A community-powered music venue is rising in downtown Penticton
What's Happening
The Dream Society has taken over the space once home to the beloved Dream Cafe at 67 Front Street in downtown Penticton.
We're in the midst of a major renovation to transform this space into an intimate, sustainable, community-powered venue for live music and the arts.
When we open our doors, we'll bring the very best Canadian and international artists to the South Okanagan, while also nurturing local talent and building community through music.
Help Us Build The Dream
We're a non-profit society run entirely by volunteers. Your support makes this possible.
Donate
Your donation directly funds our renovation and helps us open our doors. Every dollar counts.
Donate NowDonate & Join
Donors receive memberships with priority tickets and a voice in shaping our future.
See TiersVolunteer
From construction to concerts, there's a role for everyone. Earn credits toward memberships and tickets.
Get InvolvedWhy It Will Work This Time
The Dream Cafe struggled to make ends meet. We're doing things differently.
Non-Profit Structure
The Dream Society is a non-profit society registered in the province of British Columbia. It has applied to CRA to be a registered charity.
Volunteer-Powered
From the door greeters to the board chair, almost everyone contributes their time freely. This dramatically reduces operating costs while building genuine community ownership.
Donor-Supported
Our donors become members who fund and guide The Dream Society, ensuring we always operate with the community's interests at heart. This model has worked for Edmonton's Yardbird Suite since 1957.
Why You'll Want to Volunteer
Every time you volunteer, you earn credits that open doors:
- Membership upgrades - Volunteer credits can help you earn a Gold membership
- Priority access - Move up waitlists for sold-out shows
- Special events - Volunteer appreciation nights and members-only performances
- Preferred shifts - Choose volunteer slots for your favorite artists
Support The Dream
Your donation keeps live music alive in the South Okanagan
Every donor receives a membership with benefits based on their contribution level. Choose the tier that's right for you:
Gold
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- No fee ticket refunds
** - Last-minute discounts on one ticket/show
- Pre-sales: 1 ticket one week before public
- Members-only event access
- Waitlist priority for Platinum memberships
Platinum
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- All Gold membership benefits PLUS...
- $500 charitable receipt
* - Last-minute discounts on two tickets/show
- Pre-sales: 2 tickets two weeks before public
- Waitlist priority for Diamond memberships
Diamond
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- All Platinum membership benefits PLUS...
- $1,000 charitable receipt
* - Last-minute discounts on four tickets/show
- Pre-sales: 4 tickets three weeks before public
- VIP seating when available
Memberships are annual, with the start date being on or shortly after the first performance at The Dream.
Limited Time Offer
To raise the money needed for the major renovations that are underway, we are offering lifetime Platinum and Diamond memberships for $5,000 and $10,000, respectively. This is a one-time offer. Once the venue is operational, lifetime memberships will no longer be available. And keep in mind that, if they sell out, annual Diamond and Platinum memberships will no longer be available.
Lifetime Platinum
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- All Platinum membership benefits PLUS...
- $5,000 charitable receipt
* - Eligible for two tickets to annual Founders Appreciation Night
Lifetime Diamond
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- All Diamond membership benefits PLUS...
- $10,000 charitable receipt
* - Eligible for four tickets to annual Founders Appreciation Night
Prefer a one-time gift without membership? Make a donation of any amount
Every Dollar Helps Build The Dream
Your donation goes directly toward creating a sustainable home for live music in Penticton.
Make a DonationThe Venue
67 Front Street
Penticton, BC V2A 1H2
Currently under renovation. Opening date to be announced.
Get In Touch
Questions about the renovation, memberships, or how you can help?
Email: info@dreamsociety.ca
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