Peterborough Musicfest Putting Instruments In The Hands Of Young Musicians

By Scott Arnold

A new Peterborough Musicfest program is giving children and youth the chance to discover the joy of making music before select concerts at Del Crary Park this August.

Launching Saturday, August 1, First Note invites children and youth to discover the joy of making music by exploring a variety of instruments in a fun, welcoming environment (photo by scott arnold)

First Note officially launches Saturday, Aug. 1, offering young musicians an opportunity to explore a variety of instruments in a fun, welcoming environment before enjoying a night of live music.

The free hands-on program requires no registration, lessons or previous musical experience. Children and youth can simply drop in, try an instrument and experience the excitement of making music for themselves.

The idea behind First Note has been years in the making for Peterborough Musicfest, with the goal of creating more opportunities for young people to connect with music.

"One of the things we've talked about for years is finding more ways to put instruments into children's hands," said Tracey Randall, Executive Director of Peterborough Musicfest. "Not every young person has the opportunity to explore music at school or at home, and sometimes all it takes is one experience to spark a lifelong passion. We often ask, 'Where's our next Serena Ryder?' Maybe First Note is where that journey begins."

The program is made possible through support from the Peterborough Foundation, with instruments provided by Long & McQuade Musical Instruments.

“By creating free, hands-on music experiences for children and youth, this program removes barriers to participation and opens the door to creativity, confidence and the joy of making music,” said Shirl Delarue, Board Chair of the Peterborough Foundation.

First Note will take place before four Peterborough Musicfest concerts on Aug. 1, 5, 8 and 12 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Del Crary Park.

Children and youth are invited to drop in anytime during program hours.

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Dwayne Gretzky Along with Shania Twain and Garth Brooks Tributes Headline Peterborough Musicfest This Week

By Scott Arnold

Peterborough Musicfest is almost halfway through its summer concert season, with another week of free live music ahead after two memorable performances at Del Crary Park last week.

Returning for their sixth appearance at peterborough musicfest, Dwayne Gretzky is one of Canada’s most in-demand live acts, known for delivering a high-energy set of classic hits from the 70s, 80s, and 90s (photo courtesy of peterborough musicfest)

Last week brought two very different, but equally energetic, nights to Peterborough Musicfest.

Wednesday’s performance featured Matthew Good and His Band, drawing what Musicfest organizers believe was the biggest crowd of the summer so far, with more than 10,000 people estimated to be in attendance.

The crowd was filled with longtime fans who sang along throughout the performance as Matthew Good delivered a set featuring songs from across his career.

“It was such an excellent show,” said Peterborough Musicfest Executive Director Raff Melito. “The park was filled with Matthew Good fans and everyone was standing up, everyone was singing along.”

Saturday night brought a completely different sound to Del Crary Park as My Son the Hurricane took the stage.

The 12-member ensemble brought a high-energy performance featuring horns, movement and plenty of reasons for the crowd to get up and dance.

“It’s not just that they’re playing instruments, they are performing on stage,” said Melito. “They have these synchronized dance numbers that they work on.”

The performance also helped introduce many new fans to the band, with Melito saying many people who arrived unfamiliar with My Son the Hurricane left impressed.

With last week’s crowds setting the stage, Musicfest continues this week with two more nights of live music.

Making their sixth appearance at Musicfest, Dwayne Gretzky takes over the main stage Wednesday night, bringing what the band describes as Canada’s Greatest Party Band to Del Crary Park.

The large ensemble, which often features between 12 and 14 musicians, performs a wide range of cover songs spanning multiple decades, with a setlist featuring familiar favourites from artists including Fleetwood Mac and other major hits.

“They’re all definitely big hits and you’re going to know every song that they perform,” said Melito.

The evening will begin with JJ Thompson on the Future Sound Series side stage at 6:30 p.m. Thompson, the front person for JJ and the Pillars, will open the night before Dwayne Gretzky takes the stage.

Saturday’s show will bring a country music celebration to the park, featuring tribute performances honouring Shania Twain and Garth Brooks.

The evening will feature two separate performances, with the Shania Twain tribute opening the night before the Garth Brooks tribute closes out the show.

“It’s going to be such a fun night at the park,” said Melito. “They will have the crowd up and singing along for sure.”

Georgia Rose will kick off the evening on the Future Sound Series side stage at 6:30 p.m.

Beyond the music, Saturday’s show will also introduce a new program designed to help put instruments into the hands of young musicians.

Peterborough Musicfest’s new First Note program will offer free music instruction for children and youth, with instruments provided through a partnership with Long & McQuade.

The program will run from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. near the Future Sound Series side stage, with music instructors available to help participants learn the basics of different instruments.

“We’re really not necessarily looking for the next arena rider, but kind of looking for the next arena rider,” said Melito. “We’re just trying to find a way to put instruments into kids’ hands and give them that introduction to something that could become a lifelong passion.”

The program will run for four nights this summer, beginning August 1st and continuing for the following three concerts.

Musicfest attendees are also reminded to check their 50-50 tickets, as three winning tickets from this summer remain unclaimed.

One of those tickets is from the July 22nd Matthew Good show, with a jackpot of $5,050 still waiting to be claimed. Winning numbers can be checked online at MusicFest5050.ca.

With free concerts, food vendors, merchandise, the Future Sound Series side stage and new activities happening throughout the summer, Musicfest continues to offer a full night of entertainment at Del Crary Park.

Want to enjoy one of this week's concerts from some of the best seats in the park? We're giving away a pair of VIP tickets. The winner will receive two reserved seats in the VIP section directly in front of the stage. Visit our Facebook and Instagram pages for contest details and your chance to win.

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Grateful Dead Fans Invited to Free Evening of Live Music at GreenUP Ecology Park

By Scott Arnold

Local musician Joseph Bencic is inviting Grateful Dead fans to GreenUP Ecology Park later this month for a free evening of live music featuring more than 30 songs by the legendary band.

local musician Joseph Bencic is inviting the community to a free performance where he will be playing over 30 grateful Dead songs, with guitar and vocals, on Friday July 31st starting at 6pm At the GreenUp ecology park Eco Shelter (photo by scott arnold)

The informal performance is set for Friday, July 31, beginning at 6 p.m. at the Eco Shelter in GreenUP Ecology Park.

Bencic says there is no admission fee and people are welcome to stop by for a few songs or stay for the entire performance.

The evening will feature two sets. The first, running from 6 p.m. until approximately 7:15 p.m., will include a variety of Grateful Dead songs.

The second set will recognize International Blues Music Day, with Bencic performing blues covers as well as Grateful Dead songs that include the word "blues" in their title. Audience members will also have the opportunity to request songs during the second set.

Parking is available at Beavermead Park. Visitors can access GreenUP Ecology Park from the entrance at the far end of the Beavermead parking lot near Ashburnham Drive and Marsdale Drive.

Those attending are encouraged to bring a chair if desired, as only a limited number of picnic tables are available at the Eco Shelter.

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Where Light Grows Bringing Music and Hope to Peterborough

By Scott Arnold

A special afternoon of music at Market Hall will raise support for Camp Kerry Ontario this fall, helping provide grief support programs for children, families and individuals navigating the loss of a loved one.

headlined by julian taylor, the concert will also feature an outstanding lineup of local performers, including Victoria Yeh, Maria Leahy, Rye Whetung, and Julie Fallis, with Kerry Griffin serving as Master of Ceremonies (photos provided by the lumara society)

Lumara Society and KS & Co. Productions are presenting Where Light Grows: A Camp Kerry Fundraiser on Sunday, September 13 at 2 p.m. at the Market Hall Performing Arts Centre in Peterborough.

The event will feature JUNO Award-nominated singer-songwriter Julian Taylor, along with performances from Victoria Yeh, Maria Leahy, Rye Whetung and Julie Fallis. Kerry Griffin will serve as Master of Ceremonies.

Taylor has earned recognition for his heartfelt songwriting and live performances, including multiple Ontario Folk Music Awards and Country Music Association of Ontario Awards.

Funds raised through the concert will support Camp Kerry Ontario, which provides grief support programs for children, youth, adults and families who are dealing with the loss of a loved one.

Through its programming, Camp Kerry helps participants connect with others who understand their experiences while building resilience and finding support during difficult times.

The fundraiser takes place Sunday, September 13 at 2 p.m. at Market Hall. Tickets are $40 for tiered theatre seating and $60 for cabaret table seating.

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Matthew Good and My Son the Hurricane to Headline Musicfest This Week

By Scott Arnold

Peterborough Musicfest is coming off another successful week and is getting ready for two more nights of live music, with Matthew Good and His Band taking the stage Wednesday before My Son the Hurricane closes out the week on Saturday. Emerging artists Graeme Jonez and Alycia Hebert will open the evening shows on the Cogeco Future Sound Series stage.

Peterborough musicfest continue this week with Matthew Good and His Band taking the stage Wednesday and My Son the Hurricane closing out the week on Saturday (photo courtesy of peterborough musicfest)

Peterborough Musicfest is heading into another busy week after thousands of music fans filled Del Crary Park for two very different, but equally memorable, nights of entertainment.

Last Wednesday, country star Tyler Joe Miller drew a packed crowd to the waterfront, with fans singing along throughout the night. Musicfest Marketing and Communications Manager Raff Melito said the show was a great way to kick off the week.

a huge crowd packed del crary park last wednesday to see country star tyler joe miller perform at peterborough musicfest (photo courtesy of peterborough musicfest)

"He was so well received," Melito said. "There were sing-alongs, and I'd say every country fan in Peterborough that attended had an excellent evening."

Saturday brought a different atmosphere as Musicfest hosted its Woven Stories event ahead of Julian Taylor's headline performance. The evening featured cultural programming that included the Curve Lake Men's Big Drum Group, traditional dancing and a welcome ceremony by Healing with Drums.

julian taylor took to the fred anderson stage on saturday as part of peterborough musicfest at del crary park (photo courtesy of peterborough musicfest)

While a planned canoe crossing from the Canadian Canoe Museum had to be cancelled because of a severe thunderstorm watch, organizers adapted by bringing the canoe drum to the entrance of the park, where visitors were invited to take part in an interactive drumming experience before the show.

visitors to del crary park on saturday were greeted with a large canoe drum, with community members invited to partipate in an interactive drumming experience (photo courtesy of peterborough musicfest)

"It was just such a beautiful start to the evening," Melito said.

Now, attention turns to another pair of concerts this week.

Matthew Good and His Band will take the main stage on Wednesday, July 22, with the iconic Canadian alternative rock artist performing a mix of songs from his solo career along with fan favourites from his Matthew Good Band days.

canadian icon Matthew good and his band will perform at peterborough musicfest on wednesday, july 22 (photo courtesy of peterborough musicfest)

Melito expects it to be one of the biggest nights of the summer.

"I think everyone's going to be up and they're going to be singing along," she said. "I think it's just going to be an incredible performance."

The weekend brings another energetic show as My Son the Hurricane takes over the stage on Saturday. Known for its horn-driven brass funk sound, the large ensemble is expected to bring around a dozen musicians to Del Crary Park.

"I think everyone's going to be up and dancing," Melito said. "If you don't know who My Son the Hurricane is, just come on out because you will want to know who they are."

The evening begins before each headline act with the Cogeco Future Sound Series, which returns at 6:30 pm. Toronto-based Indigenous artist Graeme Jonez will perform Wednesday, while Whitby's Alycia Hebert opens Saturday's show.

Toronto-based Indigenous artist Graeme Jonez will perform Wednesday, while Whitby's Alycia Hebert opens Saturday's show

Melito said the expanded side stage series continues to give concertgoers the chance to discover emerging artists before the main performances begin.

Beyond the music, visitors can enjoy food vendors, purchase 50-50 tickets, browse official Peterborough Musicfest merchandise and try the festival's interactive gamification app by scanning QR codes throughout the park for a chance to win prizes.

As always, admission to all Peterborough Musicfest concerts is free, with Wednesday and Saturday evening shows continuing at Del Crary Park throughout the summer, wrapping up on August 16th.

Want to enjoy one of this week's concerts from some of the best seats in the park? We're giving away a pair of VIP tickets. The winner will receive two reserved seats in the VIP section directly in front of the stage. Visit our Facebook and Instagram pages for contest details and your chance to win.

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Joanna Bronson Excited to Continue Family Legacy at Peterborough Musicfest

By Scott Arnold

For Joanna Bronson, performing at Peterborough Musicfest is more than another show. It’s a full-circle moment years in the making, bringing together her own musical journey, her father’s legacy in the local music scene, and a chance to share her sound with the Peterborough community at Del Crary Park.

local artist joanna bronson has making making a name for herself in the local music scene and on wednesday she’ll be performing at peterborough musicfest, kicking the night off at 6:30pm on the side stage (photo by scott arnold)

Bronson will take the side stage at Del Crary Park on Wednesday, July 15 as part of the Peterborough Musicfest Future Sound Series presented by Cogeco, opening the night before country artist Tyler Joe Miller takes the main stage.

For the local singer-songwriter, the opportunity represents a goal she has been working toward for years.

“I’m just so excited to kind of continue that legacy,” Bronson said. “It’s been a goal of mine to get here, so I’m just happy that I was invited this year.”

Music has always been part of Bronson’s life, thanks in large part to her father, longtime local musician Danny Bronson. Growing up, she spent years around stages and performances before eventually taking her own path away from music.

When she returned to it later in life, Bronson said music became an important part of finding her way back.

“It was a really healing place for me,” she said.

Her father played a major role in helping her reconnect with the local music scene, quickly welcoming her to join him for performances and encouraging her to build confidence as an artist in her own right.

“He’s really been pivotal for me getting back into the music scene,” Bronson said. “But also just finding my own way and meeting new people and working with different people too.”

While she has deep roots in the local music community, Bronson has been carving out her own identity as an artist.

“It’s different, but it’s good,” she said. “I’m enjoying it.”

Wednesday’s performance will also be a special one for her family. With friends and relatives travelling from near and far to watch, including some making the trip from Ottawa, Bronson expects plenty of familiar faces in the crowd.

For her father, who has performed at venues throughout the region and was cemented on the Peterborough Pathway of Fame at Crary Park in 1999, seeing his daughter take the Musicfest stage will be another memorable chapter in the family’s musical story.

“It’s kind of like that full-circle moment,” Bronson said. “Every summer kind of comes back to the park in some way.”

Bronson has also leaned on the many musicians who have helped shape Peterborough’s vibrant music scene. She pointed to artists like Kevin Foster and Ty Wilson as people who have supported and inspired her, while also looking to the legacy of local music icon Colleen Peterson.

“Colleen Peterson is a huge inspiration,” Bronson said. “Her legacy lives on in just doing her own thing, going down to Nashville and then coming back up here and making a name for herself as well.”

“Peterborough is incredibly blessed with musical talent,” Bronson added. “You don’t have to go far to find the next person.”

Bronson will kick off the night at 6:30 p.m. from the Future Sound Series stage, followed by Tyler Joe Miller’s Peterborough Musicfest debut on the main stage at 8 p.m.

Admission is free, with concertgoers encouraged to bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy an evening of live music on the shores of Little Lake.

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Peterborough Folk Festival Releases 2025 Performance Schedule

The 36th annual Peterborough Folk Festival (PFF) has unveiled its lineup of 30 artists for this year’s free event, taking place from Aug. 14 to 17 at Nicholls Oval Park.

Photo courtesy of PFF.

The four-day celebration kicks off on Aug. 14 at the Market Hall Performing Arts Centre with singer-songwriter Basia Bulat and PFF Emerging Artist of the Year, Jeanne Truax.

On Friday, at 8 p.m., another kick-off concert will be held at Sadleir with Nixon Boyd (of Hollerado), PFF 2024 Emerging Artist VANCAMP, and Guelph-based quintet I, The Mountain.

The following is the Saturday schedule:

Children’s Village

• 10:30 a.m. - Village opens

• 10:40 a.m. - Story Time by the Peterborough Public Library

• 11:15 a.m. - Children’s Parade to the Miskin Law Main Stage

• Noon to 5 p.m. - Activities, crafts and games

Food Village

• 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. - Food Village open

Artisan Village

• Noon to 7 p.m. - Artisan Village open

Children’s Village

• 10:30 a.m. - Village opens

• 10:40 a.m. - Story Time by the Peterborough Public Library

• 11:15 a.m. - Children’s Parade to the Miskin Law Main Stage

• Noon to 5 p.m. - Activities, crafts and games

Miskin Law Main Stage

• 11:15 a.m. - Children’s Parade to the Main Stage & Opening Ceremony

• 11:45 a.m. - Songs of Scratch Garden

• 12:35 p.m. - Benj Rowland

• 1:30 p.m. - Grievous Angels

• 3:00 p.m. - My Son the Hurricane

• 4:50 p.m. - Shub presented by Hiawatha First Nation

• 6:30 p.m. - Joel Plaskett

• 8:15 p.m. - Goldie Boutilier

• 9:45 p.m. - Jeremie Albino

Nicholls Oval Pavilion Stage

• 1:10 p.m. - Caitlin Currie

• 2:15 p.m. - Jeanne Truax

• 4:00 p.m. - Doghouse Orchestra

• 5:45 p.m. - The Silver Hearts

• 7:45 p.m. - Swindlers

• 9:20 p.m. - Tapes in Motion

Generation Solar Stage

• 11:45 a.m. - TBA

• 1:00 p.m. - Lancelot Knight

• 2:15 p.m. - Joel Plaskett x Benj Rowland

• 3:15 p.m. - Sister Ray

• 4:35 p.m. - Grievous Angels x Swindlers

• 5:45 p.m. - Bells Larsen x Sister Ray x Jeremie Albino

• 6:50 p.m. - Quinton Barnes

• 7:45 p.m. - Bells Larsen

The following is the Sunday schedule:

Miskin Law Main Stage

• 11:15 a.m. - Children’s Parade to the Main Stage & Opening Ceremony

• 11:30 a.m. - Round Dance with Kelli Marshall

• 11:45 a.m. - Sharon, Lois & Bram Singalong with Sharon & Randi

• 12:50 p.m. - Colin Linden x Jethro’s Blues Jam All-Stars

• 1:55 p.m. - Inn Echo x Benj Rowland x Irish Millie

• 2:50 p.m. - Beau Dixon

• 4:15 p.m. - Lemon Bucket Orkestra

• 5:45 p.m. - A Special Thank You

• 5:50 p.m. - Whitehorse

Nicholls Oval Pavilion Stage

• 1:35 pm - Sue & David Newberry

• 2:25 pm - Kay Silver

• 3:35 pm - Inn Echo

• 5:15 pm - Beau Dixon x Babe Chorus x Michael Cloud Duguay

Generation Solar Stage

• 11:45 a.m. - The Colton Sisters

• 12:40 p.m. - VANCAMP x Kay Silver x Tapes in Motion

• 1:45 p.m. - Babe Chorus

• 2:40 p.m. - Fittonia

• 3:35 p.m. - Whitehorse x Jeanne Truax

• 4:45 p.m. - Colin Linden

The PFF after parties start in Downtown Peterborough at 11 p.m. at the following locations:

• Jethro’s Bar + Stage - The Jet Airliners featuring Jeanne Truax

• Pig's Ear Tavern - The Silver Hearts - $5 at the door

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Broken Social Scene Announced As Headliners of the Peterborough Folk Festival 2023

The Peterborough Folk Festival have announced the band Broken Social Scene as the headliners of this year’s festival August 19.

photo courtesy of the peterborough folk festival, facebook.

Throughout their two-decade run, Broken Social Scene have achieved all the markers of modern indie success—rave reviews from Pitchfork, invites to play Coachella and Lollapalooza, multiple Juno Awards and Letterman appearances, and name-drops in Lorde songs. And their victories have ultimately been Toronto’s as well – through the establishment of a record label (Arts & Crafts) and a music festival (Field Trip) that became rallying points for the local scene and nurtured the next generation of indie upstarts.

Broken Social Scene is described as living proof that underdogs are most effective when travelling in a pack, that mass audiences can be led into uncharted waters through collective enthusiasm, and that the better world we all dream of begins with community.

“Inclusivity, belonging and community are at the heart of Peterborough Folk Festival,” says artistic director Ryan Kemp. “I can barely express how thrilled we are to have this iconic Canadian band take the main stage as the PFF 2023 headliner on August 19th.”

This will be Broken Social Scene’s first-ever performance in Peterborough. Earlier this month, Kemp shared that internationally-acclaimed Celtic singer/songwriter Loreena McKennitt will headline the main stage of the 34th annual Peterborough Folk Festival on Sunday, August 20.

"We’ve been building momentum with our festival partners, sponsors and volunteer-run board to create a memorable event for everyone in Peterborough and across the region to enjoy. It’s incredible to have this come together with the announcement of these fantastic performers,” he continued.

The 2023 Peterborough Folk Festival kicks off with ticketed concerts on Thursday, August 17 at Market Hall Performing Arts Centre and Friday, August 18 at the Gordon Best Theatre, followed by a free weekend of music, food and performance on Saturday, August 19 and Sunday, August 20 at Nicholls Oval Park. Organizers will be making additional announcements during June, including the complete line-up of performers and PFF’s Emerging Artist of the Year.

For more information about PFF 2023, including how to get involved as a sponsor, volunteer, or vendor, visit the website.

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The Borderless Music & Arts Festival Is Back at The Gordon Best Theatre

The Borderless Music & Arts Festival 2023 is set to feature a line-up that celebrates local artists & cultural diversity through soulful music, poetry, dance and community at the Gordon Best Theatre starting June 23.

photo courtesy of The Borderless Music & Arts Festival.

Since 2016, the Borderless Music & Arts Festival has been a multidisciplinary arts showcase that centres women, BIPOC, intersectional identities, multiculturalism, and inclusive community-building with a mosaic of music, dance, visual art, drag, poetry, comedy, circus and film. For over 6 years, Borderless artists have brought an amazing wealth of diversity, culture, collaboration, innovation and excitement to the City.

Borderless Festival 2023 Begins

Friday, June 23:

Poetry by Robyn Pierson

Dance performance & workshop by Mintu Maria James

Music by:

The Colton Sisters

Will Ward

Harbhajunkie

Shahrazi

Featuring a pop-up booth by Indigenously Infused.

Saturday, June 24:

OMBIIGIZI

Singing Wild Rice Girl (Missy Knott)

Will Ward

Danny Taro

photo courtesy of The Borderless Music & Arts Festival.

Tickets available at the door and through borderlesshearts.ca. For more information, check out the website.

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The Glorious Sons Announce North American Dates For The Glory Tour; Coming to the Peterborough Memorial Centre February 16

Following the release of their new single ‘Mercy Mercy’ The Glorious Sons have announced the Glory Tour, coming to the Peterborough Memorial Centre February 16.

photo courtesy of the peterborough memorial centre.

The rock band from Kingston, Ontario have garnered critical acclaim and commercial success off their previous albums, earning them multiple JUNO Awards, sold-out tours and a dedicated global fanbase. ‘Mercy Mercy’ is said to mark the next milestone in the band’s career and serves as the first track off their fourth studio album ‘Glory’ which is due out this fall.

Beginning September 6 in Pittsburgh, PA, the North American run of the tour will visit 57-cities in both the U.S. and Canada, making stops in Nashville, Boston, New York, Chicago, San Francisco, Edmonton, Calgary, Halifax, Montreal, Ottawa and more before wrapping in St. Catharines on February 17, 2024. The Glory Tour will feature special guests The Blue Stones and the Velveteers on select dates, and a special hometown show will have the band ringing the New Year at Kingston’s Leon’s Centre on December 31.

They have three dates as part of the 2024 leg of the tour, with Peterborough as the second-last stop.

photo courtesy of the peterborough memorial centre.

The Glorious Sons’ pre-sale begins June 20 at 3 p.m. ET exclusively in the TGS Union App, followed by the Spotify pre-sale on June 21 at 10 a.m. local time. The public on sale is confirmed for June 23 at 10 a.m. local time. A limited number of VIP packages which include a pre-show acoustic set and other exclusive experience and merchandise are available beginning today at 3 p.m. ET.