Art is for Everyone

Women for the Art Gallery of Alberta’s (Waga) official launch party is a family-friendly celebration for AGA members and their guests. Enjoy beautiful art, hands-on art-making activities, and a vibrant community atmosphere.

Event

Refinery: Jumpscare

Information

  • Date

    October 25, 2025
  • Time

    8pm

The ultimate Halloween party - where the music is loud, the energy’s electric, and something’s off

Inspired by the grainy grit of VHS horror and the stylish terror of cult-classic killers, Refinery: Jumpscare turns the AGA into a darkly cinematic house party packed with 90s nostalgia, fog, bold costumes, and unexpected twists.

It’s the kind of night where comfort slips away quickly, giving way to curiosity, shadowy figures, and the unsettling feeling that something lurks just beyond view. Expect high-impact visuals, immersive vignettes and a dance floor that never stops.

Whether you come to party, play, or explore the dark corners of the gallery, you'll be part of a night that blurs the line between art, fear, and full-on celebration.

 

Tickets on sale now!

This is an 18+ event. ID required.

  • General Admission: $45

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Event Details

Your ticket includes:

  • A welcome themed drink to kick off the night
  • Retro horror trivia to test your inner psycho knowledge
  • A 90s-inspired dance floor to dance the night away
  • Strange surprises, sensory twists and jump scare moments

Dress Code

It’s not a Halloween party without a costume. Come in your sharpest 90s fashion, your favourite villain look, or a classic Halloween monster moment. Be bold, be iconic, be strange.


Note: No weapons or weapon-like costume props permitted - they’ll be confiscated at the door.

Everyone is welcome

Refinery is a celebration of creativity and expression. We are committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for all guests. Come as you are - or whoever you want to be.

About Refinery

The Refinery is a unique and artfully designed event. Taking place a couple of times a year, these themed events help the AGA fund programming for the entire year. It’s an opportunity to experience the AGA in a whole new setting!

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