Summer festivals abound from late spring through September in Canada’s West Coast in southwestern British Columbia. Music is in the air almost every weekend; just follow the magical melodies and captivating rhythms.  Its artists will share their compelling west coast stories.

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  1. 2 Rivers Remix is an Indigenous-majority NGO based in ’Q’emcín aka Lytton, BC that since 2018 has organized a festival, as well as other music and … read more

  2. Harrison Festival of the Arts, now in its 44th year, takes place in the beautiful village of Harrison Hot Springs, BC. Over 10 days it brings high quality roots … read more

  3. Formed in 1995, the Festival has grown from a small gathering to one of Canada’s premier roots, folk and global music festivals that celebrates musical … read more

  4. A beloved summer event, The Vancouver Folk Music Festival (VFMF) is now entering its 45th year on the unceded territories of the Musqueam nation in beautiful Jericho … read more

  5. From the banks overlooking the Fraser River, the Mission Folk Music Festival has celebrated music, dance, stories, and songs from across Canada and around the world. … read more

Artist Testimonials

Curated by the participating festivals, these artists give you a window into what makes this region unique and their inspiration for calling it home.

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