DIY Disco - Craft Raves by AX

08/13/2026

DIY Disco is making one more stop this summer—join us on Friday, August 14, from 7–10 PM at Leonard's Gate for an unforgettable evening of crafting, dancing, and good vibes, in partnership with Sussex Ale Works.
Part craft night, part dance party, and all nostalgia, DIY Disco is the perfect excuse to dust off your favourite Y2K energy. DJ Ultraterrestrial will be spinning an upbeat mix of throwback hits while you create, connect, and celebrate with fellow makers under the summer sky.
Bring Your Own Craft (BYOC) or choose one of our nostalgic craft kits, filled with retro-inspired projects that are just as fun as you remember. Whether you're weaving friendship bracelets, decorating with way too much glitter, or abandoning your craft the moment your favourite song comes on, DIY Disco is all about having fun—not making perfection.
No crafting skills required—just come ready to create, dance, and embrace your inner kid. Sussex Ale Works will be serving up refreshing local craft beer throughout the evening to keep the good times flowing.
Tickets are available by donation at axartscentre.ca, with optional craft kits available as add-ons and a limited number available on-site.
Every ticket helps support AX's mission to make arts programming accessible throughout the greater Sussex region and beyond. Grab your friends, find your sparkles, and meet us at Leonard's Gate for one last summer DIY Disco!

08/05/2026

Next stop - We’re taking the party outside! Meet us at Leonard’s Gate on August 14th for the last craft rave of the summer!

Bring your own craft project or dive into one of our nostalgic craft kits, then hit the dance floor as DJ Ultraterrestrial keeps the energy high all night long!

Grab a craft brew from Sussex Ale Works, gather your friends and celebrate summer the best way we know how - by making something with your hands and dancing like nobody’s watching.

Tickets available now at axartscentre.ca!
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07/28/2026

06/23/2026

Yip Cider - we are coming for you!!🪩🎉

We had an INCREDIBLE time at our first DIY Disco at ! We crafted until we couldn’t craft any more. We danced like no one was watching. We laughed, we drank, we had the time of our lives, and we are still recovering!

Huge thanks to Sussex Ale Works for hosting us, to our DJ, Ultraterrestrial, for a PHENOMENAL set, and to everyone who joined us for an amazing first event!

Next stop – on July 8th in the dome! We CANNOT WAIT to see you there!! Tickets available via the link in our bio, or at axartscentre.ca!
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06/15/2026

Our first event is coming THIS WEDNESDAY at Sussex Ale Works Taproom and we CAN. NOT. WAIT.
We want to give you a quick intro to our DJ so we’re all friends when you come in! Ultraterrestrial will be serving up the hottest dance floor hits and make sure the vibe stays high!
Haven’t got your tickets yet? They are still available via the link in our bio or at axartscentre.ca! (While you’re there, grab your tickets for the July 8th event at Yip Cider!) Extra craft kits will be available on site as well! We can’t wait to see you Wednesday night!
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06/03/2026

🪩✨ A new DIY Disco location is coming... ✨🪩

Join AX on July 8 from 7-10pm at Yip Cider for the next DIY Disco Craft Rave—an unforgettable night of crafting, dancing, cider, and creative chaos. Bring your own craft project or choose from a selection of fun DIY kits, then settle in for an evening of great music, good vibes, and making things alongside fellow creatives.

Whether you’re cross-stitching, beading, painting, collaging, or just showing up for the dance floor, the DIY Disco is all about having fun, getting creative, connecting with your community, all in support of the arts!

Grab a drink, make something awesome, dance a little (or a lot), and experience the most creative night out of the summer.

🎨 BYOCraft (or buy our pre-made craft kits!)
🍎 Delicious cider from Yip Cider
🎶 Dance-worthy tunes
✨ Zero crafting experience required

Tickets are available now—don’t miss out! Tickets available at axartscentre.ca, via the link in our bio, by phone at 506-433-8351 or in person at 12 Maple Ave.
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05/08/2026

We’ve crafted up something HUGE, and it’s coming to a local brewery near you! Join us at Sussex Ale Works on June 17th from 7-10pm for the first DIY Disco — a Craft Rave by AX!
DIY Disco is AX’s take on the perfect night out—part craft night, part dance floor, all good vibes. Bring your friends, grab a table, and settle in for an evening of nostalgic making set to high-energy EDM from a live DJ. Whether you’re deep into a project or just here for the music and good company, it’s a low-pressure, high-fun way to connect, create, and maybe even hit the dance floor—without sacrificing a reasonable bedtime.
Bring Your Own Craft (BYOC) or pick up one of our pre-packaged nostalgic craft kits—perfect for swapping and collecting at future craft raves. It’s all about making something, sharing ideas, and enjoying the moment.
Tickets are available on a variable donation scale, with all proceeds supporting AX’s mission to provide accessible arts programming across the greater Sussex region and beyond. Add-on craft kits are available for pre-order with your ticket, and we’ll have some additional kits on site for the speedy crafter.
Our pre-packaged craft kits are nostalgic crafts we all loved making in the 90’s with all materials and instructions provided. These kits are perfect for creating and swapping with friends at future events!
Registration is now OPEN and tickets are going to go fast! Register now to secure your spot at axartscentre.ca !
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