A big Maritime-themed fundraiser for the Lyric Theatre is happening tonight.

Corla Rokocky, Program Director at the Lyric, says the East Coast Kitchen Party will be similar to old fashioned kitchen parties held in Canada’s east.

"A kitchen party, just like you'd see if you were in the Maritimes, with music and clogging and food," she said. "These events are not only fun, but they also help give back to the running of the Lyric and our great programming like Open Stage Youth Talent Night, Youth Improve and Write Out Loud. It helps support bringing in entertainment and supporting local talent as well."

The East Coast Kitchen Party begins at 5 p.m., with tickets available exclusively at Pharmasave.