District216 "Mental Wellness & Psychedelics" Marquee Event

****A ONE OF A KIND EVENT****

Join us at District216’s next Marquee Event—an exclusive evening exploring the powerful intersection of MENTAL WELLNESS & PSYCHEDELICS.

This immersive gathering brings together thought leaders, musicians, and innovators for a night of education, inspiration, and connection. Expect thought-provoking panels, fireside chats, live music, interactive experiences, and curated vendor activations designed to ignite curiosity and foster community.

Our speakers will dive into the latest research, breakthrough therapies, and personal journeys—revealing how psychedelics are reshaping the future of mental health and human potential.

****ALL INCLUSIVE TICKETS****

🔥 FIRESIDE CHAT: 

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🗣️ DISCUSSION PANEL: 

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• Moderator: Kat Walsh

🎵 LIVE MUSIC: 

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• Visuals by Michael Strauss

꩜ WORKSHOPS:

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🥘 DINNER: Catering TBD

🧉 ELIXIRS: Functional, Non-Alcoholic Elixirs & Enlightening Beverages

🛋️ TERPENE LOUNGE: Enjoy Top Shelf products in our Rooftop Terpene Lounge

🏷️ VENDORS: Health, Wellness, Healing & Conscious Products & Services 

🌀 IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCES:

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🌈 VISUAL EXPERIENCES: 

• Projections by UDOTAI
• Visuals by Michael Strauss 
• Experience Curation by Decelorator Lightsmith Visual
• Visual Alchemy by Altarbeast

****COST + WHERE + WHEN****

🌟🌟🌟 MARQUEE MEMBERS: Free Admission! (Become A Member Today)

🌟🌟 TDH MEMBERS & 🌟 ONLINE MEMBERS: Receive Discounted Tickets

🎟️ GUESTS WELCOME: We welcome guests to purchase NEWLY DISCOUNTED tickets!

• $89 Early Bird Ticket (Til May 1)
• $109 Mid Bird Ticket (May 2 - 16)
• $139 Day Of Ticket (May 17)

🌸 DAY & TIME: SATURDAY, MAY 17 from 5:00pm to 10:00pm

• Doors: 5:00pm
• Dinner & Vendors: 5:15pm
• Speakers: 6:15pm
• Music: 8:00pm
• Wind Down: 10:00pm

📍 PLACE: LoDo Studios - 216 E. Gutierrez Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(Parking across the street is only available on the OfficeMax side of the lot).

****SPEAKER BIOS - FIRESIDE CHAT***

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****SPEAKER BIOS - DISCUSSION PANEL****

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Kat Walsh (Moderator) - Kat Walsh is a multitalented show host, inspirational speaker, thought leader and founder of the popular psychedelic platform Trip On This. Featured in prominent publications like Forbes, Kat creates an accessible bridge for those new to their psychedelic and spiritual path. Prior to launching Trip On This in December 2020, Walsh worked behind the scenes in the entertainment industry working with talent at Creative Artist Agency (CAA), developing series as Director of Development at Edyson Entertainment, and overseeing major marketing campaigns for BMW, HBO, and Freeform. While life looked glamorous on the outside, it often felt like a monotony of routine and endless stress. It wasn't until psychedelics entered the picture did life transform from the ordinary to the extraordinary. Kat has now dedicated her life to helping others uncover their own power and potential.An avid lover of electronic music, Kat also began DJing in 2020 with the intention of creating an atmosphere of joy, love and self-expression. She plays a range of music from house to disco leaving everywhere she goes buzzing with good vibes.

****ARTIST BIOS - PERFORMANCES****

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Michael Strauss (Performer) - A visionary VJ, digital artist, and event producer from Los Angeles,California, who has been crafting mesmerizing psychedelic audiovisual experiences and immersive environments for nearly two decades. His stunning visuals have brought life to countless events, enhancing the performances of numerous artists and transforming reality through technology and creativity. Michael's work is renowned for its ability to open hearts, lift spirits, and blow minds. Throughout his career, Michael has collaborated with a diverse array of top electronic music producers, DJs, and live bands, including notable names such as The Crystal Method, Paul Oakenfold, DJ Z-Trip, Infected Mushroom, and Dirtwire. His visuals have graced the stages of various arts and music festivals, such as Burning Man, Lightning in a Bottle, and Symbiosis, as well as iconic venues like the Orpheum Theater, House of Blues, and the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel. Michael's innovative work has led to collaborations with psychedelic legends like Alex Grey and Shpongle. In 2018, he was chosen as the official VJ for the Bicycle Day 75th Anniversary Tour, where he remixed Alex Grey's art. He also curated the "Augmented Visions" exhibition at Grey's Chapel of Sacred Mirrors museum in 2019.

****FACILITATOR BIOS - WORKSHOPS****

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