In case you don’t know, Chris Dellinger, the former owner/manager of the Wild Goose Saloon in Parker, was diagnosed with Stage 4 prostrate cancer which has metastisized. He is undergoing some serious medical treatments and we’re pulling for him. Chris was in so many bands before buying the club. He continued to support local bands, like his own, for many years by offering them a super place to play complete with sound system and lights. The fund-raisers will be held for two days this weekend, each with a different line up, and featuring Denver’s own Uncle Nasty (of KBPI) as MC on Saturday, and Bobby Roze on Sunday!
If you can’t attend, please consider donating to the GoFundMe set up by Tabitha Brainard:
https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-chris-dellingers-cancer-battle
Here are the details for THIS SATURDAY’S event:
What: Fund Raiser for Chris Dellinger, recently diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer
When: Saturday, May 16th, 2026
Special Guest MC: Uncle Nasty (a/k/a Gregg Stone)
Time: Doors at 5:00 p.m. – Starting at 5:30 p.m.
Where: The Oriental Theater, 4335 West 44th Avenue, Denver CO (near Tennyson)
Bands: Grunge Lite, Lola Black, HoodRat, Infestation 303, Grind Cat Grind, Luke Schmaltz
All Ages. Bar with proper ID.
Ticket prices vary: $20 – $200 | https://theorientaltheater.holdmyticket.com/tickets/460889
ALL the proceeds will go to Chris Dellinger and his family!
Here are the details for THIS SUNDAY’S event:
What: Fund Raiser for Chris Dellinger, recently diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer
When: Sunday, May 17th, 2026
Special Guest MC: Bobby Roze
Time: Doors at 4:00 p.m. – Starting at 4:30 p.m. (Note time change from Saturday’s event)
Where: The Oriental Theater, 4335 West 44th Avenue, Denver CO (near Tennyson)
Bands: Those Crazy Nights, Trash, Stormescence, Neon the Bishop, Thick Lizzy, Kentucky Straight Band
All Ages. Bar with proper ID.
Ticket prices vary: $20 – $200 | https://theorientaltheater.holdmyticket.com/tickets/460890
ALL the proceeds will go to Chris Dellinger and his family!
Poster
https://www.theorientaltheater.com
Support Chris Dellinger’s Cancer Battle! Fund-Raisers at The Oriental Theater THIS Weekend. Organizer is looking for prize donations.
https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-chris-dellingers-cancer-battle
Colorado Musicians: Matthew Clark Launder: CALLING ALL DENVER & PARKER BUSINESSES:
Help us honor the owners of the Wild Goose Saloon! We are only a couple of days away from Chris Fest at The Oriental Theater (May 16–17), and we’re calling on our local community to help us make a massive impact.
As many of you in the South Denver area know, Chris Dellinger and his wife Lola were the heart and soul behind Parker’s recently closed Wild Goose Saloon. They spent years providing a home for live music and local community—now, it’s our turn to show up for them as Chris continues his fight against cancer.
We are seeking local partners and businesses to donate items for our raffle and giveaways. Whether you are in Parker, the Highlands, or anywhere in between, this is a chance to support a family that has given so much to the Colorado music scene.
The Impact for Your Business:
This is more than a donation—it’s high-visibility placement for two full days.
- 1,400+ Expected Attendees: Two days of massive foot traffic and a captive audience
- Thousands of Digital Impressions: Your business will be featured in our community posts, band pages, and event updates.
- On-Stage Recognition: We’ll be shouting out our donors from the stage all weekend long
- Drive New Customers: Vouchers and gift cards are a proven way to get new locals through your doors.
What we’re looking for:
- Gift Cards (Restaurants, Breweries, Salons, Retail)
- Experiences (Tickets, Classes, Memberships)
- Memorabilia, Instruments, or Local Art
Let’s show Chris and Lola that the “Goose” family is still going strong.
Can you help? DM me directly, and I’ll coordinate a pickup anywhere in the Denver/Parker area this week!
