Calgary Folk Music Festival Set for 2022

The Calgary Folk Music Festival is set to return in 2022 after being cancelled in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Introduction

The Calgary Folk Music Festival is a not-for-profit society and registered charity that produces one of Canada’s most highly respected music festivals. The festival prides itself on presenting a diverse range of musical styles from all over the world in an intimate and interactive setting, providing opportunities for artists and audiences to connect.

The festival takes place annually on the stunning grounds of Prince’s Island Park, in the heart of downtown Calgary. With its natural amphitheatre and beautiful river views, the park is the perfect setting for a summer music festival.

Each year, the festival features over 70 artists from across Canada and around the world, performing on stage together in unique collaborations. The lineup is carefully curated to provide something for everyone, with a mix of established headliners and up-and-coming artists in genres ranging from folk, world, roots, blues and beyond.

In addition to the mainstage performances, the festival offers a wide range of programming options including free concerts, workshops, dance parties, kids’ programming and more.

History of the Calgary Folk Music Festival

The Calgary Folk Music Festival is a Canadian summer music festival, held annually in Calgary, Alberta. The festival takes place over four days in early July in Prince’s Island Park in the downtown core. It features more than 60 artists performing on seven stages.

The Calgary Folk Music Festival was founded in 1980 by Standard Broadcasting executive Ross Gilchrist and Bill Spence, president of the Alberta Federation of Labour. According to Ross Gilchrist, the two were sitting around a campfire at the 1978 Edmonton Folk Music Festival when they came up with the idea to start a similar festival in Calgary. In its first year, the festival featured 22 acts and was attended by 5,000 people.

The festival has been held annually since 1980, with the exception of 2020, when it was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In recent years, the festival has featured a mix of local and international acts, including headliners like Feist, Sarah Harmer, k.d. lang, Emmylou Harris and Neko Case.

The Calgary Folk Music Festival is a not-for-profit organization that is run by a volunteer board of directors. The organization also relies on the support of more than 1,000 volunteers who help with various aspects of the festival each year.

What to expect in 2022

It is Folk Fest time again! The Calgary Folk Music Festival is set to return in 2022, and there is a lot to look forward to. After a year off due to the pandemic, the festival will be back with a bang, and there are sure to be some great performances. Here are some of the things you can expect at the Calgary Folk Music Festival in 2022:

-A lineup of great folk musicians from all over the world
-A variety of food and drink vendors
-Workshops and activities for all ages
-An exciting atmosphere full of music and fun

So mark your calendars and start planning your trip to Calgary for the Folk Music Festival in 2022!

Volunteer and sponsorship opportunities

Volunteer opportunities
The Calgary Folk Music Festival is always looking for enthusiastic volunteers! With such a large event, we rely on the support of volunteers to help us make the festival run smoothly. We have a variety of positions available, from working at the beer gardens to helping with stage set-up.

If you are interested in volunteering, please fill out our online form: [link to form].

Sponsorship opportunities
The Calgary Folk Music Festival offers a variety of sponsorship opportunities for businesses of all sizes. From on-site branding to print and online advertising, we can tailor a package to fit your marketing needs.

For more information about sponsorship opportunities, please contact our office: [phone number] or [email address].

Conclusion

The Calgary Folk Music Festival has been set for 2022. The festival organizers are currently working on the lineup and schedule, and more information will be released in the coming months. In the meantime, mark your calendars and start planning your trip to Calgary!