Nightlife

Harsh words too often erode the confidence of two-spirit people but for some, drag is used to denote their strength. Join us for a night of rebellion as the Brush Arbor Gurlz demonstrate the resilience of two-spirit people.  

Join emcee Ed Bourgeois for an eclectic evening of entertainment: music, comedy theatre, song and spoken word featuring the groovy tunes of the brightest Indigenous talent from across disciplines. A festival favourite.

Virago Nation Burlesque invites you to take a journey into the multifaceted world of Indigenous sexuality. Through humour, seduction, pop culture and politics, they aim to show that Aboriginal women will not be confined to the virgin-whore dichotomy but will forge a new reconciliation with their bodies. (Note: 19+ event; sexually suggestive content; no full nudity)

Get your finger on the pulse of new Indigenous music with local up and coming musicians. Hosted by Suzette Amaya (Kwakwak waka/Cree/Nisga’a/Coast Salish)

Settle into some of the best up-and-coming musicians, DJ’s and vocalists. Hosted by Suzette Amaya (Kwakwak waka/Cree/Nisga’a/Coast Salish)

The members of Virago Nation invite you to take a journey into the world of Indigenous sexuality through unapologetic and empowered burlesque performances. Through humour, seduction, pop culture and politics they will show that Aboriginal women will not be confined to the colonial virgin-whore dichotomy but will design a new dynamic and multi-faceted sexual identity rooted in their own desires. Emceed by […]

Get your finger on the pulse of the best Indigenous music around! Hailing from the Yukon, headliner Diyet (Southern Tutchone/Tlingit) invites you into a soundscape of rhythm, melody and storytelling. She will be joined by a roster of some of the brightest up and coming musical stars – guaranteed to rock the house! Suitable for 19+.Cash Bar

Stemming from the Badlands of the Rocky Mountain prairies, Blue Moon Marquee is a self-styled gypsy blues band. This authentic duo writes and performs original compositions influenced by early blues, swing, and ragtime. A.W. Cardinal, a Metis of Cree heritage, howls with a distinctive thick and smoky vocal while playing a jazz tinged blues guitar. Jasmine Colette, aka Badlands Jazz, […]

Kw’iyilshswit (kwee-yay-l-sh-swait) translates to ‘they’re dancing’! – the perfect way to close the festival! Join festival favorite Beaver T (Cree) for an eclectic evening of entertainment featuring the groovy tunes and antics of the brightest Indigenous talent from across disciplines. Kick back, relax (or put yer dancin’ shoes on!), mingle with artists and share your memories of the last 2 weeks. Suitable for […]