Partner Events
Partner events are epic experiences curated by local businesses to amp up your CONVERGENCE Music & Art Festival experience. Some are free, and others come with a small price tag, but all of them are guaranteed to keep the party going. Dive into the lineup below and make your festival experience unforgettable!
Kick off a weekend of music, art, and culture at the Robert McLaughlin Gallery (RMG) on Friday, September 20, from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Convergence Kick-off Party. This free community event launches the Convergence Music and Art Festival with an exciting performance by Joel Anderson, captivating audiences with his soulful melodies.
As you enjoy the music, explore the gallery’s current exhibitions and immerse yourself in the dynamic world of contemporary art. This is your chance to experience a vibrant evening celebrating creativity and community spirit, setting the stage for an inspiring festival weekend. This is a FREE community event.
CONVERGENCE Kick-Off Party
When? Friday, September 20, 7 PM
Where? Robert McLaughlin Gallery
Cost? FREE
Epic Bingo
When? Friday, September 20, 7 PM
Where? The Biltmore Theatre
Cost? Starting at $34 per person
Epic Bingo is a unique fusion of traditional bingo, dance-offs, special epic games, musical interludes, audience participation, and an abundance of captivating moments.
Prepare to unleash your prowess and seize your moment of GLORY in our electrifying Bingo showdown! Engage in our EPIC special games, where skill reigns supreme. From adrenaline-fueled Musical Chairs to exhilarating dance-offs, each contest promises heart-pounding action and the chance to claim ultimate BRAGGING rights.
SUPPORTING Golf Canada Foundation, whose mission is to inspire young players to build strong core values and character while living a healthy lifestyle.
This is a 19+ event.
Early bird tickets are available until August 20, 2024
Don't Tell Sarah, Cadillac Blood, The Ceremony and 7 Day Riot
When? Friday, September 20, 9 PM
Where? The Atria
Join The Atria Bar & Grill for a powerhouse night of metal featuring Don't Tell Sarah, Cadillac Blood, The Ceremony, and day Riot. Expect crushing riffs, intense energy, and a killer atmosphere.
Professors of Funk
When? Saturday, September 21, 9 PM
Where? The Biltmore Theatre
Cost? FREE
Professors of Funk, a dynamic 9-piece band, brings you the best funk jams from the 60s and 70s and beyond. Join the festivities at Oshawa's annual Convergence Festival, where Professors of Funk will perform two electrifying sets following the main stage performances. Don’t miss this chance to groove to some timeless tunes! This is a 19+ event.
Nerima, The Commune and Joan Smith & the Jane Does
When? Saturday, September 21, 9 PM
Where? The Atria Bar & Grill
Cost? $20 at the door
Experience the raw and edgy vibes at the Atria Bar and Grill, renowned for its hardcore and alternative sounds. Keep the party going as 2023 Convergence artists NERIMA, The Commune, and Joan Smith and the Jane Does take the stage. Tickets are available in advance or $20 at the door.
BondSt Events Centre Parking Lot Party
When? Saturday, September 21, 12 PM to 6 PM
Where? BondSt Event Centre
Come out for one last summer patio celebration! BOND|ST Event Centre has food, drinks, live music, games and more - and its all in the parking lot at 44 Bond St. East.