WestCoast Big Band Festival Saturday Night Groove

Let's get our groove on with funky tunes and two big bands! Both the Vancouver Groove Orchestra and Queer as Funk will be performing as the WestCoast Big Band Festival's Saturday night headliners.

The Croatian Cultural Centre will have a cash bar for the ticketed evening events.

You're also invited to enjoy a delicious 3-course meal, an option available in the ticket packages. See the FAQ below for details.

Dance only: $20 Advance / $25 at the door

Dance + Dinner: $66 (Advance only, must be purchased by November 1st)

About Vancouver Groove Orchestra

The Vancouver Groove Orchestra is an exciting showband comprised of an expanding pool of remarkable musicians, including several who lead their own musical groups in Vancouver and surrounding areas. Whether sitting in for a short time or with us from the beginning of the band’s story, each VGO member has supported the band’s mandate to make great music and give back to the community.

About Queer as Funk

It started, like most good ideas, over beer and song. A few short years later, Queer as Funk is renowned for its tight rhythm section, hot horns, and killer vocals, bringing together the city’s best musicians in an explosive, high-energy dance band. There's nothing this tight-knit band loves more than performing together, and that love is palpable to audiences everywhere.

"There's nowt so queer as folk", or so the old English adage goes. Queer As Funk believes in celebrating differences, and what better way than with a big ol' dance party?

FAQs

Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?

No, all ages are invited!

What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?

Parking is free in the Croatian Centre's parking lot, and it's ideally located near the Commercial-Broadway Sky Train Station.

What are the menu options for the dinner package?

Each dinner package includes one item from each of the following categories. All meals are gluten free. Dinner tickets are only available in advance and must be purchased by November 1st. You must make your menu choices when you purchase your dinner package ticket.

SALADS

• Gourmet Green Salad – A blend of baby lettuce in an oil vinaigrette dressing
• Classic Caesar Salad – Romaine lettuce in a house dressing topped with croutons and parmesan cheese
• Caprese Salad – Tomatoes, mozzarella & basil

MAIN COURSE

• New York Steak - This 8oz cut has a full bodied texture & is expertly seasoned & seared
• Breaded Chicken with a Mushroom Cream Sauce - Crispy & tender 6oz breast with a side of our home-made mushroom cream sauce
• Salmon Filet - Deliciously baked west coast salmon. The perfect balance of the natural salmon flavours and in our garlic, lemon & butter wine sauce
• Eggplant Parmigiana - Layered eggplant, tomatoes, mozzarella & parmigiano reggiano cheese baked to perfection

DESSERTS

• Seasonal Fresh Fruit Platter
• Homemade Strudel (Apple, Cheese, Mixed Berries or Cherry)
• Chocolate Mousse with Chef's homemade berry syrup

Is there a bar?

Yes! The Croatian Cultural Centre will have a cash bar for the ticketed evening events.

Why am I asked for a name and email address for each ticket on my order? Does this information have to be different for each ticket?

Eventbrite requires that this information be captured for each ticket on an order. However, the information does not have to be unique for each ticket, and you have the option of copying the information from one of the other tickets when you fill in the form. A confirmation email will be sent to the email address for each ticket.

Can I change my dinner choices after completing my ticket order?

Yes. You can edit and update your order information. You can also contact the festival organizers if you need help with any aspect of your order. Please note that any changes must be made by November 1st.

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