EFMF E-News February 2025
Early Announcement and looking ahead to August 7 – 10, 2025
We are pleased to announce that Mt. Joy will be headlining the Festival on Sunday, August 10.
“Guests have come to expect a memorable performance on closing night and we are certain they’ll get just that with Mt. Joy capping off this year’s Festival,” says Terry Wickham, Festival Producer.
Mt. Joy last performed at the Festival in 2018. Since then, their undeniable musical prowess and live musicianship are steadily catapulting them to become household names as they fast become one of North America’s most beloved live bands.
Planning is well underway for the festival this year, and we look forward to telling you more in the coming months! The full line up will be announced on May 28. Tickets on sale Saturday June 7, 2025.
New Volunteer applications are now open!
Every August, over 2800 passionate volunteers come together at Gallagher Park to celebrate 4 days of music, culture, food, and community. We value the skills, commitment, and energy that each of our volunteers contribute to make the festival magic happen each year. If you are looking for a rewarding volunteer experience, and would like to be a part of our incredible EFMF volunteer community, fill out an application on our website here.
Vendor applications are open!
Applications are now open for Food and Artisan Market Vendors. Artisans and Concession vendors are an important part of the Edmonton Folk Festival experience. We strive to have high quality and an interesting variety in our vendor areas. Information and application forms are available on our website here.
Is there a vendor you’d love to see at the festival? Please share!
We’re Hiring!
Summer opportunities available in our Festival Admin and Production offices – head to our website here for information and application deadline.
Upcoming Concerts
While we can’t wait to see you on the hill in August, there are plenty of opportunities coming up to stay warm and enjoy live music in Edmonton. We hope to see you out at festivals, clubs, and concerts, keeping the folk fest vibe alive this spring. You’ll find info below about some shows we’ll be checking out!
Live at the Winspear is proud to present Jeremie Albino, Monday March 3, 2025.
From busking the streets of Toronto to gracing some of the biggest stages in Canada, Jeremie’s unique blend of classic country, old-school R&B, early rock ‘n’ roll, and southern soul, has captivated tens of thousands.
Head to winspearcentre.com for tickets and info.
Rose Cousins’ BRAVADO is a record for those who struggle with loneliness and those wishing they had more time alone. It’s for those attempting to make their hearts go in more than one direction and those trying to make it go in just one. It’s for those who present a version of themselves to the world that doesn’t quite match how they feel inside. It’s for those who feel misunderstood or unseen. It’s for those who have a hard time saying what they feel, who hide or can’t let themselves off the hook. It’s for those asking, “is this it?” and questioning if the character they play in the movie of their lives is authentic or just a role they’ve accepted. It’s for those who have a hard time asking for help and for those desperate for and terrified of change.
Rose Cousins at Festival Place Tickets are only $42 and 47 all in price. Purchase at festivalplace.ca
