Vancouver Folk Music Festival recently announced two free community events leading up to its annual event at Jericho Beach Park; this year’s festival will be held July 17–19.
On Saturday, July 11, the festival hosts the Maple Stage at Khatsahlano Street Party, one of Vancouver’s largest free community celebrations. Artistic director Fiona Black will emcee the day-long concert series featuring local performers who reflect the style of music one can expect at the festival. Rooftop Rhythms at Vancouver Public Library Central Branch on Thursday, July 16 will offer an intimate pre-festival experience downtown. El Balcón takes the stage at 2 p.m.
“Folk music has always been about bringing people together,” said Black. “And we want to celebrate that folk is for all. Our Festival is a celebration of music as a gathering place for communities, cultures and generations. And with these two events, I want to encourage everyone to come and learn more about the festival, listen to amazing music and share our excitement at what this year’s festival has in store.”
Vancouver Folk Music Festival is a weekend of internationally acclaimed artists, collaborative performances, food vendors, artisan markets and family programming. The festival opens Friday with performances beginning at 3 p.m. across three stages.
The night’s Mainstage performances include Aysanabee, Hazlett and Sahra Halgan. Saturday and Sunday, the festival starts across three stages at 10:30 a.m. with performances. On the Mainstage Saturday evening are Tami Neilson, Billy Bragg and Ruby Waters; Sunday evening performances include Maruja Limón, Valerie June and BIM (Benin International Musical).
The full performance schedule is on the website and tickets are available:
Weekend Passes
Adult: $250
65-Plus: $220
Student: $165
Single-Day Tickets
Friday:
Adult: $85 | Saturday or Sunday: $150
65-Plus: $70 | Saturday or Sunday: $125
Student/Youth: $45 | Saturday or Sunday: $90
Saturday & Sunday:
Adult: $150
65-Plus: $125
Student/Youth: $90
Evening Tickets
All: $75
All weekend, children 12 and under are free.
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