Jared Sowan

Jared Sowan

Saturday • 5:15 pm | Big Bear Yurt (92 & 118 Avenue)
Sunday • 1:00 pm | The Carrot Community Arts Coffeehouse (9351 - 118 Ave)
Saturday • 4:15 pm | Big Bear Yurt (92 & 118 Avenue)

Jared Sowan, a multi-talented First Nations composer and performer, hails from the Swan River First Nation in Northern Alberta. He is an award-winning instrumentalist who has a powerful voice which is coupled with a sense of humour that will entertain and delight all audiences. His soulful tone brings to mind the old blues and gospel era of yester-year while his music has an edgy raw groove that sits in the pocket. You may want to tap your toe and bop your head or just dance the night away. No matter what age you are or what style of music you enjoy, you will find that you will appreciate and enjoy the entertainment he provides. Jared is an accomplished pianist, guitar player, bass player and drummer. He combines his experience and versatility to give you an exceptional evening of entertainment and music.

Jeremiah McDade

Jeremiah McDade

Sunday • 1:00 pm | The Hearth (9210 – 118 Avenue) - Located inside the Community League
Sunday • 2:00 pm | The Carrot Community Arts Coffeehouse (9351 - 118 Ave)

Jeremiah McDade is a Juno Award winning saxophonist, multi-instrumentalist, composer and arranger. Jeremiah graduated with high distinction from McGill University’s Jazz Performance program and received a distinguished alumni award from MacEwan University. He frequently tours throughout North America and Europe with his group, The McDades, as well as collaborating and recording with many different artists. As a side man, Jeremiah has performed on five Juno- nominated recordings, amongst dozens of others, as well as performing on multiple film scores. Jeremiah was a featured soloist with the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra in 2012, 2014 and 2016 and he performs regularly with big bands in Alberta including the Edmonton Jazz Orchestra and the Calgary Creative Arts Ensemble. Jeremiah teaches saxophone, violin, and wind instruments from around the world privately and as a sessional instructor at MacEwan University.

Marissa K

Marissa K

Sunday 4:00 PM | The Carrot Community Arts Coffeehouse (9351 - 118 Ave)

Marissa K is a vibrant, imaginative singer-songwriter based in Edmonton, Alberta. As a fan of escapism, Marissa strives to transport her listeners through her songs into a unique, colourful world. She focuses her songwriting on storytelling, as her inspiration comes from her background in performing in dance and theatre. Her music evokes the vitality and nostalgia of songwriters such as Vanessa Carlton and Sara Bareilles, but has a distinctive, theatrical writing style that is all her own. 

Eric Yaremko

Eric Yaremko

Saturday • 3:30 pm | Nina Haggerty Centre for the Arts (9225 – 118 Avenue )
Sunday • 12:15 pm | Nina Haggerty Centre for the Arts (9225 – 118 Avenue )

Eric Yaremko is a Ukrainian-Canadian musician from Edmonton Alberta. A pianist of 21 years with a background in classical training, he is also a singer and guitar player, a songwriter, performer, and co-writer. His sound oscillates across many genres including folk, pop, classical, traditional Irish, Ukrainian pop and R&B. He has been performing around Edmonton for 8 years and has performed in countries including Ireland, Norway and the United States.

Keri Lynn Zwicker

Keri Lynn Zwicker

Saturday • 6:30 pm | Nina Haggerty Centre for the Arts (9225 – 118 Avenue )
Born and raised in Edmonton, Keri Lynn Zwicker is the chameleon harpchick about town. From Celtic to Classical, from Irish pub to the Winspear, from Symphony to Ceilidh , while wearing everything from Cowboy Boots to angel's wings. Her crystalline vocals and rhythmic playing are perfectly matched to her imaginative arrangements of traditional material. She tours internationally with David Wilkie’s band Cowboy Celtic, plays second harp with the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra and has studied Latin American techniques with harp master Alfredo Rolando Ortiz. She will be joined by her husband Nathan McCavana on vocals and bodhran (Irish drum).

Terry McDade

Terry McDade

Sunday • 5:15 pm | The Nina Haggerty Centre for the Arts (9225 – 118 Avenue)
Unedited Artist Bio

Terry McDade, with a singular style, is taking the Concert Harp to a new and vibrant place.......including Pop & Jazz favorites! Terry, along with The McDades, has performed with the ESO, many Royal Visits & for various Lieutenant Governors of Alberta . He has performed through out Canada, the U.S & in China and has recorded four critically acclaimed CDs to date; Harpe Danse, Midwinter, Noel and 2011’s Winter Rose. Terry is also featured on recordings by his children with their Juno Award winning group, The McDades.

Brianna Lizotte

Brianna Lizotte

Saturday • 1:15 pm | Big Bear Yurt Stage - 92 Street & 118 Avenue (Located in Pipon Village)
Sunday • 2:15 pm | Big Bear Yurt Stage - 92 Street & 118 Avenue (Located in Pipon Village)

“Blending traditional fiddling with bluegrass chords and Metis rhythms, Brianna Lizotte and her band have an eclectic set for audiences that include original tunes and old time favourites. Not only will listeners have their toes tapping throughout the show to upbeat melodies, but they'll also leave Brianna's performance with more knowledge about her music and the important role kitchen parties have within the Metis community. With ripping fiddle solos and traditional spoons rhythms, Brianna promise's that there is a tune for everyone to enjoy during her showcase.”

Melody McArthur

Melody McArthur

Saturday & Sunday • 3:15 pm | Big Bear Yurt (92 & 118 Avenue)

Melody McArthur is a multi-award-winning and internationally recognized singer, songwriter, and actor from Alberta, Canada who has taken the music and theatre world by storm. A powerful voice and penchant for emotionally-driven performances, she’s released six full-length albums and is set to release her seventh, The Gospel Truth, in 2026. McArthur’s also captivated theatre audiences as the former lead in the hit touring musical Bear Grease, including during its off-Broadway debut summer of 2025. A self-made artist who writes her music and crafts her brand, McArthur’s work has garnered national and international recognition, including honours from Edify Magazine’s Top 40 Under 40 and a 2025 Horizon Alumni Award from the University of Alberta. McArthur’s influence extends beyond the stage through mentorship, advocacy and inspiring the next generation of artists.

Charles Favel - Indigenous Dancer

Charles Favel - Indigenous Dancer

Sunday • 3:30 pm | New Moon Pavilion (93 Street & 118 Avenue)

Hello I’m Nahiyow from the mountain Cree camp Alberta, also from Rocky boy Montana I grew up in the mountains where I learned and practiced my culture. This was how we learned to survived off the land. Our camp was located in the foothills when we first moved off reservation my mother, grandmother and grandpa lived in canvas tents with wood stoves as it provided us with heat and a source to cook food and heat up water. we didn't and still don’t have indoor plumbing, no indoor washroom, no taps to wash our hands freely. we got our water from the springs that cane fresh from the mountains. Trees for our fire, fire for our cooking and wild meats like moose, deer, elk and fish was our main foods sources. There was also a variety of fresh berries we would harvest for a little sweet snacks.

Edmonton school of Ukrainian dance

Edmonton school of Ukrainian dance

Sunday • 1:00 pm | New Moon Pavilion (93 Street & 118 Avenue)

In 2024, the Edmonton School of Ukrainian Dance celebrated its 36th year and we have gained much recognition in leading Ukrainian dance in the community. Experienced, caring teachers for dancers of all ages are an essential ingredient to the success of the school. Under the direction of Ken Kachmar and instructors Trish Kushniruk, Debbie Kachmar Potter, Shaughnessy Potter, Xavier Potter, Andrew Trykalo, Matthew Karpiak, Mikaila Petrov Bezovie and Kennedy Kachmar, we will continue to specialize in Ballet, Character Dance and Ukrainian Folk dance with a child development focus. Children are taught systematically, following sequential instruction and learning through fun and repetition.

Zorianka Ukrainian Dancers

Zorianka Ukrainian Dancers

Sunday • 12:30 pm | New Moon Pavilion (93 Street & 118 Avenue) - Parking Lot

Zorianka Ukrainian dancers has been around for over 45 years. This year we have 4 groups, Zirka ages 6-10 , Jr. Zoria Ages 12-15, Razom ages 18-23 and our Adults ages 30 +

We are a Fun family based group that loves to travel. Zorianka will be performing on Royal Caribbean Cruise Ship to Alaska this coming July 2024.

JONO

 
 

JONO

Saturday 5:00 PM • New Moon Pavilion (93 Street & 118 Avenue) - Parking Lot

Jono is a hip-hop artist hailing from the Moncton in New Brunswick. Now based in Moncton, the self-taught producer began captivating audiences in 2019 with instant reactions from the crowd. Opportunities unfolded for Jono, including performances at Pop Montreal and the Festival 506 in 2021.

In April 2022, collaborating with his DJ, Metaphyzik, the boom-bap style of Swedish artist BBZ Darney converged with Jono’s modern sounds to create his debut project, “Party Chenous.” A finalist for the Music NB Awards in the Recording of the Year category, the album is considered by some as the new classic of Acadian hip-hop.

In 2023, Jono was chosen to represent New Brunswick at the Jeux de la Francophonie in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. He will also be part of the 56th edition of the Festival international de la chanson de Granby. He will kick off 2024 in a residency at Entr’Art in Dead Man’s Flat, Alberta, where he will focus on solidifying his stature in Acadian hip-hop through the creation of his next album.

Joël Lavoie

Joël Lavoie

Saturday • 1:45 pm | New Moon Pavilion (93 Street & 118 Avenue) - Parking Lot
Saturday • 3:00 pm | The Hearth (9210 – 118 Avenue) - Located inside the Community League

Alberta, Canada based singer-songwriter, guitarist & producer, Joël Lavoie, has been honing his craft since he first picked up the guitar at the age of 12.

Joël has studied Blues, Rock, Metal, Jazz, Country and Folk styles from various parts of the world, but his main passion has always been the Blues. Joël brings a unique approach his song writing, blending various styles from the Americas and Western Africa and crafts songs in both French and English languages.

www.fivechordmusic.com/epk

Zach Willier

Zach Willier

Saturday • 4:15 pm | Big Bear Yurt (92 & 118 Avenue)

Zachary Willier is a métis and Country style fiddler who comes from High Prairie, Alberta but currently lives in Edmonton where he is performing at many different events all over and around the city. He has performed on stage with Natalie MacMaster at the Jubilee Auditorium, and was picked to represent Alberta as a junior showcase performer at the Canadian Grand masters virtual fiddle celebration. As well as fiddle he also sings in the old fashioned country western style and loves to bring back old songs when performing. When not on the road performing he enjoys practicing and collecting LP records.

Janet Paskemin

Janet Paskemin

Saturday • 2:15 pm | Big Bear Yurt (92 & 118 Avenue)
Sunday • 1:15 pm | Big Bear Yurt (92 & 118 Avenue)

Janet Paskemin, is a Cree-Nakota singer and jingle dress dancer, a descendant of chiefs Mistahi- Maskwa and Poundmaker, the youngest daughter of 10 children and single mother of 4. Janet has been singing and recording music with her family drum group Sweetgrass Singers, since 1983, they were nominated for a 2018 Juno award in the category of Traditional Indigenous music.

The Felt Hat String Band

The Felt Hat String Band

Sunday • 2:00 pm | The Hearth (9210 – 118 Avenue) - Located inside the Community League
Sunday 3:15 pm | The Nina Haggerty Centre for the Arts (9225 – 118 Avenue)
Sunday 4:45 pm | New Moon Pavilion (93 Street & 118 Avenue) - Parking Lot

John Calverley is the violinist and leader of the Felt Hat String Band. The group includes some of Canada’s finest professional musicians playing in the hot swing-jazz style. This quartet which includes violin, two guitars, and bass, came about from a love of the 1930’s Gypsy-Jazz pioneered by Django Reinhardt and
Stephane Grappelli. The Felt Hat String Band performs melodies from the canon
of this genre in a new and refreshing way, while staying true to the origins of this
classic sound. The Felt Hat String Band is: John Calverley - violin, Jamie Philp - Guitar, Don Ehret - guitar, Josh McHan - Bass.

Zechariah Lim

Zechariah Lim

Sunday • 2:30 pm | Nina Haggerty Centre for the Arts (9225 – 118 Avenue )

Zack grew up in Sherwood Park, playing (and practicing!) piano since the age of 5. Classically trained in Royal Conservatory, he often participated in the Sherwood Park music festivals and was an active leader in his high school band program. Currently, he is studying jazz at MacEwan University as a composition major, and enjoys listening to a wide variety of genres from jazz and classical all the way to J-rock and alternative. When not studying, Zack teaches at the Sherwood Park School of Music in hopes to develop his student’s skills so they can learn the joy of music!

Jay Gilday

Jay Gilday

Sunday 3:00 PM | The Carrot Community Arts Coffeehouse
Sunday • 5:15 pm | Big Bear Yurt (92 & 118 Avenue)

A vagabond turned mailman, Jay Gilday has searched for himself in the depths of Folk, blues, traditional, rock and most recently soul music. The quest continues as Jay takes his experiences from the roads of Canada, the daily roller-coaster of work, family, and performance and weaves them into song. Jay’s live performance is executed with a trained voice and a passion to drive it backed up by a heavy hitting guitar, finger-style or flat-picked, your choice.