Summer Opening Night Party (2024)

Part of Softer City
Photo courtesy of Jess Baumung

A fabulous party to kick-off summer in the city! We mixed, mingled, and danced under the Gardiner as The Bentway’s new public art exhibition Softer City officially opened. The evening culminated with a massive collective performance led by local queer line dancing icons, SPURS.

What to expect:

  • A lively, celebratory party with food trucks and bar service – surrounded by artwork premiering as part of a new outdoor exhibition, Softer City. 
  • The Bentway is wheelchair accessible.  
  • The party will happen rain or shine! 
  • Universal and All-Gender Washrooms available on site.  
  • The event is all-ages; photo ID is required to purchase alcohol.

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