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Volunteer Opportunities at the 2013 Festival – Updated
Although many of our crews are full, we are still looking for volunteers to fill some spots. If you are interested in volunteering on one of these crews, please fill out a volunteer application and follow up with Vicki Fannon at volunteers@efmf.ab.ca. Thanks, The EFMF Volunteer Team (Vicki, Katie and Marianne) Perimeter Security This crew is…
Read More2013 EFMF Now Sold Out – some Seniors tix remaining
Tickets sell out to 34th Edmonton Folk Music Festival June 1, 2013 – Edmonton, AB – All adult and youth tickets to the 2013 Edmonton Folk Music Festival have been sold. There are still some Senior tickets available. Half the total tickets available were sold in person at Telus Field starting at 7:00 a.m. this…
Read MoreTicket Limit Update
**New this year: Seniors tickets will no longer be free. Day tickets will be $20 for seniors 65 to 79, seniors who are 80 yrs and over are still free. Seniors who buy all four days can still exchange all tickets for a weekend wristband at the gate if desired. Sales limits: (Updated as of…
Read More2013 Online Account Creation Now Open
If you are hoping to purchase tickets via the Edmonton Folk Music Festival website, we strongly encourage that you create a new account in advance. Tickets will be available online June 1st at 2:00 PM MDT, but having your account created in advance will speed up the process. To create an account click this link…
Read MoreUpdated 2013 Ticket Info
Tickets for the 2013 Edmonton Folk Music Festival will go on sale Saturday June the 1st. **New this year: Seniors tickets will no longer be free. Day tickets will be $20 for seniors 65 to 79, with our “Super Seniors” 80 yrs and over still free. In person June 1st sales will be at Telus…
Read MoreMarch 2013 ENews – More Artists announced
Loreena McKennitt to close the 2013 Edmonton Folk Music Festival on Sunday August 11th Loreena will be making a long-awaited swing through Canada’s Western Provinces in a just-announced, mini tour for the Summer of 2013. “I’m truly excited to be heading back to places that hold such fond memories”, says Loreena. “The musicians and I…
Read MoreSeven Artists announced for 2013 Festival
As the year ramps up we are getting very excited about the 2013 Edmonton Folk Music Festival. To whet your appetites, here are a few artists that are confirmed to play for you on Gallagher Hill in August. Cold SpecksDescribing her sound as “Doom Soul”, Cold Specks’ music is steeped in the musical traditions of…
Read MoreFrom the family of Don Snider
Dear Friends, The family of Don Snider would like to thank everyone who has sent expressions of sympathy over our overwhelming loss. Many thanks to those who phoned, visited, sent emails, food, flowers, and helped throughout Don’s journey. We are forever grateful to the Edmonton Folk Music Festival, the wonderful staff, and volunteers who demonstrated…
Read MoreDon Snider, EFMF Production Manager
Don Snider (August 11, 1953 – November 12, 2012) The family of Don Snider is profoundly saddened to announce the passing of our wonderful husband, father, grandfather, and friend. His battle with cancer was fought with courage, dignity and grace, and he was an inspiration to all of us who watched him take…
Read MoreRaffle Winning numbers
Here are the winning numbers for the EFMF raffle: Early Bird Draw Outdoor Adventure Package Ticket #04555Silver Tarp Prize Pack Ticket #07232 Main Draw 4th Prize HMV Music Package Ticket #108753rd Prize Party Prize Package Ticket #065292nd Prize Sky Suite Package Ticket #093331st Prize Guild Guitar Ticket #07939Golden Tarp Prize…
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