Salamander Music Fest returns for second year
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This article was published 23/05/2024 (521 days ago), so information in it may no longer be current.
The Salamander Summer Music Festival is returning for a second year this July at Rideau Park, organizers told Brandon City Council.
A couple of the organizers, Sheri Connery and Jenn Watson, said the idea for the festival had a pair of inspirations.
In previous music-in-the-park concerts in Brandon, Connery said people would always say they needed a dedicated local festival for musicians. Then, after the COVID-19 pandemic, there was a desire to get the local music scene going again.
Winnipeg-based performer Kilusan performs as the headliner of the first day of the inaugural Salamander Summer Music Festival last year. (File)
Last year saw more than 400 passes sold, with more than 100 attendees each day. Those attending the festival ranged in age from toddlers to seniors.
With a year of planning and prior experience, Connery said they’re hoping to see 20 per cent year-over-year growth in attendance.
“Accessibility to local music benefits both local artists and spectators,” Connery said.
One of last year’s prominent performers, Brandon-born Mitchell Makoons, recently had his track “Courage” feature on the Indigenous Music Countdown chart’s top five.
Even with the festival going on, Connery said last year’s event at Rideau Park still allowed visitors to have access to the pool, playground and other parts of the greenspace, which is why it is an ideal location for the event.
In order to serve alcohol at the event, organizers need a community event designation from Brandon City Council. Connery said security and fencing for liquor service is being arranged. Council approved granting the designation.
The festival will take place on July 19 from 4 to 11 p.m., July 20 from 4 to 11 p.m. and July 21 from 2 to 11 p.m.
Day passes are $25 plus taxes for adults and $20 for youths. Weekend passes are $60 plus taxes for adults and $50 for youths. Kids under 12 have free admission as long as they accompany an adult with admission.
More information can be found online at salamanderfest.ca
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