Join us for a special evening celebrating climbing culture and adventure with Canadian climbing legend, Will Gadd. Join us at MEC Calgary on June 2 for another great Mountain Speaker Series event featuring Will Gadd presented by Black Diamond. Take part in an audience Q&A, check out the latest gear from Black Diamond and enter for a chance to win sweet prizes. Tickets are just $20 - spots are limited so reserve your tickets today. Event details Where: MEC Calgary (830 10 Ave SW) When: Tuesday, June 2, 2026 Doors: 6:30pm, event from 7-9pm Tickets are just $20 (+ taxes/fees) with all proceeds donated to Outdoor Impact partner TABVAR (The Association of Bow Valley Area Rockclimbers) What to expect •Listen to iconic climbing stories from Canadian climbing legend Will Gadd •Participate in an interactive audience Q&A session with Will •Check out the latest gear from Black Diamond •Enter to win sweet prizes from Black Diamond, MEC, and our community partners •Connect with your local climbing community, including TABVAR, Kumphy Shoes, Calgary Climbing Centre, Bow Valley Climbers Access Society, and Bolder Climbing •Enjoy some light snacks and non-alcoholic beverages, courtesy of MEC •Members get more at events: Join our outdoor loyalty program to unlock member-exclusive event perks. Grab your free MEC Member swag bag and shop an exclusive event discount on Black Diamond climbing gear.* Not a member? Sign up today for free. Prizes and swag We'll have over $1000 in sweet prizes and swag up for grabs from: •Black Diamond •MEC •Kumphy Shoes •Calgary Climbing Centre •Bolder Climbing Terms and conditions Winners for all prizes will be chosen from ticket purchasers only. Winners must be present to claim prizes and are only eligible to win one prize per person. Members get more at events Members make MEC what it is: a community with a shared passion for the outdoors and a desire to do good for the planet. Enjoy Member Pricing on MEC Label gear, exclusive offers, gifts, early access to events, and three levels of rewards to unlock more perks as you gear up for your favourite outdoor activities. Additionally, members at our Mountain Speaker Series event with Will Gadd x Black Diamond will also get: •A free MEC Member swag bag •An exclusive event discount on Black Diamond climbing gear* Not a member? Sign up today for free. *Black Diamond discount only applicable to registered event attendees who are MEC Member Rewards members. Members will receive their discount card at check-in and must present it to the cashier at checkout to redeem. One card per member, terms and conditions apply. Read more