With the stage and festival grounds at the Kinsmen Beach greenspace and Lake Windermere as a backdrop, the Invermere MusicFest, August 19-21, will be a memorable, entertaining and edgy musical experience for Columbia Valley residents and visitors.

Join in on August 19 for the first-ever Friday Night Kickoff event, featuring high-energy bands, dancing, and tons of fun. The all-day event on August 20 is family friendly, and boasts an incredibly diverse line-up and feel-good vibes.

Call (250-342-4423) to sign up for the Musician Workshops and learn from the pros on August 21.

Artist feature

Petunia and the Vipers

Referred to as the ‘Savior of Country Music,’ Petunia is a man who exists in a different era, bringing the past forth as something new to be celebrated and not forgotten. Imagine David Lynch and Nick Cave had a baby that yodelled; with stunning vocal ability and a penchant for the strange, Petunia shows the world exactly who he is:  an artist, entertainer, and a living example of some of the most glorious aspects of history.

“Last night I saw one of the best bands I’ve ever seen in close to 50 years of attending gigs. It was the incredible Petunia and the Vipers at the Chichester Inn, Chichester. A small but perfectly formed crowd was treated to some incredible musicianship and a totally unique vocalist who can’t really be compared to anyone else. If you get the chance to see this amazing band take it.” – Mike Morrison (American Roots UK)

Have a listen.

Get your tickets online at invermeremusicfest.com or the following locations: Home Hardware, Pynelogs Cultural Centre (Avenue on Main, Invermere). Only $50 for a full-weekend pass, $30 for Friday/Saturday day passes! Kids 12 and under are FREE!

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