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2020 (paused)Canmore Folk Festival T-Shirt
Wednesday, June 10, 2020
We’re gearing up for a different summer than we’re used to, to say the least. But that doesn’t mean that we can’t keep old traditions alive. While the Canmore Folk Music Festival has been a huge part of summer in the Bow Valley for 42 years now, we made… Continue Reading
John Wort Hannam and Amelie Patterson live streamed from artsPlace
If you’re missing live music like us, we’ve got good news for you! The Canmore Folk Music Festival is pleased to announce that we will be partnering with the National Arts Centre for an unforgettable show, live-streamed from artsPlace Canmore. Tune in on Thursday, June 18th at 7:30 pm… Continue Reading
2020 Canmore Folk Festival: COVID-19 Cancellation Letter To The Community
Tuesday, April 21, 2020
Folkies, It is with heavy hearts that we are announcing the cancellation of the 2020 Canmore Folk Festival. We are as heartbroken as you are. If the separation and isolation of this pandemic has taught us anything, it is the importance of community. We have always believed a healthy community… Continue Reading
Thanks to the folks who help make it all happen!
Wednesday, July 17, 2019
THANKS TO THE FOLKS WHO STEP UP TO MAKE IT ALL HAPPEN! As we near the festival we wanted to step back to thank our sponsors. Without the support of our sponsors, it would be impossible to offer the Canmore Folk Festival experience in the way that we’ve all come… Continue Reading
Hijinx Family Area
Tuesday, July 16, 2019
Hi Jinx Family Area Hijinx and the CFMF are proud to bring back our amazing family area! Read on to learn all about what we have to offer in 2019 !!! CRAFT AREA Join our Festival Crew in the Craft Tent for some fun activities including friendship bracelets, bookmarks and… Continue Reading
Get where you’re going with ROAM Transit and the Canmore Folk Festival
Did you know that we are lucky enough to partner with Roam transit again for the 2018 Folk Fest? That’s right! Our regional transit authority will have special bus times to allow Folkies to return to Banff by bus after the end of Folk Festival Main Stage performances TAKING… Continue Reading
Ride your bike to the 42nd
The Canmore folk festival is pleased to be partnering with the Canmore Community Cruisers to offer secure bike parking this year. This makes it even more convenient and enjoyable to GO BY BIKE to Centennial Park. Enjoy the fabulous mountain scenery and local vibe as you pedal from… Continue Reading
Safety at the Canmore Folk Festival
Wednesday, July 3, 2019
Canmore Folk Music Festival Safety Info The Canmore Folk Music Festival staff and volunteers have the safety and security of our festival patrons as a priority throughout the weekend. We continuously monitor the weather and all activities on site. In the event of a major incident on the festival site,… Continue Reading
Festival App 2019
Sunday, June 16, 2019
Download the Canmore Folk Music Festival app! The Canmore Folk Music Festival app has an easy-to-use interface and all of the information you need to prep for the festival! We encourage everyone who is coming to the Folk Festival to download the app on their phone to help make… Continue Reading
Fest By Bike // Contest
Saturday, May 18, 2019
Fest By Bike // Contest The Canmore Folk Festival is pleased to partner with the Canmore Community Cruisers again to offer onsite secure bike parking. This makes it even more convenient and enjoyable to GO BY BIKE to Centennial Park. Enjoy the fabulous mountain scenery and local vibe as you… Continue Reading