SACRED CITY THANKSGIVING Ft. Franko Heke & J. Pool
Sacred City Thanksgiving
You are invited to Sacred City Thanksgiving, a night of celebration weaving a rich tapestry of gratitude, connection and shared heart-centered presence. Together, we gather to honor the magic and medicine of life, embracing all the gifts, challenges and blessings that grace our paths.
Come immerse yourself in the cozy warmth of community and open your heart, voice, and spirit in an intentional space of thankfulness. This celebration will be overflowing with the harmony of shared sacred songs, the rhythm of our steps moving together on the dance floor, and the collective heartbeat of gratitude that resonates in us all.
Join us for an expansive evening embracing our abundance and aliveness! Come ready to sing your heart out, to express yourself authentically, and to share the unique gift of your being as we reflect on all the bounty, beauty, and blessings that unite us in reverence for life.
We would be honored to share this intentional and expansive experience with you- a precious opportunity to uplift each other in the radiant glow of gratitude.
THE JOURNEY
6pm | Doors Open for Community Connection
Take this time to settle into the space, get cozy, and immerse into the warm, welcoming embrace of community. Connect with the kindred souls who surround you, sharing smiles, stories, and laughter as we prepare for the transformative journey ahead. The bar will be offering lovingly-prepared organic, gluten-free food options, heart-opening cacao, and other conscious elixirs.
7pm | Chapter 1 | Gratitude Cacao Ceremony
Our journey together begins with a sacred Gratitude Cacao Ceremony, a heartfelt ritual that invites us to open fully to the present moment. As we gather in circle, we receive the rich, warm essence of cacao, exploring a deeper connection with ourselves and one another, and unlocking the heartspace where gratitude resides. Here, we reflect on every twist, turn, and chapter of our lives, honoring the beauty in both the challenges and the joy, harvesting the wisdom of our courageous journey. Come ready to sink into the sacred sanctuary within, allowing yourself to remember and revel in the magic of life’s unfolding—its hidden blessings, unexpected gifts, sacred medicine and all the ways it continues to nurture and surprise us.
7:30pm | Chapter 2 | Ecstatic Kirtan Journey with the Sacred City Band & Franko Heke
The next chapter of the journey is an invitation to relax the mind and step into the radiant landscape of the heart. Together, we embark on this soulful adventure led by the mesmerizing music of the Sacred City Band and the deeply talented Franko Heke, whose voice and spirit will guide us through powerful, heart-opening mantras. Each note, each chant, and each beat takes us deeper into that sacred inner space where we touch more of our essence and truth, awakening the beautiful magic that lives within us all.
Come as you are, ready to embrace the boundless beauty and magic of your own being. This is a welcoming, accepting, spiritually-open singing experience- one that celebrates every voice and expression in all its uniqueness. No experience is needed—just a willing heart and an open mind- as we sing our way into the sacred remembrance of who we truly are.
9:30pm | Chapter 3 | Conscious Dance with J. Pool
The third chapter of our journey invites us to fully immerse ourselves in a two-hour dance celebration with the remarkable J. Pool, whose rhythms and energy will transport us into a portal of gratitude and bliss. Together, we will move in harmony with the pulse of the music, allowing ourselves to surrender to the flow and feel the magic of each moment.
As J. Pool weaves a soul-stirring sonic journey, he will guide us deeper into our bodies, inviting us to release, expand, and embrace the rich medicine of movement. This is a sanctuary of freedom and acceptance—a space for you to move however your body and spirit longs to express. Dance wildly, sway slowly, explore anything in-between- simply allowing your body to lead the way as we connect and celebrate in the cozy embrace of community.
THE TICKETS
$40 | Tier 1 Pass (Ends 11/10)
$45 | Tier 2 Pass (Ends 11/17)
$50 | Tier 3 Pass (Ends 11/22 at 6pm)
$55 | Tier 4 Pass
$99 | VIP Meet & Greet with Franko Heke & J. Pool
From 6pm to 7pm you will access a VIP room where you will be given an opportunity to talk to both artists and get a picture.
$500 | VIP Sponsor Pass
This gives you 5 VIP Meet and Greet event passes, access to the entire event, and you and/or your brand will be featured in the digital event pages, the handout at the event, and shouted out during the experience. Reach out the thomas@sacredcity.co for more info if needed.
THE GUIDANCE
What is the flow for the night?
Doors open at 6pm to connect with community and settle in before we begin our journey together. Cacao Ceremony starts at 7pm. Kirtan starts with the Sacred City Band at 7:30pm and Franko Heke at 8:30pm. J. Pool’s Dance begins after Franko at 9:30pm in the outside area of the venue.
What does sober mean for this event?
At Sacred City experiences, sober means no alcohol, drugs, or psychedelics. We honor that medicine comes in many forms. With that being said, we ask that you honor the sober nature of this container. This is the vibe of Sacred City events.
What will the food be like?
There will be organic, gluten-free, dairy-free ingredients making up the meals served all night for $11 a plate.
What are the parking options?
Parking is available along 1st Ave N, in the neighborhood behind the venue, as well as in the big fenced in parking lot under the freeway. The big parking lot is a paid lot. We believe the fee is under $10 to park there.
What are the deets on the VIP Meet & Greet?
If you purchase a VIP Meet & Greet ticket, you will have access to the VIP room from 6pm to 7pm, where you will be given an opportunity to briefly talk with Franko Heke and J. Pool then get a picture with them. You will be welcomed warmly into the space!
THE SACRED CITY MOVEMENT
Sacred City is a magical place we are building together by embodying who we truly are. It’s built, brick by brick, with each courageous choice to embody our true nature and embrace however life unfolds from that authentic place. Together, we journey in ceremony to remember more of who we are, step into initiation retreats to embody more of who we are, and gather in celebration to rejoice the magic that is created from living a courageously authentic life.
The 5 Pillars of Sacred City
These core principles are the foundation of how we show up together in all Sacred City containers. Please only join us if these feel in full alignment and you are fully committed to embodying each one at Sacred City Thanksgiving. With that being said, Sacred City does not believe this is how all experiences must be in the world, we just enjoy this particular type of container for our events. With reverence and love, we encourage anyone to opt in if they want to try it on, or opt out if it doesn’t feel aligned.
•Sacred | experience the magic of presence
•Silly | experience the playfulness of expression
•Safe | experience the nourishment of acceptance
•Sober | experience the medicine of an unaltered mind
•Sovereign | experience the freedom of consent
We are excited for you to join us in embodying the Sacred City pillars and going on a magical ride together!
Special shout out to our inspiring team. It takes a village!
Paulina Grochala, Meg Southern, Auria Faith, Somi Arora, Matthew Kurtyka, Thomas Waterman, Franko Heke, J. Pool, Seva Roan, Ananda Springsteen and Jordan Cimino
See you there, dear friends! ✨