Jammin' 4 Launches as a New Signature Community Fundraiser in Support of Theatre by the Bay

Barrie, ON – A major new community fundraising event is set to debut this spring as the Jammin' 4 organizing team presents the inaugural Jammin' 4 live music fundraiser on Friday, May 29, 2026 at The Ranch 2.0 in Barrie. Positioned as a high-energy, large-scale event, Jammin' 4 brings together live music, community engagement, and philanthropy in one dynamic experience. Created as a long-term, community-driven initiative, Jammin' 4 is designed to support a different local charitable organization each year. For its inaugural edition, Theatre by the Bay has been selected as the 2026 beneficiary, with all proceeds directed toward professional productions, artist development, and community-based programming. The event brings together five established local bands — Code Blue, Bunker, The Bailouts, Steve's Garage, and The Usual Suspects (formerly Sonic Coalition) — delivering a full evening of live music in an atmosphere that is energetic, authentic, and community-driven while maintaining a professionally executed, sponsor-forward experience. "Jammin' 4 was built on the idea that live music can be a powerful catalyst for community impact," said Maria Cernak, representing the Jammin' 4 organizing team. "We're creating something that people will look forward to every year — a great night out that also makes a meaningful difference. We're proud to launch this inaugural event in support of Theatre by the Bay." The event is grounded in a strong history of local impact. The musicians and organizers involved have collectively contributed to fundraising initiatives that have generated nearly $800,000 for community causes, including healthcare, mental health services, arts organizations, and service clubs throughout the region. "Being selected as the inaugural beneficiary is incredibly meaningful," said Glenn Coulson, Executive Producer of Theatre by the Bay. "Support like this allows us to continue producing high-quality live theatre, invest in emerging artists, and create accessible cultural experiences for our community." Jammin' 4 is expected to attract a diverse audience of business owners, professionals, community leaders, philanthropists, and music fans, creating a vibrant, social environment that bridges entertainment and community impact. Corporate sponsors are playing a key role in bringing the event to life, with opportunities designed to deliver both meaningful community support and strong brand visibility through an engaged and influential audience. Tickets are $50, with 100 percent of proceeds supporting Theatre by the Bay. Tickets on sale now, and are available at: www.jammin4.com About Jammin' 4 Jammin' 4 is a community-driven live music fundraising initiative launching in 2026 in Barrie, Ontario. Designed as an annual event, Jammin' 4 brings together local musicians, organizers, and community supporters to create high-impact experiences while supporting a different charitable organization each year. The network behind Jammin' 4 has contributed to initiatives that have collectively raised nearly $800,000 for local causes. About Theatre by the Bay Theatre by the Bay is Barrie's professional not-for-profit theatre company in its 25th year, dedicated to producing high-quality live theatre and developing emerging artists. Through its productions, festivals, and mentorship programs, the organization creates accessible cultural experiences while supporting the next generation of theatre professionals.