The Annual Wing Ding Fundraiser
Schedule
Sat, 28 Feb, 2026 at 04:00 pm
UTC-07:00Location
15 W. Aspen Avenue Flagstaff AZ 86001 | Flagstaff, AZ
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The Whale Foundation [https://www.whalefoundation.org/] presents the 24th Annual Wing Ding at the historic Orpheum Theater in downtown Flagstaff, AZ! Each year in the depths of winter, when the canyon is quiet and the nights grow long, The Whale Foundation throws a big party called the Wing Ding in Flagstaff, Arizona. There is always good food, art, music, friends to see, and a silent auction. All of the proceeds from the event are donated to Whale Foundation so we can continue to offer services that support the health and wellbeing of the Grand Canyon river guiding community.
�Wing Ding - Celebrating 30 years of The Whale Foundation
� February 28, 2026 4-8 pm at The Orpheum
Tickets Include:
* Delicious dinner from Artisan’s Kitchen - menu includes
* BBQ Tri-Tip, Lemon Oregano Chicken, Vege Posole, Roasted Vegetables, Rice Pilaf, Salad, Apple and Blueberry Crisp, and Chocolate Mouse!
* Live local music from your fellow river guide friends – including
* Aislinn Conroy Duo, Keith Gomora's Honky DORY String Band, Carlos Arzate, Jeff Nickle, Holly Sullivan, and Michelle Grua will read from Kenton’s Journal.
* Featured Artist: Cazo Seronde – enjoy displayed work and conversation with Cazo.
* Our legendary auction with treasures from talented local artists including jewelry, art, clothing, photography, outdoor gear, pottery, books, maps, vintage river gems, blown glass and so much more. Some of the items include:
NRSxWhale Ninja Limited Edition PFD
Erica Fario Limited Edition print
Roger Dale Glass bowl
Sawyer MXS Topo Oars with blades
Kahtoola Micro Spikes
Vintage Squash Blossom Necklace with matching ring
Engraved wooden art map of the Colorado River and named rapids
* And the 30th Anniversary After Party and Dancing next door at The Gopher Hole from 8 – 9:30 with live band ‘Bad Delicious’, sponsored by NRS!
* Priceless Grand Canyon river community friends and conversations.
Mark your calendar. Spread the word.
Wing Ding 2026 is going to be one for the books!
Thank you to our supporters, sponsors, and attendees.
Our annual Wing Ding gala and fundraiser powers our counseling, scholarship, and health services. The Whale Foundation provides support services that promote and protect the health and well-being of the Grand Canyon river guiding community. Counseling use is up more than 35%, and we’ve provided over $160,000 in counseling, scholarships, and health stipends in the past two years. We rely on the generosity of the individuals, businesses, and talented artists of our community to make the Wing Ding a success. Thank you.
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* The Orpheum Theater is a historic, indoor venue located on Aspen Street in downtown Flagstaff next to the Weatherford Hotel and Residence Inn.Parking is not available on site. Find info on street and garage parking here [https://orpheumflagstaff.com/getting-here/].
* Tickets are the same price at the box office and online
* A Full Bar is available at the venue
* No outside food and beverage is allowed. Concessions available in the venue.
* Empty, soft, clear water bottles will be allowed. No hydro flasks, metal, or hard plastic water bottles of any kind will be permitted inside the venue.
* Unless specifically stated by the show, venue has a strict no re-entry policy
As of September 1st, 2025, our security team will be enforcing a "Clear Bag Policy."
Guests attending public-ticketed events are permitted to bring a 12″ x 6″ x 12″ or smaller CLEAR stadium bag, or a gallon-sized clear zip bag.
Permitted non-clear bags include wristlets measuring 4″x6″x1″ and smaller, and/or diaper/medical bags, which are subject to search.
No other bags are permitted; bag storage is NOT available at the theater. Clear bags are available for purchase. Thank you for your understanding.
For a complete list of Permitted & Prohibited Items click here [https://orpheumflagstaff.com/permitted-prohibited-items/]
Where to Stay in Flagstaff [https://orpheumflagstaff.com/where-to-stay/]
Accessibility [https://orpheumflagstaff.com/accessibility/]
FAQ [https://orpheumflagstaff.com/faq/]
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