UPDATE: The Silent Disco event has been cancelled due to what the city says was low enrollment.
Belleville’s Youth Engagement Committee is bringing Silent Disco in celebration of Youth Week.
The committee is inviting students from grades 7 to 12 for the event at Loyalist College’s Shark Tank Pub on Friday, May 2 from 6 to 9 p.m.
The evening will begin with an inspirational address to set the tone for a night of empowerment and celebration.
Music mixed live will be done by local high school student DJ Avery Hone, all through attendees’ own set of individual wireless headphones that allow each participant to choose their own music.
The headphones are provided courtesy of Loyalist College.
You can read the full press release below:
The Belleville Youth Engagement Committee is “turning up the volume” on Youth Week celebrations with a unique and exciting event for local youth. Youth Week runs from May 1 to 7, 2025. As a kickoff to this year’s celebrations, the committee is inviting students from Grades 7 to 12 to a Silent Disco at Loyalist College’s Shark Tank Pub on Friday, May 2 from 6 to 9 p.m. — a fun, safe and inclusive way to bring young people together.
The evening will begin with an inspirational address to set the tone for a night of empowerment and celebration. Attendees can groove to music mixed live by local high school student DJ Avery Hone, all through their own set of individual wireless headphones that allow each participant to choose their own music. Headphones provided courtesy of Loyalist College.
“We’re thrilled to host this event as part of Youth Week,” said Olivia Millard, Belleville Youth Engagement Committee Member. “It’s about creating spaces where youth feel celebrated, connected and safe — what better way to do that than through music and movement?”
Free popcorn will be provided by Sweet P’s Party Treats, a local youth-owned business, and community organizations will host interactive booths showcasing youth services, supports and opportunities in the region.
WHAT: Silent Disco for Youth Week 2025
WHEN: Friday, May 2 from 6 to 9 p.m.
WHERE: Shark Tank Pub, Loyalist College (376 Wallbridge Loyalist Rd.)
This is a free event, however, non-perishable food items for Gleaners Food Bank will be collected and we ask those who can to bring a donation. Spaces are limited so those interested in attending are encouraged to preregister.
Follow along for more Youth Week events at the Belleville Youth Engagement Committee’s webpage.
