Want to be part of the Winnipeg Folk Festival? Find the program that’s right for you.
For more information on any of these programs, call the Festival at 204-231-0096, or email info@winnipegfolkfestival.ca.
Musicians
We program approximately 75 artists from around the globe and of all genres: electric and acoustic folk, blues, world, traditional, bluegrass, Celtic, roots, alt.country and more. The festival also programs children’s and family entertainment, educational music workshops and ‘alternative’ evening performances (anything from circus acts and film, to bands, dance troupes, and DJs).
In an effort to prevent paper and packaging waste we are requesting that artists interested in performing at the festival submit an electronic press kit (EPK) through Sonicbids.
Don’t have a Sonicbids account?
Please mail a copy of your most recent CD accompanied by a one page bio to:
Artistic Director
Winnipeg Folk Festival
203-211 Bannatyne Ave
Winnipeg, MB R3B 3P2
For more information contact music@winnipegfolkfestival.ca.
Deadline to submit is January 31, 2010
Young Performers Program
Are you aged 14 to 24 and just starting out? Interested in pursuing a career in music? You may be interested in taking part in our Young Performers Program.
- Application deadline: May 15, 2010
- Application form will be available for download January 2010
- More information about the Young Performers Program
Folk Retreat
Amateur musicians of all ages may apply to our Folk Retreat.
Family Entertainment
Storytellers, circus acts, puppeteers and more! If you are interested in performing in our Family Area (the Chickadee Big Top) email a web link (preferably with video) to mhamill@winnipegfolkfestival.ca. If additional materials are required we will contact you to request.
Visual Artists
Professional visual artists may apply to our Prairie Outdoor Exhibition.
- More information on the Prairie Outdoor Exhibition
- Call for submissions page
- The deadline is April 1, 2010
We also have a yearly call for submission for Campground Animation Projects. For information email info@winnipegfolkfestival.ca.
Visual artists aged 14 to 18 may apply to our Young Artists Program. Deadline March 15, 2010.
