
Our signature annual fundraiser returns to the Diefenbunker on Saturday, November 21, 2026.
Savour unique flavours and a slice of the past, while contributing to the preservation of Canada’s Cold War story. Enjoy creative whisky selections paired with delectable dishes, a silent auction, themed cocktails, and more.
Tickets
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Silent auction
We look forward to featuring incredible prizes from local businesses in the event’s silent auction.
To inquire about donating items to our silent auction or about sponsorship opportunities for your business, please contact marketing@diefenbunker.ca.
What cause am I supporting?
A portion of your ticket for this fundraising event is a donation to the Diefenbunker: Canada’s Cold War Museum. Ticket purchasers will be issued a tax receipt after the event for this donation.
As a one-of-a-kind museum, national historic site, and independent charitable organization, the Diefenbunker is a remarkable immersive history destination, telling stories of national and international importance. The four-storey underground facility operated as the country’s central communications headquarters during the Cold War, ready at any moment in case of a nuclear attack. It is now Canada’s most significant surviving Cold War artifact, offering an important platform to spark meaningful conversations in response to our changing world.
With your help, we can preserve this important window into the past — Canada’s most significant Cold War artifact — and can continue to share lessons for present and future generations to strive to build a more peaceful future. Your support through our signature fundraising event will contribute to our preservation and conservation efforts, along with our ability to offer high-quality exhibitions and educational programs to visitors year-round.
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Diefenbunker: Canada's Cold War Museum
A four-storey underground bunker built in 1959 as Canada's emergency government headquarters during the Cold War. Now a National Historic Site, it offers self-guided tours, guided tours, and an escape room experience 75 feet below ground.
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