U2 Calendar & Event Listings
November U2 Events Calendar
Nov 5 - Nov 7, 2009 - inTO the Heart U2 Fan Fest
Where: Various Venues
Address: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
When: 08:00 PM - 02:00 AM
Cost: Fri $15; Sat $20
Restrictions: 19 years +
Event Contact: Michelle Bake
Email: michelle.bake@hotmail.com
Thursday, November 5, 2009
Festival Launch Party
PJ O’Briens Irish Pub
39 Colborne Street, Toronto
7pm-10pm
No Cover
Friday, November 6, 2009
Tattoo Rock Parlour
567 Queen St West
Doors 8pm
Show 8:30-11pm
Cover $15
Toronto artists rip a tune out of the 'U2 Songbook' and make it their own in their particular genre. Participating acts include:
PETER BLOOM
CARLO COPPOLA
UNADOGG
THE SEA INSIDE
DJ MARK BAKER featuring G VOX
TOUCH ME AIRBORNE PLAGUE
CODE REVIVAL
ROBETER PRODUCTIONS featuring ROBBIE RIGGS and MARS GIAMMARCO
GOT INK?
One-night only discount on U2 themed tattoos, only at the ITH U2 Songbook. We will be raffling off a U2-themed tattoo (value $200 CAD)!
Saturday, November 7, 2009
The Great Hall
1087 Queen St West
Doors 8pm
Cover $20
ITH 2009 gives you not one, not two, but 3:33. Three tribute bands, three eras, three spectacular shows in one unforgettable event experience at the vintage landmark venue, the Great Hall. Featuring Special Guest Speaker from the Stephen Lewis Foundation; Live Auction (i.e. U2 Quilt), Door Prizes and more. Commentary from Toronto DJ Legend, Don Berns.
9:00 pm VERTIGO does U2 in the 00s
10:30 pm DESIRE does U2 in the 80s
12:00 am ELEVATION does U2 in the 90s with a complete front-to-back album performance of Achtung Baby!
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ITH continues its tradition as a not-for-profit event with proceeds to benefit the Stephen Lewis Foundation (http://www.stephenlewisfoundation.org) and their crucial 300 on-the-ground projects in Africa working to help women, orphans, grandmothers and people living with HIV/AIDS.
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November 8, 2009 - Larry Mullen featured on Anatomy of a Closet
Where: Ovation (US cable channel)
See what's in Larry's closet in the debut of this new reality show. Check local listings for air times.
November 18, 2009 - Bono to Receive "Ripple of Hope" Award
Where: New York City
Address: Chelsea Piers
"As champions of justice, Bono and Wyclef have brought the national spotlight to human rights violations, empowered local activists, and transformed the lives of millions of people living in poverty from Port-Au-Prince to Darfur," said Kerry Kennedy, founder of the RFK Center for Justice and Human Rights. "Their efforts evoke the spirit of my father and we are honored to recognize them."
Follow the link to read the full press release.
November 21, 2009 - Zoo Station Tribute Band Performance
Where: Walnut Creek, California
Address: Dan's at 1524 Civic Drive
"Since day-one, when an earnest Craigslist posting sparked the band, Zoo Station has played nearly 300 shows and now flourishes a repertoire of nearly 140 U2 songs."
Catch them tonight at Dan's. Click on the link to visit the band's official Web site.
November 22, 2009 - 2U - The World's Greatest U2 Tribute
Where: Ram's Head Live in Baltimore, Maryland
Address: 20 Market Place, Power Plant Live in Baltimore
When: 07:00 PM
Cost: $15 USD + tax
While U2 take a break from their tour, why not support a cover band playing near you?
2U will play tonight at Ram's Head Live. Full address is here: 20 Market Place, Power Plant Live, Baltimore, Maryland 21202
Follow the link to purchase advance tickets.
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