SAVE-THE-DATE: The Spirit of Drag and Burlesque: A Mînî Thnî Two Spirit Pride Fundraiser
TICKETS ON SALE SOON.
Presented by BLAKE Brewhouse and Distillery and Canmore Pride Society
All proceeds from ticket sales will support Mînî Thnî Two Spirit Pride.
Thursday, June 5th, 2025
Doors: 7:30 PM, Show: 8:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Location: BLAKE Brewhouse and Distillery (Canmore)
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Join us for an unforgettable evening of glamour, artistry, and celebration at The Spirit of Drag and Burlesque: A Mînî Thnî Two Spirit Pride Fundraiser. This special event brings together a dazzling lineup of Two-Spirit performers and allied artists in support of the growing Two Spirit Pride community in Mînî Thnî.
With powerful performances that honor queer and Indigenous joy, this show is more than entertainment—it’s a chance to directly support and uplift Two-Spirit voices. All proceeds from the event will go toward helping fund the next Mînî Thnî Two Spirit Pride celebration (tentatively scheduled for August 2025).
Hosted by Argintina Hailey and PrairiCherri, the night will feature unforgettable acts by:
Lola ChokeCherry
Angelina Starchild
Simon Sir-Real
Mavis Vontrêse
Dayna Hart
Argintina Hailey
PrairiCherri
Expect a night of bold expression, fierce talent, and community care. Whether you're a drag fan, a newcomer to burlesque, or someone who believes in the power of uplifting Indigenous and 2SLGBTQIA+ voices—this evening is for you.
Food and drinks available for purchase at BLAKE on the evening-of. Please note, a full food menu will be served until 8:30 PM, and a reduced food menu will be available until the kitchen closes (~9:30 PM). Drinks will be available until the end of the event. There will be alcoholic and non-alcoholic options.
To view the BLAKE’s menu, visit their website: https://www.blakecanmore.com/
(note: menu is subject to change)
This event is 18+ and will include adult themes.
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Accessibility: This venue is wheelchair accessible, although the venue may be crowded with performers, servers, and guests roaming around the floor. Performers will be on a raised stage. Please note, there will be flashing lights and loud music throughout the show.
The doors into the venue space and the washrooms are manual doors. There will be a Canmore Pride volunteer at the front door until the start of the performance (8 PM) and can assist with opening the venue doors.
Washrooms: All washrooms at this venue are gender-neutral and are individual private washrooms. They are located to the right of the main stage, down the hall.
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Parking:
There are a limited number of parking spots in the BLAKE’s parking lot. However, there is plenty of street parking available nearby. Parking is free.
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Tickets: On sale soon — please check back for ticket link.
Tables of 2, 5, and 6 are available. There is also general admission seating.
Tickets will sell out fast. Ticket costs are $30 per person + processing fees.
There will be a very limited amount of general admission seating available at the door on the night of. We will not be opening doors until 7:30 PM.
Proceeds from ticket sales will go toward supporting Mînî Thnî Two Spirit Pride, with funds contributed after covering pre-determined event-related expenses.
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Questions/Accommodations: If you have any questions or if there are ways that we can provide support for better accessibility, please email us at community@canmorepride.ca a minimum of 48 hours before the event.