Westben Celebrates 25 Years with Exciting Summer Events

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Westben is thrilled to celebrate its 25th anniversary in 2024 with a series of spectacular events that honor its rich history of music, community, and nature. From June through August, Westben will host a variety of performances and experiences, marking a quarter-century of artistic excellence.

The Selfish Giant (June 14-23):

Kicking off the summer festivities, Westben presents “The Selfish Giant,” a large-scale original musical written by Brian Finley and Ken Tizzard, based on Oscar Wilde’s short story. This fully staged family-friendly musical stars Robert Longo, Gabrielle Prata, Donna Bennett, and the Westben choruses. The show celebrates the beauty, diversity, and stewardship of nature, emphasizing the importance of preserving it for future generations.

25th Anniversary Celebration (June 30):

Join us for a special celebration as Westben marks 25 seasons of music in nature. The event features a stellar lineup of favourite artists. The celebration combines a garden party and concert, filled with joy and community spirit. Enjoy free bubbly and strawberries on the meadow after the concert. Tickets are $25.

Summer Concerts & Experiences (July 4 – August 4):

The summer continues with 26 concerts at The Barn, Willow Hill, and Campfire. Highlights include Film Nights, Barnful of Broadway, and performances by Jeremy Dutcher, Holly Cole, Steven Page (Barenaked Ladies), Gerald Finley, Angela Hewitt, Colin Mochrie & Deb McGrath, New Zealand String Quartet, Sarah Slean, Big Smoke Brass, Andy Forgie, Kevin Drew (Broken Social Scene), Jackie Richardson, Joe Sealy, and more. Experience the Sounds of Nature with a guided musical nature walk, now featuring Forest Bathing. Tickets range from $35 to $110, with special pricing for youth and young adults. Additional events include pre-concert chats, Dare to Pair culinary events, BBQs, and tea parties.

Celebrate with us as we honour the past, cherish the present, and look forward to the future. For more details and tickets, visit www.westben.ca

6698 County Rd 30, Campbellford, ON K0L 1L0

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