MOONLIGHT PICNIC
Friday, September 6, 2024 | 6:00 - 10:00 PM
You are invited to spend an enchanting evening on the banks of the Niagara River while enjoying a Moonlight Picnic.
Gather your friends! Watch the moon rise and the stars come out to play.
Bring a picnic dinner, dishes, tablecloth, cutlery, table settings, napkins, glassware and table decor. We will provide you with a table to seat up to 6. Attire is casual and in keeping with the theme of the event!
Cost: $200 for a table for 6
Theme: Rockin' and Rollin' by the River
This year's Moonlight Picnic theme is "Rockin' and Rollin' by the River!" We invite all attendees to let their imagination run wild as they deck out their tables with decorations that perfectly capture the vibe and dress in thematic attire to match the groove.
A panel of judges will handpick the most creative group, awarding them a fantastic gift pack as a token of appreciation for their ingenuity.
Dance the night away with the award-winning, Niagara Rhythm Section. Their repertory of blues, R&B, country, folk, pop, jazz will light up the dance floor!
Thank you to our band sponsor, Elgin Falls Retirement Community & Seniors Apartments
Get ready to party for a great cause!
Moonlight Picnic also features a silent auction. Get ready to place your bids on an array of extraordinary items, generously contributed by our wonderful community of businesses and individuals! Proceeds of this fundraiser support programs that make Art Accessible to All.
Golden Age Conversation (48x60"), the stunning piece by celebrated artist, Ronald Boaks, will be one of the premier items up for auction at the Moonlight Picnic. This captivating artwork will be on display for in-person viewing starting August 5th.
This artwork, with its harmonious brushstrokes and soft ochre background, embodies both Romantic and Modernist elements. The graceful forms of female torsos and floating lily pads evoke a timeless beauty, while the ladder symbolizes our aspirations toward greater love, understanding, and spirituality. This masterpiece invites each viewer to breathe, enjoy, and interpret its profound message in their own unique way.
Wine, Beer & Cider
A selection of red, white and rosé wines by Château des Charmes are available during the event. White & rosé will be chilled.
Wine Selection
(click on wine name below to view tasting notes)
• Sauvignon Blanc : $25.00
• Chardonnay St David Bench Vineyard VQA : $35.00
• Rosé, Cuvée d'Andrée : $30.00
• Pinot Noir, Cuvée Michèle : $25.00
Beer & Cider sold on-site at $8.00 per can
All alcoholic beverages must be pre-purchased from selection above or at the event. Proceeds of the sale from alcholic beverages support Niagara Pumphouse Arts Centre.
No outside alcohol will be allowed and this will be strictly enforced. Any violation may result to serious consequences including suspension and revocation of our liquor license.
PLEASE NOTE:
• Tables sold on a first-come, first-serve (paid) basis.
• Tables will be in place and labelled with the name of the person who made the reservations.
• Table sits up to 6 people.
• Additional chairs may be purchased by contacting office@niagarapumphouse.ca.
• No outside alcohol allowed and this will be strictly enforced.
• No outside tables and chairs are allowed
• For the comfort of all our guests, no cooking on site, BBQs or smoking (except on the designated smoking area).
• Rain or shine.
• Prepare to arrive no earlier than 5:00 pm.
• Parking is available but limited. We recommend carpooling or using a taxi service.
• Please take a few minutes to read our Visitor Guidelines.
Event Partners
IMPORTANT UPDATE
Moonlight Picnic: September 6, 2024
The weather might not be on our side, but the celebration goes on - because Rock & Roll will never die!
If you're up for a little adventure, we'd love for you to join us indoors for a night of Rockin' & Rollin' by the River, all in support of the Niagara Pumphouse Arts Centre's programs and operations.
The band is set to play your all-time favourites from 6:00 - 10:00 p.m., and we'll have wine by the glass, plus beer and cider available for purchase. Complimentary charcuterie will be served. Pop in to mingle with friends and dance!
Just a heads up — plan a backup location for your picnic dinner if the weather doesn't improve.
Your pre-ordered wine will be ready for pickup anytime between 5:00 - 9:30 p.m., and don't forget to check out our silent auction with some fantastic items up for grabs!
This is an important fundraiser for our programs that deliver ART for ALL. We're thrilled to celebrate with anyone who braves the weather—rain or shine. Your support means the world to us, and as always, we thank you for being part of the Niagara Pumphouse Arts Centre community!