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STAND Festival 2025 Opening Gala

Date & Time: Friday, October 3, 2025 | 7:00 – 9:00 PM
Location: Presentation House Theatre

Celebrate the launch of STAND Festival 2025 in style! Join us for an unforgettable evening that brings together art, community, and culture under one roof. The Opening Gala is more than just a party; it’s the kick-off to ten days of performances, conversations, and experiences that spotlight immigrant and refugee voices in the arts.

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What to Expect

  • 🎭 Festival Introduction – Be the first to hear about the artists and programs featured in STAND 2025.

  • 🎶 Live Music & Dance – Experience vibrant performances that set the stage for the festival.

  • 🎟️ Raffle Prize – Try your luck and win exciting rewards.

  • 🍴 Complimentary Middle Eastern Food – Savour authentic dishes that celebrate cultural richness.

  • 🍹 Drink Coupon Included – Enjoy a complimentary drink on us.

  • Silent & Live Auctions – Bid on unique items and experiences while supporting the festival. Immigrant artists can submit their artworks for the live auction 

Why Attend?

The Opening Gala is a chance to connect with fellow art lovers, meet the creators behind the festival, and contribute to the growth of a platform that empowers immigrant and refugee artists. Your participation helps sustain the festival and ensures these important stories reach wider audiences.

In the spirit of storytelling, we pause to honour this land's ancient and contemporary narratives. We stand upon the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.

Just as we celebrate the diverse voices of immigrant and refugee artists, we recognize the First Peoples who have woven this place's first and enduring tales. Their stories are a testament to resilience, creativity, and the power of community. As we come together from many corners of the world, may we always remember, respect, and learn from this land's stories.

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