For those about to rock, the Cosmo Centre invites you to attend an esteemed visit from Puerto Vallarta with an upcoming performance by The Gecko Band.
Building on the success of last year’s record-breaking attendance during The Lovers’ tour, organizers at the Cosmo Centre promise yet another unforgettable evening of live musical entertainment.
The Gecko Band will perform live on Wednesday, July 24 from 7:30 until around 10:30 p.m. at the Cosmo Centre as part of its MexiCan 2024 Border Breakthrough Tour. The concert is open to everyone from age 19 to 90.
“When I asked them to come to Moose Jaw, they were very excited because they never knew why they (had) never played (here before),” explained Howard Peterman, a board member with the Cosmo Senior’s Centre.
The Gecko Band hails from Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. The band plays a mixture of old time rock and roll from the ‘70s through the ‘90s with the odd country or blues piece in the mix.
“From what I’ve seen, they put a lot of people on the dance floor, and I think people (here) will be quite happy with them,” Peterman said.
According to Peterman, the band ranks highly – his estimate was in the top one or two Puerto Vallarta-based bands based on his personal experience. If The Gecko’s aren’t in first place, Peterman added, then last year’s performer, The Lovers, would vie for the prestigious spot.
Despite never playing in Moose Jaw during their past tours, Peterman said The Gecko Band is looking forward to visiting and will join a list of previous Puerto Vallarta-based performers including The B34st and The Lovers, the latter of which performed at the Cosmo Centre in 2023.
Peterman and his wife first discovered The Gecko Band while touring in Puerto Vallarta as part of their annual winter migration. They noted that the band supports the Saskatchewan Roughriders and have been known to dine with former Roughriders Roger Aldag and Bob Poley.
“We see these guys quite regularly down there,” he said. “They’re highly weighted. When they play in a venue, it’s usually full of people…”
Now that the band’s touring across North America, Peterman decided to reach out and the group – who has already performed in Saskatoon and Regina – agreed to his offer.
After the Cosmo Centre’s record turnout last year, Peterman hopes to see an even greater attendance this summer. All proceeds from the concert will help support the non-profit Cosmo Centre which hosts a wide variety of programs for residents of all ages.
Food, drinks, and refreshments will be provided on site by the centre’s own kitchen staff.
Peterman said the benefit of a Wednesday night concert is that most people shouldn’t be too busy with other plans, and he said guests can expect to be home at a decent time.
He also pointed out that the band’s lead singer can play every instrument in the band and tends to get a little creative with it.
“It’s pretty entertaining. I think everybody will have a good time.”
Tickets are $25 in advance or $30 at the door. Peterman asks that anyone wishing to pay at the door calls ahead to plan in advance. If you know any of the centre’s board members, you can also reach out to them as each member will be carrying additional tickets.
To pay by e-transfer or for more information, Peterman can be reached at 306-691-1001.
The Cosmo Senior Centre is located at 235 Third Avenue Northeast and can be reached at 306-692-6072.
