'  Derek Edwards  moseys back into town on horse-drawn comedy wagon; a searing meander down life's twisting trails, steered effortfully by this 30-year veteran. He returns with a payload of blissfully funny personal stories – a cacophony of shenanigans – set to tickle the ribs and warm the heart. 
With an easy conversational style, Derek reluctantly pulls his head out of the sand and launches into commentary on the influx of pot stores, self-driving cars, gambling tips, the challenge of staying youthful ... plus dressing warm. 
From Vegas to St. John's, this Just For Laughs veteran is universally considered to be among the comic elite. Certainly his peers think so, as evidenced by the fact that he's a four-time nominee, and winner of Best Standup Comic - Canadian Comedy Awards, as well as a multiple Gemini nominee for Best Performance in a Comedy. As Rick Mercer says, "Everyone knows Derek is the funniest man in Canada."
 
Clearly the critics agree: "5 STARS - the funniest man on earth" - Winnipeg Free Press; "4 STARS - the crowd howled" - Victoria Times Colonist; "still the funniest man in Canada" - Toronto Sun; "Edwards reigns as the King of Canadian comedy" - Charlottetown Guardian; "Derek Edwards is hysterical" - Calgary Sun; "Edwards takes stand-up to next stage" - Georgia Straight; "the epitome of timing & storytelling" - Halifax Chronicle Herald; "the comedian's comedian" - London Free Press.
 
'In Praise of the Ostrich'  - Derek Edwards' new 90-minute stand-up comedy show ...a richly textured and enthralling 'cut above,' delivered with pace and authority by the consummate Canadian Comedian. Down to earth, lots of laughs, wagons ho.
 
Derek In Action
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N4f7bxyZxDM
 
For more info & comedy clips, visit www.shantero.com

Derek Edwards - In Praise of the Ostrich

THE COMIC STRIPPERS (18+ only)
 A male stripper parody and improv comedy show
 
The award winning improv comedians are back with a new show, more moves and even quicker wits.A SHOW FOR ALL GENDERS… 18+ ONLYWARNING! No extreme nudity, just extreme hilarity.
A fictitious male stripper troupe (played by a cast of some of Canada’s best improvisational comedians) performs a sexylarious improv comedy show. They try to be sexy… it just comes out funny. Constantly grooving and gyrating in between scenes they banter with the crowd and perform their hilarious twist on improv sketches. They sing, they “dance”, and they are ready to make you laugh. Semi undressed and completely unscripted, The Comic Strippers take off their shirts and take on your suggestions to create a whole new genre of comedy.
 
'BEST LIVE PRODUCTION' Canadian Comedy Award Winner★★★★★ “Extremely Funny!” - UK Fringe Review “The show is suitable for both men and women. An entertaining ride where anything goes.” – Rip It Up Magazine"One of the most hilarious shows I've ever seen." - Vancouver Sun
 
www.thecomicstrippers.com

THE COMIC STRIPPERS (18+ only)

General Admission Group Pricing (6 pax or more)

Year-End Dance Recital
Dancers 5 and under can sit with parents in audience, please call the box office for tickets.

Rosedale Valley School of Dance - Dance The Night Away

Adults (18-65)

Children/Youth (17 and under)

Seniors (65+)

Dancers (5 and under)

Come and watch our incredible dancers shine on stage! 
 


Mini Intensive Group

Little Snappers Combo 2 - Monday (Miss Kelli)
Jr Snappers Combo - Thursday (Miss London)
Little Snappers Combo - Thursday (Miss Kelli)
Little Snappers Combo 2 - Tuesday (Miss Kelli)
Jr Snappers Combo - Wednesday (Miss Emma)


Recital D -  When We Grow Up

Recital D - Row 1 (Blue)

Recital D - Rows 2 & 3 (Red)

Recital D - Rows 4 & 5 (Orange)

Recital D - Early Bird General Admission - Adult (Green)

Recital D - Early Bird General Admission - Child (Green)

The 2024 Canadian College Finals Rodeo returns to Brooks, May 17 - 19, 2024. Top Canadian collegiate rodeo athletes attending post-secondary schools from all over Western Canada will compete for the Canadian Collegiate Championship! Over the three-day event, there will be three separate rodeo performances on Friday Night, Saturday night and Sunday Afternoon where we will be crowing our Champions! If that isn't enough entertainment for you, the ABBI Canada will be coming Saturday afternoon with some of the best up and coming futurity stock.
 
WHAT ARE THE EVENT HOURS?
Performance #1 - 6pm on May 17, 2024. Doors open at 5pm.
Performance #2 - 6pm on May 18, 2024. Doors open at 5pm.
Performance #3 and Award - 12pm on May 19, 2024. Doors open at 11am.
 
WHERE IS THE RODEO? 
Silver Sage Community Corral, Brooks, AB
144059 Silver Sage Rd, Brooks, AB T1R 1B9
 
HOW MUCH ARE TICKETS?
Earlybird ticket pricing until May 16, 2023

Weekend pass for an adult - $65
Single performance for an adult - $25
Weekend pass for ages 12 - 17 - $45
Single performance for ages 12 - 17 - $15
11 and under are free! No tickets are required. 

 
 
 

144059 Silver Sage Rd

2024 Canadian College Finals Rodeo

Canadian Collegiate Rodeo Association

OUTLAW COUNTRY
DAVID JAMES AND BIG RIVER ARE PROUD TO BE BACK TO BRING YOU A NIGHT OF OUTLAW COUNTRY.
FEATURING A TRIBUTE TO THE "MAN IN BLACK" ... JOHNNY CASH.
KICKING OFF THIS AMAZING NIGHT IS NORTH AMERICA'S #1 TRIBUTE TO WAYLON JENNINGS.
2 HUGE COUNTRY ICONS... ONE BIG NITE! JUNE 6TH AT 7:30PM
 
 

Outlaw Country - Tribute to Johnny Cash & Waylon Jennings

Early bird tickets for the 2024 Shady Grove Bluegrass Festival are now available...
We are please to announce the festival will take place July 12 to 14, 2024 at the Sundre Pro Rodeo grounds. Join us for a weekend of great music, camping, jamming and workshops!
The gates will open to campers with weekend passes on Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 6PM sharp.
The gates open at 5PM for evening passes (Friday, Saturday) and at 9AM for day passes (Saturday, Sunday).
Single early bird passes are available for $115, Single day tickets also now available!
More exciting announcements coming soon!

Sundre Rodeo Grounds

2024 Shady Grove Festival

Early Bird Weekend Pass

Camping Pass

Friday Evening

Saturday Evening

Sunday Day Pass

Youth Weekend Pass

Foothills Bluegrass Music Society

Come and watch our incredible dancers shine on stage! 
 

Pre Int/Pre Adv Musical Theatre
Small Tap Group 
Pre Adv Rhythm Tap
Sr Jazz Small Group
Teen Sampler
Jazz Small Group
Adv Hip Hop
Pre Adv Hip Hop
Adv Rhythm Tap
Lyrical Large Group
Teen Hip Hop
Cherry, Peach & Blue Raspberry Intensive Teams


Recital B -  Yes We Can!

Recital B - Row 1 (Blue)

Recital B - Rows 2 & 3 (Red)

Recital B - Rows 4 & 5 (Orange)

Recital B - Early Bird General Admission - Child (Green)

Recital B - Early Bird General Admission - Adult (Green)

SOLD OUT
 
LIVE NATION PRESENTS
TENILLE TOWNES
WITH GUESTS
RED DEER MEMORIAL CENTRE
MONDAY NOVEMBER 18 AT PM
DOORS OPEN AT 7PM
 
VIP package includes:
-! Song Acoustic Performance
-Meet & Greet with Tenille (Photo taken + supplied by the tour)
-Signed limited edition commemorative poster
-Early entry into the venue
 

Tenille Townes

Level 1 Seating

Level 2 Seating

On July 26 & 27, head down to Pollockville, AB for the best bronc riding in North America! 
*Limited tickets available
*Children under 12 get in free
* $40.00 plus service fee until July 1.
*$50.00 from July 1-July 27
- Tradeshow Friday and Saturday
- Free camping, ATM onsite, and Food trucks
Starting Friday, July 26: 
- Bronc Star Tour Finals (Ranch Bronc Riding) 6pm start
- Beer Gardens with live music featuring “Fox and the Hounds”
 
Saturday July 27:
- Hardgrass Bronc Match 7pm start
- All day Beer Gardens with live music featuring “Fox and the Hounds”
 
 
 

Berry Creek Agricultural Society

Hardgrass Bronc Match

Hardgrass Bronc Match 2024

RISE-UP- Dance Magic's Year End Spring Recitals - 36 Years of Magic! 
 
Take 2 - June 1st at 2:30pm 
 
Tickets go on sale March 26 at 9am

Dance Magic's Rise Up Take 2

General Public Assigned Seating

AfroCalgary & All its Local Partners presents Afrofusion (The best open format party!) 
This event is the best blend of Afrobeats and all other genres of the best club hits. From dancehall, hip-hop, Latin, amapianio and TikTok trends. 
We have carefully picked out the DJ's for this event to fit the theme as well and cant wait to present them to you. 
 
Long weekend Sunday!!!!
@ The back Alley Calgary
18+ Event
Doors open at 10pm

The Back Alley

AFRO FUSION

EARLY BIRD

Gen Admission

EARLY BIRD II

THE BLAZE GROUP INC.

TAMASHA CALGARY
CALGARY‼️  We're bringing TAMASHA back to the Back Alley on Friday, May 24 with our residents Shalv and Raytrix from Vancouver 🌊 + Calgary's very own DJ Guri 🪩 Live the TAMASHA Experience featuring a curated AUDIO-VISUAL DJ Set, NEW AND OG BOLLYWOOD BANGERS, Special Performances & surprises all night long 😮‍💨 
Presenting a blend of new and old Bollywood hits, TAMASHA is a party dedicated to curate top-tier Bollywood experiences for the vibrant South Asian community in Canada 🍁18+ with valid ID. Curfew 2AM.🗓️: Friday, May 24🕕: 10PM - 2AM MST📍: The Back Alley🤝: 18+ EventStrictly Bollywood 🪩Music Advisory:Kindly be advised that TAMASHA is a Bollywood gathering, featuring predominantly Bollywood music. Should you anticipate a different musical genre, we recommend managing your expectations accordingly.

4630 Macleod Trail

TAMASHA Calgary

Final Tier

Early Bird

Tier 1

Tier 2

Tier 3

TAMASHA Canada

Reptile Expo hosted by Herptile Rescue and Eduction Foundation. HREF's mission is to promote the welfare and conservation of reptiles and amphibians through education, research and community outreach and involvement. To advance education to ensure a sustainable future for reptiles and amphibians and to foster a culture of responsible ownership and stewardship among our members and general public through presentations, collaboration with libraries and schools and interactive meetings to further understanding and improve care.
 
Event is held at the Genesis Center located in Calgary AB. 7555 Falconridge Blvd NE #10. We love all animals but, please leave your pets at home. Only service animals allowed with proof and ID.
 
This event is put on solely by volunteers. No harassment or abuse of volunteers, the HREF board members or general public will be tolerated. 
 
All children must be escorted and supervised by a parent or adult. 
 
HREF is in no way associated with TARAS. In support of the reptile community and TARAS members with an active membership, HREF will be offering a 50% off admission at the door.

Genesis Centre

HREF Reptile Expo

General Admission - 1 Day

Family Pass - 2 Adults, 2 Kids

Family Pass Add On

One Year Membership - You and 1 Family Member

One Year Membership Add On

Join us at The Dada Ball on May 25, 2024. An avant-garde evening where the art meets the unexpected. Proudly presented by Rogers.
You think you’re going to another gala? Think again. Embark on a unique experience like no other as we celebrate the tenth anniversary of LOOK with The Dada Ball. Born in 2014, LOOK has evolved from a visionary concept into a vibrant reality, supporting Calgary's modern and contemporary art scene. 
Inspired by the Dada art movement, the night will be a mind-stretching pastiche of captivating entertainment, fashion, art experiences and one of the most coveted art auctions in the country. Join us for an unforgettable night where palpable energy and community spirit converge to make a lasting impact on Contemporary Calgary's programs and exhibitions.
The LOOK 2024 theme embodies innovation and creativity, drawing inspiration from both Contemporary Calgary and the Dada art movement. While we embrace the avant-garde, expect the unexpected and prepare to be surprised. Join us for a night of unparalleled creativity, celebration, and support for the thriving art community in Calgary. Welcome to The Dada Ball.
Every gala ticket includes a complimentary 1-year membership to Contemporary Calgary. 
This is an 18+ event.
 
What To Wear? 
We invite guests to channel the avant-garde spirit of Dadaism while embracing formal attire with a playful twist. Think eccentric accessories, mismatched patterns, bold colours, and perhaps even elements of absurdity or surrealism. We encourage you to get creative and experiment, mixing high fashion with unexpected elements to embody the whimsical and rebellious nature of the Dada art movement.
 
 *After Party tickets go on sale May 2, 2024.

Contemporary Calgary Arts Society

LOOK: THE DADA BALL

THE DADA BALL - Holt Renfrew Dinner - Full Table - 10 Seats - DOORS 5:00 PM

THE DADA BALL - Holt Renfrew Dinner - Individual Ticket - DOORS 5:00 PM

THE DADA BALL - Mawer Cabaret Ticket - DOORS 7:00 PM

THE DADA BALL - ARTIST Mawer Cabaret Ticket - DOORS 7:00 PM

THE DADA BALL - After Party - DOORS 10:00 PM

 Club Detour presents FLEET 2: CRUISING, a bold celebration of dance and style, unleashing an  long-weekend dance party at Commonwealth to mark the arrival of spring and Fleet Week.
The theme is Nautical Noir, drawing inspiration from the rugged allure of sailors, the mystery of the deep sea, and the raw energy of the open ocean. Attendees are encouraged to embrace their inner sailors and sea creatures for a night of electric energy.
With two levels and an outdoor patio, FLEET 2 promises an epic adventure!
On the decks upstairs, local house sensation Rolling Dolan will be joined by Fisher Bryce from the west coast. Downstairs, Jack Fowle and Prince Morbucks will be spinning pop, hiphop and R+B beats, accompanied by a special guest go-go dancers to heat up the dance floor.
18+ LGBTQ2S+
** TICKETS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE**
 
In the spirit of reconciliation, we acknowledge that we live, work and play on the traditional territories of the Blackfoot Confederacy (Siksika, Kainai, Piikani), the Tsuut’ina, the Îyâxe Nakoda Nations, the Métis Nation (Region 3), and all people who make their homes in the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta. 

Commonwealth Bar & Stage

FLEET 2 : CRUISING

Early Seagull

General Admission -1

General Admission - 2

General Admission - 3

Detour YYC

Rifle County Players, Wolf Willow, Dever Venoit
Where: Palomino Smokehouse and Social Club 109 7 Avenue S.W Calgaryhttp://thepalomino.ca/18+ with government issued identificationWhen: Sunday May 19th, 2024Doors: 8:00pm / Band 9:00pmAdmission: $15.00 advance at www.showpass.comNO JERK POLICY ALWAYS IN EFFECT!!
Rifle County PlayersAs much a social club as a band, these urban cowboys put on a high energy showcase displaying a clear infatuation for the golden age of country music, and a shared camaraderie between all 7(!) members that makes for a rollicking good time whenever they get on stage. - https://www.cupsncakespod.com/
https://www.instagram.com/the.rifle.county.players
 
Wolf WillowIf Dick Dale had joined Loretta Lynn’s band and made a wall of sound album inside the Grand Ole Opry, it would be a lot easier to explain Wolf Willow’s style. With an angelic voice and a solid foundation of classic country-western aesthetics, Wolf Willow can jump from a ballad to a waltz to a shred-happy surf rock jam with jaw-dropping elegance. - https://m.sledisland.com/2022/wolf-willow
https://www.instagram.com/wolfwillowband
 
Dever VenoitKnown in these parts as Ole Man Kidd, lassos lonesome tunes from the heavens that’ll rattle your spurs and splash cold water on your face.
https://www.instagram.com/olemandenver
 
*This event takes place on the territory of the Blackfoot and the people of Treaty 7 Region in Southern Alberta, which includes the Siksika, the Piikuni, the Kainai, the Tsuu T'ina and the Stoney Nakoda First Nations. Calgary is also home to the Metis Nation of Alberta, Region III.NO JERK POLICY ALWAYS IN EFFECT!! 

The Palomino Smokehouse and Social Club

Rifle County Players, Wolf Willow, Dever Venoit

Mark your calendars for a day (and night!) full of fantastic musical performances by SECOND CHANTS.
📅 Date: May 25, 2024 📍 Location: ATCO Performing Arts Centre (APAC) 
Two shows!Matinee: doors at 2:00 PM, show starts at 2:30Evening: doors at 7:00 PM,show starting at 7:30 PM
Tickets: $20 advance, $27 at the door $10 for children ages 4-12 (advance and at the door)
This event is for YSC members and invited guests only. 

Youth Singers of Calgary

SECOND CHANTS: Year End

Kids (4-12)

Beehive Presents CARTE BLANCHE featuring:
AYYBO (RIZZ / HYNOTIC DATA 2.0 / BASS GLIDE / HYPNOSIS / CALGARY DEBUT)
with support JON DELERIOUS & MATT CAINE
Saturday, May 25th 2024 Sub Rosa - 200 8th Ave SW, Calgary, Canada18+ with valid ID.Doors 9PM. Curfew 2AM
Tickets on sale now: showpass.com/ayybo2024
For table service/VIP inquires please contact: info@beehivepresents.comStay connected with us @beehivepresents
 
Please be aware of ticket scams!
• Only buy tickets online through our website• Do not buy from someone you don't know• Buying resale tickets are at your own risk
 
AYYBO BIO:
In just over a year's time, AYYBO has established a name for himself in the dance music community. The Anaheim-based producer is turning heads with his infectious energy, versatile production, and engaging social presence. AYYBO utilizes his background in cinematography to weave together his music with compelling video content, resulting in a unique experience.
AYYBO has achieved impressive milestones, including the release of his breakout track, "HYPNOSIS." which has accumulated over 10 million streams since its release in July 2022. Kicking off 2023, AYYBO received an official remix from world renowned Pitbull, further solidifying his place in the dance music world.
AYYBO showcases his multifaceted talents by writing his own lyrics and providing vocals on some of his tracks. This versatility, combined with his engaging personality, ensures that AYYBO is here to stay as a fresh and dynamic presence.
 
 
 

Sub Rosa

AYYBO • 05.25.24

TIER 1 GA

TIER 2 GA

TIER 3 GA

BEEHIVE PRESENTS

Sin & Gin is Calgary's best monthly Cabaret show that is filled with Music, Burlesque, Comedy, Cabaret, Drag and so much more!This month's Sin & Gin brings us to back to a blast from the past theme. Get ready as this month we 'Stop, Drop, Rock & Roll!' We are going to bring the fire on the stage and out of our forests! Our stage shares with local artists amateur, intermediate and professional alike! Creating the culture and community, and making our luck happen.This is a perfect evening for your event - Birthdays, Anniversaries, Bachelor/Bachelorettes, the Holidays, and anything that you want to take a break and escape.Sunday May 19th, 2024- Mikey's on 12th - 918 12 Ave SW, Calgary AB- Doors - 7:30pm / Show - 8pmTickets available online-Showpass$20-door (cash only)Stay tuned to the event page as we share with you this month's talent that is going to make you blush & flush with excitement on the Sin & Gin stage!**Things can change...cuz life happens***24hr notice for refunds.

Mikey's on 12th

Sin & Gin Soiree Cabaret - 'Stop, Drop, Rock & Roll!'

Lil' Red Rooster

Get 2 tickets for the price of 1 Deal
The All-New Royal Canadian International Family Circus 2024
This year’s all new Royal Canadian International Circus 2024, under the massive Big Top, is jam-packed with explosive live entertainment featuring spectacular acts, that will mesmerize and astound with generational circus families from all over the world. The spectacular all new show includes Daredevils on the Wheel of Destiny, The Guerrero High Wire, extreme Motorcycle Globe with 4 Riders zooming around a steel cage, the fearless Leo Garcia Human Cannonball, plus Zeman Roller Skating Duo from AGT, mesmerizing Quick Change, the spellbinding “CHU” Acrobatics , beautiful Bollywood Aerialists, Pacusito on a 25’ high Unicycle, Comedy, and much more! See you under the Big Top and be amazed!
 




 
Showcase Spectacle
Experience it all with our 2024 world class experience spectacle that will amaze you and your whole family!
This year's show includes daredevil Joseph Dominik Bauer on the Wheel of Destiny, the Fernandez Riders racing inside the Motorcycle Globe of Death, Leo Garcia the Human Cannonball, plus the astonishing Guerrero’s High Wire Troupe, Zeman Duo Roller Skaters from AGT, Quick Change, Bollywood Aerialists, a Canadian Tribute, Comedic surprises, Acrobatics from Taiwan… and more! We have it all!
Sensational Production
You'll be immersed into the spectacle of the traditional European Big Top of yesteryear, while being engaged by this contemporary show with all the latest lights, sounds, and action that is like none other!
A SPECTAC!® SHOW THAT MARVELS!
Journey into an unforgettable awe-inspiring experience … a new paradigm in family entertainment! The 2024 Royal Canadian International Circus is an explosive, fun and exciting showcase that you won't forget. See you under the Big Top!
*Children 3 and under are free as long as they don’t occupy a seat. Otherwise children are regular price. Strollers are not allowed inside the main tent but can be left in the concession area.

CrossIron Mills

2 for 1 Deal! Royal Canadian International Circus - Calgary

Get 2 for 1 Deal!

Festival Xpress

Dave Merheje is considered to be one of the most original stand-up acts on the comedy scene today. His multiple award-winning act has gained a loyal following across in North America with his “no fear” approach on stage and a comedy style best described as aggressive in-your-face funny. Dave had his first comedy special air in Australia on ABC2, and has made appearances on Comedy Network’s Match Game, was a regular contributor on MTV Live, recurred on CBC’s Mr. D, and he co-stars in the comedy series Ramy on Hulu. He Co-starred alongside Daisy Ridley in the movie Sometimes I Think About Dying which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival on January 19th, 2023. 
Watch a video of Dave here!

The Laugh Shop Calgary

Dave Merheje

Front Row - Reserved Seating

General Admission - Rush Seating

Laugh Pack (COUPON REQUIRED) - Rush Seating

May long weekend! 2 DJs Afrobeats & Dancehall!! Live Music! Live Performances from sensational artists from Afro to Hip Hop to Reggae and Dancehall!! Drink specials all night! Party Until 3 AM!
Tickets can be purchased online or from one of the performing artists for $20 in advance. Tickets at the door $25.
Tantalizing Jamaican food will be available.
Reservations and bottle service is available. Contact Solomon at (587) 707-9105 for further details.

628 8 Avenue Southwest

Dancehall Afro Fusion

IPMG

Wordfest presents bestselling author and economist Jeff Rubin and his new book  A Map of the New Normal: How Inflation, War, and Sanctions Will Change Your World Forever. Tracking trade wars and kinetic wars, central banks and runs on banks, pipelines blown up and start-ups knocked down, Rubin gives us a glimpse of a near future that will look very different from the recent past. It reminds us that our mortgage rates and job security, our grocery bills and investments, are all tied to events set in motion by governments, corporations, and black swans around the world. 
The in-depth conversation, hosted by Shelley Youngblut, Wordfest’s CEO and Creative Ringleader, will include an audience Q & A and book signing. Thank you to Owl’s Nest Books, who will be on site with copies of Rubin's book, as well as his backlist. Ticket holders can also pre-order copies here for pick-up at the event.
We are grateful to Penguin Random House Canada for making it possible for Wordfest to connect you with Jeff Rubin.
About A MAP OF THE NEW NORMAL  
Bestselling author and economist Jeff Rubin looks ahead and warns that the inflation that took the world by surprise in 2021 is in fact the front of a perfect storm of war, supply-chain disruption, geopolitical realignment, domestic upheaval, and energy scarcity that will change everything. 
During the pandemic, the borrowing patterns of the Canadian government inflated a national deficit by a factor of ten in just two years – and the time has come to pay for it. The ramifications of international Covid-19 spending could potentially last for decades, and inevitably one of the first manifestations of these consequences will be that central banks will lose control of interest rates, and therefore of growth and inflation targets. That is just the first symptom of a series of cascading upheavals. Supply-chain disruptions have already shown the vulnerability of the globalist model that has fueled growth for the past decades. War has not only shown the fragility of the status quo but has revealed diplomatic and economic rifts that promise to shift trading patterns, which means access to markets and to resources.
At the same time, the precarity of the U.S. dollar underlines the life-or-death importance of those resources, energy in particular. And consolidation of an Eurasian bloc, from Russia to China, and encompassing old enemies like Iran and former U.S. ally Saudi Arabia, hint that the upheaval of Covid was just the beginning. Tracking trade wars and kinetic wars, central banks and runs on banks, pipelines blown up and start-ups knocked down, A Map of the New Normal gives us a glimpse of a near future that will look very different from the recent past. 
About Jeff Rubin
Jeff Rubin is a Canadian economist and bestselling author. A world-leading expert on trade and energy, and former chief economist and chief strategist at CIBC World Markets, he served as a senior fellow at the Centre for International Governance founded by Jim Balsillie. His first book, Why Your World Is About to Get a Whole Lot Smaller was a #1 bestseller and won the National Business Book Award and was longlisted for the Financial Times and Goldman Sachs Business Book of the Year Award. Since then, he has written multiple bestsellers, including The End of Growth, The Carbon Bubble, and The Expendables. He lives in Toronto.  
About Host Shelley Youngblut
Shelley Youngblut is the CEO & Creative Ringleader of Wordfest. She was the recipient of the 2020 Calgary Award for Community Achievement in the Arts and the 2018 Rozsa Award for Arts Leadership. She also won the 2008 Lifetime Achievement Award at the Western Magazine Awards. Youngblut was the founding editor of Calgary’s award-winning Swerve magazine and has created magazines for ESPN, Seventeen, Cosmopolitan, Nickelodeon, Western Living, and The Globe and Mail. She was also a former pop-culture correspondent for ABC World News Now and Canada AM. Follow her on Facebook @ShelleyYoungblut and Instagram/Threads @youngblutshelley.
Be Curiouser

How Globalization Destroyed the Middle Class. –TVOntario
The Soaring Cost of Oil. –YouTube
Will Covid-19 Kill Globalization? –The Globe and Mail

 


Patricia A. Whelan Performance Hall, Central Library

Wordfest Presents Jeff Rubin

Student

Wordfest

May 23rd, 2024
7:30pm Show at Victor Mitchell Theatre in the Pumphouse Theatre
8:30pm Reception in Joyce Doolittle Theatre in the Pumphouse Theatre
(2140 Pumphouse Ave SW, Calgary, AB)
 Tickets: $25-$85 
(sliding scale)
A special opening performance by Skip Wolfleg
Featuring: Dabketna, Michelle Thrush, Sleman Aldib, Filsan Dualeh, Bassem and Andi, Sepidar Yeganeh-Farid, Kunji Ikeda, and Tiffany Thomas
Also visit our silent auction to bid on incredible items at: www.32auctions.com/AuctionFor5Artists
Poster image created by Alia Alhammoud
Event FAQs:
1) Who are the artists from Gaza?
Shahd Alshamali is a visual artist and writer with a degree in Law and Human Rights. She believes in justice and the power of words and images to bring change, even after losing 25 members of her family in addition to her house and all of her belongings.Ahmed Alshamali, Shahd’s younger brother, formed the band VENT with his friends in order to share their message: "We exist, and we dream." All of their songs were erased when their local recording studio was bombed.Ahmed AbuNada, Shahd’s artistic collaborator, is a classically trained professional painter who has participated in many art exhibits. He narrowly escaped death when his home was bombed and lost his precious paintings in the destruction.Omar Shalayel, a professional digital artist who also collaborates with Shahd. He worked in the visual art field for years, and drew the portraits of all 5 artists for this campaign. Not only did he survive a fierce bombardment on his neighborhood, he is also currently battling cancer.Aya Shalayel, Omar's younger sister, is a talented musician studying at the Edward Said National Conservatory of Music who dreams of performing internationally. She lost her precious piano when her home was destroyed. 
You can check out their gofundme here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/a-lifeline-for-young-artists-in-gaza
Link to Ahmed Abunada's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahmedsabriart/
Link to Shahd Alshmali's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shahdalshamaly/
Link to Omar Shalayel's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/obsidian_art_97/
2) Who is putting on this event?
An ad hoc team of producers, administrators, and artists are organizing this event with support from Bassem Hafez and Sleman Aldib. They are:
Jenna Rodgers: https://ent-nts.ca/en/bio-jenna-rodgershttps://stopasianhate.ca/jenna-rodgers/Kathryn Smith: https://kathrynpsmith.weebly.comElsha Yeyesuwork: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elsha-yes/?originalSubdomain=ca
Bassam Hafez: https://justicefilmfestival.ca/news/an-interview-with-bassem-hafez
Sleman Aldib: https://www.instagram.com/sleman.aldib/?hl=enMark Hopkins: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-hopkins-2757113/?originalSubdomain=ca
Ari Rombough: https://www.instagram.com/arirombough/
3) How is the money being distributed?
This is a very important question and one we take very seriously. Ari is the team member with a personal connection to Shahd, Ahmed, and Omar from Gaza. Currently, Showpass requires that a Canadian bank account is linked to the ticket sales and 32Auctions.com requires a PayPal account that uses the same currency as the auction bids/winners. For this reason, Ari's bank account and PayPal are linked to these websites and they will be wiring money to the artists through Western Union, and will also make the donation to UNRWA. 90% of the proceeds will be wired to the artists and 10% will be donated to UNRWA. Once the donation to UNRWA has been completed, Ari will post the confirmation of donation to their Instagram page and highlight it in their stories as proof of donation. The artists have their own agreement about how to distribute funds among their families. Ari is sharing all financial reports with all team members and some of the Gazan artists will be receiving sales reports directly from Showpass, as well as being co-organizers on 32Auctions.com. 
4) Can you explain more about what exactly “proceeds” means?
All the team members, performers, crew, volunteers, auction items, and even the theatre venue have been donated for this event. While there were some minor overhead costs, a few anonymous donors helped us cover these so all money made from ticket sales and the auction will go directly to our cause. We are extremely grateful to our anonymous donors, performers, volunteers, crew, Pumphouse Theatre, Verb Theatre, and auction donors for making this possible. 
5) Why this GoFundMe? Why UNRWA?
Many people from Gaza have been forced to open crowdfunding campaigns to escape Gaza and/or rebuild their lives after losing everything. While it is impossible to put one campaign ahead of another, our hope is to support these young artists and their families using the skills we have and we invite others to do the same. As artists ourselves, we understand how important it is to pursue one's dream and every person should have the right to dignity, safety, and equitable opportunity. If more small groups can organize themselves to choose a campaign to funnel support into, there is a chance multiple campaigns will reach their goal! Many statistics show that direct cash in hand to people who need it is the best and most effective way to support people in crisis. 
UNRWA (United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East) is funded almost entirely by voluntary contributions from UN Member States. UNRWA also receives some funding from the Regular Budget of the United Nations, which is used mostly for international staffing costs.The Agency’s services encompass education, health care, relief and social services, camp infrastructure and improvement, microfinance and emergency assistance, including in times of armed conflict. Following the 1948 War, UNRWA was established by United Nations General Assembly Resolution 302 (IV) of 8 December 1949 to carry out direct relief and works programmes for Palestine refugees. The Agency began operations on 1 May 1950. In the absence of a solution to the Palestine refugee problem, the General Assembly has repeatedly renewed UNRWA's mandate, most recently extending it until 30 June 2026.
UNRWA is a legitimate UN agency with over 30,000 workers in Gaza and, despite losing 177 employees in the bombardment on Gaza since Oct 8th, 2023, a smear campaign to defund and delegitimize UNRWA has left them in need of donations. While cash in hand to persons in crisis is often the best method for support, UNRWA still serves a critical need to Gazan and Palestinian refugees across the globe. As the five artists and their families are refugees, we felt it was important to highlight UNRWA and to inform people about its purpose to counter the untrue accusations against its employees and services. 
Visit https://www.unrwa.org/ for more information. 

2140 Pumphouse Ave SW

Uprising Through Art!

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