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Mission Folk Music Festival 2016

Fraser River Heritage Park22 Jul '16 to 24 Jul '16 @ 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
  • Mission Folk Music Festival 2016
The Mission Folk Music Festival celebrates their 29th year on July 22, 23 & 24 at Fraser River Heritage Park.
 
Board chair John Vissers credits new community partnerships and the generosity of individuals towards fundraising efforts with building the capacity to offer a show this year.  “We’d like to thank everyone that has donated to our 300x300 campaign or supported us in other ways, so many people want us to continue, it’s been a real boost to our efforts to carry on.”
 
“The 29th annual event will definitely be a departure from past years.” said Michelle Demers-Shaevitz, general manager. “The festival will have a more intimate feel both in terms of size and scope. We’ll be smaller but with the same commitment to artistic excellence and eclectic programming, with the heart and passion that has carried this much loved festival through these many years.”
 
Sponsored through a generous patron, Friday evening features two acts starting at 7pm, and is a gift to the community of Mission. Saturday offers a main stage, side stage and participatory workshops, folk art and import market, food concessions and festival bistro. At the behest of festival-goers, a children’s area returns to the event with something for the child in everyone.  Sunday morning starts with a rousing Gospel session. An afternoon of Blues and a Closing Party follow, both of which will be held off-site. The full festival line-up will be announced in early June so stayed tuned to the website.
 
Friday and Sunday events are by donation as organizers ask patrons to “pay what you can.” As a thank you to the community Saturday’s show will be offered at the reduced rate of $29 per person (+GST) in recognition of the festival’s 29th year. Youth rate (13-18) is $10 and children 12 and under are admitted free of charge. On-site camping will be offered on Friday and Saturday nights. Tickets for Saturday and on-site camping go on sale May 26 at www.missionfolk.brownpapertickets.com
 
Follow the festival online at www.missionfolkmusicfestival.ca or on Facebook for news and updates.
 
Photo credit Ben Shaevitz
Event Location Fraser River Heritage Park
Address: 7494 Mary St
Post Code: V2V 6Y9

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