THE SECOND ANNUAL BIG FUN CHINESE NEW YEAR FUNDRAISER IS COMING UP!
FEBRUARY 21, 2025!
As we enter 2025, we’re excited to share plans for our upcoming Big Fun Chinese New Year Fundraiser! The Lunar New Year begins on January 29th, and marks the start of the Year of the Snake. Chinese New Year is a 15-day celebration based on the traditional Chinese lunisolar calendar, which follows the moon’s phases and the Earth’s orbit around the sun. To honour this special time, the Kiyooka Ohe Arts Centre, in partnership with Friends of Chinatown, is hosting our Second Annual Big Fun Chinese New Year Fundraiser on February 21, 2025!
Join us for a night of fun in Chinatown at our fundraiser for the arts! Chinese New Year is one of the most important holidays in Chinese culture and we want to share the tradition and festivities with you!
Indulge in a wide array of mouthwatering Chinese dishes while giving back to the arts sector in Calgary. Your ticket price includes a 10-course Chinese meal, followed by Chinese entertainment with the proceeds raised from this event going to the Kiyooka Ohe Arts Centre and Sculpture park in Calgary, Alberta.
Come together with friends, colleagues, clients and family to support a great cause while savouring the flavours of authentic Chinese cuisine. Please consider being a sponsor for this event with the opportunity to team-build with your colleagues and staff while being able to learn about Chinese culture as well as support the Kiyooka Ohe Arts Centre in our mission to continue the legacy of Harry Kiyooka and Katie Ohe by providing access to contemporary art in nature, artist residencies, environmental conservation and education for all.
Note that seating is done in traditional Chinese banquet style in round tables of 10. Dishes are served family style. The menu contains veggies, meat, dairy and gluten. Wear an auspicious colour like Red or Gold to ring in the new year!
For more information, or to purchase your tickets, click here!
Interested in being a sponsor for this event?
If you are interested in being a sponsor for this event, please reach out to community@koartscentre.org for a sponsorship package. Your sponsorship for this event directly impacts the long-term sustainability of KOAC, ensuring access to contemporary art in nature for generations to come. We offer various benefits to our Bronze, Silver and Gold Sponsors for this event to show our appreciation for your support.
Some of the community benefits of becoming a title sponsor include:
Nurturing Creativity and Innovation: Arts institutions provide a nurturing environment for artists to explore their creativity, pushing the boundaries of traditional art forms. By supporting us, you contribute to the development and advancement of artistic expression, fostering a culture of innovation and creativity.
Environmental Conservation: Supporting a nature reserve preserves biodiversity, protects habitats, mitigates climate change, and provides essential ecosystem services. It allows future generations to experience and appreciate the wonders of nature while promoting sustainability and a healthier planet.
Education and Learning: We offer educational programs, workshops, and exhibitions that enrich the learning experience for people of all ages. We provide opportunities for individuals to engage with various art forms, broaden their perspectives, and develop critical thinking skills.
