Friday, September 25, 2026
After the enthusiasm shown during (and after) the 80th Anniversary Celebration at the Barn last September, we have established a NEW annual tradition.
Join us for Rockway’s BIG Night Out Dinner & Dance, hosted this year at Tapestry Hall in Cambridge, Ontario.
Rockway students and families, alumni and friends are encouraged to come out to support Rockway while enjoying a delicious dinner, dancing to the sounds of Better Than Nothing and celebrating the start of another school year.
EVENT DETAILS
Friday, September 25
- 6:00 pm Cocktails
- 7:00 pm Dinner
- 8:30 pm Dance, featuring Better Than Nothing
BIG Night Out MENU
You can let us know of any additional dietary needs when we confirm your entree selection in August.
STARTER
Artisanal Dinner Rolls & Whipped Butter
Tapestry Salad (GF,PB)
Tender & Hearty Mixed lettuces, Heirloom Carrots, Pickled Shallots,
Puffed White Rice, White Miso Vinaigrette
CHOICE OF ENTRÉE
Spiced Chicken Breast (GF, DF)
Cumin & Coriander Dry Cure, Heirloom Carrots, Confit Fingerling Potatoes, Rich Chicken Jus
Braised Beef Short Rib (GF)
Local Pasture Raised, Roasted Carrots & Broccolini, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Braise Reduction
Roasted Cauliflower Steak (GF, PB)
Spice Crusted, Wild Rice Pilaf, Herbed Chimichurri, Snap Pea & Pickled Onion Salad
DESSERT
Day & Night Chocolate Bomb (GF)
Dark Chocolate Ganache, Cocoa Dust, White Chocolate Anglaise
Regular Coffee
Decaf Coffee
Tea
TICKETS
For the cost of your Single Ticket, you receive:
- 1 drink during cocktail hour
- plated 3-course dinner (see menu above)
- live entertainment
NOTE: Cash bar is available.
For information about PRICE and SPONSORSHIP opportunities, please select one of the following drop-down menus:
EARLY BIRD Ticket Price (noon April 24 - noon June 15)
Single Ticket
Seating for single tickets is general admission. If you want to guarantee sitting with friends, consider the Table of 8 option.
- Adult (aged 25+) $100
- Student (up to aged 24) $65
- not eligible for a tax receipt
Build a Table of 8
This guarantees you and your guests will sit at the same table.
- order 8 tickets (can be a combination of adult and student) then select your FREE table of 8
- no tax receipt
- one person signs up for all
Sponsorship Opportunity: If your business is interested in sponsoring a table, please click the Sponsorship Opportunities tab to learn more.
REGULAR Ticket Price (noon June 15 - noon September 4)
Single Ticket
Seating for single tickets is general admission. Arrive together to guarantee sitting together.
- Adult (aged 25+) $125
- $25 tax receipt will be issued
- Student (up to aged 24) $90
- $25 tax receipt will be issued
Table of 8
This guarantees you and your guests will sit at the same table.
- $800 per table
- no tax receipt
- one person signs up for all
Sponsorship Opportunity: If your business is interested in sponsoring a table, please click the Sponsorship Opportunities tab to learn more.
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES - Ticketed Tables (noon April 24 - noon September 4)
For those interested in supporting Rockway’s BIG Night Out while shining the spot light on your business, we have several options.
Presenting Sponsor: $10,000
Includes all Entertainment Sponsor benefits plus:
- TWO Sponsored Tables of 8
- Your entire party will arrive in style with your own private Limo Bus
- Exclusive recognition as a Title Sponsor
- Opportunity to address guests briefly
- Premium branding placed throughout event
- Logo on step-and-repeat photo backdrop
- Custom promotional opportunities
- VIP recognition during the evening
Entertainment Sponsor: $5,000
Includes all Community Sponsor benefits plus:
- Sponsored Table of 8
- Premium logo placement
- Half-page advertisement in event program
- Featured recognition during event
- Logo displayed prominently on screen
- Recognition in newsletter
Community Sponsor: $2,500
Includes all Table Sponsor benefits plus:
- Sponsored Table of 8
- Logo on event webpage
- Social media recognition (1–2 posts)
Table Sponsor: $1,000
- Sponsored table for 8 guests
- Recognition on event signage
- Verbal recognition during event
If you wish to discuss your sponsorship, please email Chris Ainsworth, Director of Advancement.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
SHUTTLE TRANSPORTATION - for regular ticket holders
- Rockway’s big yellow limousine (aka our school bus) will be available to take guests round-trip between Rockway and Tapestry Hall – stay tuned for more information!
PARKING - TAPESTRY HALL (Gaslight District)
- Parking is available around the Gaslight District, except at the Hamilton Family Theatre.
- Please refer to the maps below for parking areas.
