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containR Art Park call for Artist Submissions

Rent or be presented at containR this summer, 2025

containR art park is back!

And we’re open for creative placemaking…

Do YOU have an idea for community activation brewing on the edges of your imagination? Bring it to life at containR - the perfect vessel for summer events and outdoor arts and culture happenings.

APPLY NOW through the form on our website to rent or be presented at containR for your event in July and August (limited availability - get your request in asap!)

More rental information:

containR is an art park structured with upcycled shipping containers. The space can be adapted to any style of outdoor event, from pop-ups to markets to program series, hosting anywhere from 30 - 700 people! As building blocks for your perfect event, we offer the use of a stage (24’ x 18’) , tables, chairs, tents, bar, porta potties, movie screen, optional tech/sound equipment, ticketing options, on-site power and wifi, event support personnel, even dog bowls, umbrellas and bug spray to take care of all your community needs.

Need ideas?

In the past containR has hosted concerts, markets, album release parties, drag shows, puppetry, open mic nights, theatre, kids events, block parties, sing alongs, poetry readings, art shows, circus shows, jams and more… what will you come up with?!

Please note: Subsidies are available for not-for-profit events based on need and service to the community. Send in your request for more details.

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containR Art Park call for Artist Submissions

Rent or be presented at containR this summer, 2025

containR art park is back!

And we’re open for creative placemaking…

Do YOU have an idea for community activation brewing on the edges of your imagination? Bring it to life at containR - the perfect vessel for summer events and outdoor arts and culture happenings.

APPLY NOW through the form on our website to rent or be presented at containR for your event in July and August (limited availability - get your request in asap!)

 

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Sage Theatre is excited for you to apply to the IGNITE! Festival!

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Register here: https://accessarts.ca/whats-on/say-it-like-you-mean-it/