LOOK26 Gala
Off The Path
LOOK26 Gala: Off The Path, presented by MAWER, returns on May 2 for an unforgettable night of revelry. Brought to life by the talented minds of local artist duo DaveandJenn, Off The Path draws on their richly layered practice spanning painting, sculpture and moving image. Their work creates whimsical worlds filled with delight, enchantment and untamed life.
Embrace all things fantastical when you step into the gallery and find yourself transported to an otherworldly forest. Theatrical environments, dynamic lightscapes and layered projections reveal secret clearings and shadowy lairs.
The evening follows LOOK’s signature cadence: the HOLT RENFREW VIP Dinner, a vibrant Cabaret, and the RYAN GREEN After Party. The night features an exquisite dinner by CONCORDE ENTERTAINMENT GROUP, art activations, DJs, live performances, and the LOOK26 Art Auction supported by HEATHER EDWARDS. Tickets are available across all three tiers (18+ only), and each includes a one-year membership to Contemporary Calgary.
Whether you join us for the full night or slip in after dark, LOOK is your opportunity to support Contemporary Calgary and celebrate the magic of art and community.
We can’t wait to see you off the path.
What to Wear: Off The Path
Not sure what to wear for a night of revelry? Check out our Mood Board for a world of style inspiration as you prepare for your journey Off The Path.
Inspired by the whimsical, untamed vision of artist duo DaveandJenn for LOOK26 Gala: Off The Path, presented by MAWER, this guide was developed in collaboration with our VIP Dinner Sponsor and luxury style experts, HOLT RENFREW, to help guests find their LOOK.
Think THEATRICAL. Fantastical. Otherworldly. Dramatic silhouettes, rich textures, and bold patterns—mixing a bit of everything to mirror the magic and embrace the enchantment of the night.
LOOK26 50/50 RAFFLE
Win the Jackpot. Invest in Our City. The LOOK26 50/50 Raffle is officially open! From now until May 7, your participation is an investment in our city's cultural vitality. Every ticket ensures Contemporary Calgary remains a welcoming, collaborative hub for everyone.
Enjoy the thrill of a potential cash prize while providing the vital funds needed to sustain our accessible public programs.
LOOK26 Gala Ticket Tiers
HOLT RENFREW VIP Dinner – Table: $10,000
Step Off The Path and join us for the HOLT RENFREW VIP Dinner, an intimate, four-course culinary experience for ten by CONCORDE ENTERTAINMENT GROUP, featuring a bespoke menu with beverage pairings inspired by the whimsical, layered artistry of DaveandJenn, designed to transport you deeper into the woods.
Ticketholders receive:
Up to $7500 charitable tax receipt*
Access to HOLT RENFREW VIP Dinner, enjoy an exquisite culinary experience by CONCORDE ENTERTAINMENT GROUP
Access to the Cabaret, including world-class performances and entertainment sponsored by COWBOYS MUSIC FESTIVAL
Access to the LOOK26 Live Art Auction, supported by HEATHER EDWARDS (paddle registration required for Live Auction)
Access to the LOOK26 Silent Art Auction, supported by HEATHER EDWARDS
Access to the RYAN GREEN After Party, featuring art activations, DJs and live performances
One-year Contemporary Calgary Membership
*final amount determined post-event based on the value of the experience.
HOLT RENFREW VIP Dinner – Individual: $1,000
Step Off The Path and join us for the HOLT RENFREW VIP Dinner, an intimate, four-course culinary experience for one by CONCORDE ENTERTAINMENT GROUP, featuring a bespoke menu with beverage pairings inspired by the whimsical, layered artistry of DaveandJenn, designed to transport you deeper into the woods.
Ticketholders receive:
Up to $750 charitable tax receipt*
Access to HOLT RENFREW VIP Dinner, enjoy an exquisite culinary experience by CONCORDE ENTERTAINMENT GROUP
Access to the Cabaret, including world-class performances and entertainment sponsored by COWBOYS MUSIC FESTIVAL
Access to the LOOK26 Live Art Auction, supported by HEATHER EDWARDS (paddle registration required for Live Auction)
Access to the LOOK26 Silent Art Auction, supported by HEATHER EDWARDS
Access to the RYAN GREEN After Party, featuring art activations, DJs and live performances
One-year Contemporary Calgary Membership
*final amount determined post-event based on the value of the experience.
Cabaret: $300
Escape into the Cabaret, an otherworldly experience where theatrical environments meet world-class performances and unexpected spectacle. It’s the heart of the night, vibrant, whimsical, and untamed.
Ticketholders receive:
Up to $150 charitable tax receipt*
Access to the Cabaret, including exclusive performances, entertainment sponsored by COWBOYS MUSICAL FESTIVAL, two drink tickets, and hors d’oeuvres, by CONCORDE ENTERTAINMENT GROUP
Access to the LOOK26 Live Art Auction, supported by HEATHER EDWARDS (paddle registration required for Live Auction)
Access to the LOOK26 Silent Art Auction, supported by HEATHER EDWARDS
Access to the RYAN GREEN After Party, featuring art activations, DJs and live performances
One-year Contemporary Calgary Membership
If you are a professional artist in the community and would like to receive a discount code for 50% off your Cabaret ticket, please email donations@contemporarycalgary.com. Note: discounted tickets are not eligible for a tax receipt.
*final amount determined post-event based on the value of the experience.
RYAN GREEN After Party: $40
As the evening evolves, the energy shifts. The RYAN GREEN After Party is your invitation to slip into the woods after dark for a late-night celebration. Get lost in the gallery’s untamed lightscapes, art activations, and a dance floor driven by live DJs and performances.
Ticketholders receive:
Access to the RYAN GREEN After Party, featuring art activations and entertainment sponsored by COWBOYS MUSIC FESTIVAL
Access to the LOOK26 Silent Art Auction, supported by HEATHER EDWARDS
One-year Contemporary Calgary Membership
Honorary Chairs
Bruce Kuwabara, OC
Linda and Mike Shaikh, CM
Peter Tertzakian
LOOK26 Gala Curators
DaveandJenn
Art Auction Curators
Mona Filip
Muriel N. Kahwagi
Auctioneer
Stephen Ranger
Auction Contributors
Morris and Ann Dancyger
Cheryl Gottselig and Yves Trépanier
Dr. John Lacey, CM
Jenna and Chad Larson
The Kenneth Lochhead Estate
Tiller Wolf Art Consulting
Bruce and Cathy Williams
Private collections
Artists
Susanne Aaltonen, Jen Aitken, René Pierre Alain, Sara Angelucci, Chrissy Angliker, Eric Atkinson, Dick Averns, John Barkley, Alana Bartol, Maxwell Bates, Michael Batty, Nancy Boyd, Kevin Boyle, Billie Rae Busby, Nathan Eugene Carson, Michael Coyne, Chris Cran, Curtis Cutshaw, DaveandJenn, Robbin Deyo, Mark Dicey, Amy Dryer, Megan Dyck, Marcel Dzama, John K. Esler, Erica Eyres, Rhys Douglas Farrell, L.L. (Lionel LeMoine) FitzGerald, Chris Flodberg, Jonathan Forrest, Yechel Gagnon, JoAnn Godenir, Ted Godwin, John Adams Griefen, Angela Grossmann, Julya Hajnoczky, Maggie Hall, Marcia Harris, Faye HeavyShield, Fred Herzog, David Hoffos, Jennifer Hornyak, Geoffrey Hunter, Sharie Hunter, M.N. Hutchinson, Joshua Jensen-Nagle, Kablusiak, Illingworth Kerr, Neshka Krusche, Bryce Krynski, Anda Kubis, Paul Kuhn, Marie Lannoo, Kenneth Lochhead, James Lumsden, Rachel MacFarlane, Andy Mamgark, Robert Marchessault, Caroline Monnet, Mark Mullin, Jennifer Murphy, Erik Olson, Pascale Ouellet, Stu Oxley, Ed Pien, Paola Pivi, Nelly-Eve Rajotte, Sabrina Ratté, Anthony Redpath, Nick Rooney, John F. Ross, Marigold Santos, Michael Smith, Cassie Suche, Han Sungpil, Erdem Taşdelen, Peter Tertzakian, Corri-Lynn Tetz, David Thauberger, Louis Trautman, Winnie Truong, Carol Wainio, John Will, Mary Shannon Will, and Tiffany Wollman
