On April 30, 2024, the Canadian Live Music Association (CLMA) announced the launch of Hear and Now: Understanding the Economic Power and Potential of Canada’s Live Music Industry. This offering marks the first-ever Economic Impact Assessment (EIA) of the live music...
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Squamish Constellation Festival Looks to Shine Bright
With a void of live music festivals being felt in Squamish, B.C., Kirsten Andrews, Patricia Heintzman and Tamara Stanners all knew they had past experience that could lead to something special, that could help add to the community. With their passion for supporting, nurturing, and promoting music, the trio felt a calling to create Squamish Constellation Festival.
Their inaugural festival was held in 2019 and returns this year, running from July 22 to July 24th at Hendrickson Field in Squamish, B.C.. This year’s festival is headlined by July Talk, Black Pumas, Sarah Mclachlan, featuring performances from Dear Rouge, Jessia, Mauvey, Ocie Elliot, Fake Shark, Hotel Mira, and many more.
Not only will the aim be to shine a light on live music, the festival will be featuring local artists, artisan and creators on the event grounds. Circus West will be captivating audiences across the entire festival grounds with their site– wide circus performances, workshops and installations alongside local artists showcasing throughout the festival.
Tickets are still available for the Squamish Constellation Festival on July 22-24, visit the website for more details.
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