Own a piece of the magic.
Tickets and investment now open — early access for 2025 Attendees ends Oct 10.
For Ticket Buyers
Ready for in 2026?
Lock in your ticket now while prices are at their lowest price.
For Future Owners
Want to own the magic?
Buy stock in Same Same But Different Festival and lock in your passes through owner perks.
We danced. We connected. Now we want you to own the festival with us.
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Invest FAQs
Learn more about our investment program
Is this actual stock ownership in the festival?
Yes, when you invest via Wefunder, you receive a security that gives you equity in the company behind Same Same But Different. In other words, you are buying ownership (shares or units) in the business, not just pledging or donating.
Wefunder operates as an equity crowdfunding platform, meaning that backers are investors, not customers or supporters in the donation sense. The equity you receive could be delivered via a SAFE, convertible instrument, or another equity structure, depending on the terms of this particular round.
Because it is a private company equity investment, there won’t be a public stock ticker or open trading on stock exchanges. You can realize returns only if the company is acquired, goes public, or pays distributions according to the terms of the offering.
As with any equity investment in a private company, there are risks, including dilution and illiquidity. Be sure to review the full offering materials and Wefunder’s disclosures before investing.
Do investors get special perks at the festival?
Yes, depending on your level of investment, perks may include exclusive merch, VIP or backstage access, and other festival experiences. Wefunder will list these clearly when you invest.
Is this investment the same as buying a ticket?
No, investing is separate from purchasing a ticket. When you invest, you’re buying equity in the festival’s parent company. Tickets still need to be purchased, though some investment tiers may include tickets as perks.
What do I get if I invest?
Investors receive equity in the festival’s parent company, meaning you share in our future success. Depending on your investment level, you may also unlock exclusive perks like VIP passes, merch, or behind-the-scenes access.
How much can I invest?
You can invest as little as $100. There’s no requirement to be an accredited investor until higher investment tiers are reached. Wefunder makes it possible for anyone to participate and own a piece of the festival.
What happens after I invest?
You’ll receive updates, perks, and access to our co-owner community.
Is this a donation?
No, it’s an equity investment with potential upside.
Now, for the first time ever, we’re inviting our closest friends and family (that’s you!) to help shape the future of Same Same But Different… not just as attendees, but as co-owners.
We’re opening an investment round where you can own a piece of the magic that is SSBD.
This is YOUR early access, before it goes public on October 10th.
Whether you invest or not, we’re still showing up for our community with the Community Ticket Tier.
As always, this is our most accessible pricing of the year.
For 2026, we’re keeping it transparent: clear tier limits, no surprise jumps, and the best deals going to the people who show up early.