40th Anniversary Islands Folk Festival
Schedule
Fri Jul 19 2024 at 05:00 pm to Sun Jul 21 2024 at 05:00 pm
UTC-07:00Location
Providence Farm | Duncan, BC
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The Cowichan Folk Guild is thrilled to announce the 40th AnnualIslands Folk Festival, set to take place from July 19-21, 2024 at Providence Farm in Duncan, BC.
This milestone event promises to be a memorable celebration of music, culture, and community, featuring an impressive lineup of local and international artists, ensuring there's something for
everyone.
"We are incredibly excited to mark the 40th anniversary of the Islands Folk Festival," said
Artistic Director, Jack Connolly. "Providence Farm has been the perfect backdrop for this event for 40 years, and we look forward to welcoming both returning and new festival-goers for a weekend of fantastic music, food, and camaraderie."
Highlights of the festival include:
• Live Performances: Featured artists include folk legends Valdy, James Keelaghan and
Eileen McGann, new folk heroes Big Little Lions, Scotland’s Shooglenifty, New
Zealand’s Mel Parsons, blues icon Murray Porter, and the Sacred Steel Summit Revue
featuring The Lee Boys and Calvin Cooke.
• Workshop: Engaging workshops for all ages, including songwriting and storytelling
sessions.
• Camping Experience: Enjoy the full festival experience by camping on-site with your family. Space for tents and RVS, steps away from the Islands Stage and the Sparkle Zone.
• Sparkle Zone/ Wee Folks Area: A dedicated area for children filled with fun! The Sparkle Zone will feature crafts, games, interactive performances, a slip & slide, and don’t forget the much anticipated kids parade!
Other notable performers include Firebird, Twin Embers, Clanna Morna, Tai Williams, Infinite Atom, Ed Peekeekoot, Jenny Allen, Claire Coupland, Shineolas, Hardly Handsome, From the Earth, Luke Wallace, King Cardiac, Eugene Smith, Richard Garvey, Marina Avros, Ghostly Hounds, Desmond Day, Eileen McGann, Dave Gallant, The Tzinquaw Dancers, and the Lila Community Choir.
We humbly acknowledge that this event takes place on the unceded and ancestral land of the Quw'utsun Mustimuhw and of the Hul'q'umi'num speaking people.
Advanced tickets are now available online, kids under 12 are FREE! Camping options are also offered for those who wish to immerse themselves fully in the festival experience.
For more information on the lineup, tickets, and volunteer opportunities, please visit www.islandsfolkfestival.ca or contact the festival office at (250) 748-3975
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Where is it happening?
Providence Farm, 1797 Tzouhalem Rd, North Cowichan, BC V9L 5L6, Canada,Duncan, British ColumbiaEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
