Markham Village Music Festival

10/18/2024

‼️EXTENDED DEADLINE: October 27, 2024 at 4 P.M - Call for Indigenous Artists: Public Art Banner Project @ Markham Village‼️

The Markham Village Music Festival invites Indigenous artists and Indigenous artist-led teams to submit concept proposals for original banner artwork. This artwork will be displayed on light poles in various locations throughout historic Markham Village in the City of Markham. The first display location holds historical significance, as it is situated near the site where Indigenous communities thrived thousands of years ago.

The commissioned artist(s) or artist team will create four banner art designs, each measuring 28" W x 76" H. The Festival will handle all fabrication and installation. The Festival invites concept proposals for artwork that reflects the strength, resilience, and culture of Indigenous peoples.

🪶Artist Fee : $4,400 + HST for four banner art designs (no fabrication and installation required) �🪶Extended Deadline: October 27, 2024, at 4 PM ET

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Image 1: Anishinaabe Grandmother Kim Wheatley storytelling at the 47th edition of the Markham Village Music Festival.

Link in bio for more details!

10/11/2024

📢 Call for Indigenous Artists: Public Art Banner Project @ Markham Village 📢

The Markham Village Music Festival invites Indigenous artists and Indigenous artist-led teams to submit concept proposals for original banner artwork. This artwork will be displayed on light poles in various locations throughout historic Markham Village in the City of Markham. The commissioned artist(s) or artist team will create four banner art designs, each measuring 28" W x 76" H. The Festival will handle all fabrication and installation.

The Festival welcomes concept proposals for artwork that reflects the strength, resilience, and culture of Indigenous peoples.

The selection panel will consist of representatives from the arts and culture sector as well as Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities. The panel will recommend up to one artist or one artist team to be commissioned for the project.

🪶Artist fee: $4,400 + HST for four banner art designs�
🪶Deadline: October 21, 2024, at 11:59 PM ET

Link in bio for more details!

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Image 1: Anishinaabe Grandmother Kim Wheatley storytelling at the 47th edition of the Markham Village Music Festival.

10/09/2024

We are happy to announce that our Indigenous Cultural Gathering hosted at the Main St. Markham Farmers' Market was selected for the My Main Street Community Activator! This support allows us to celebrate Indigenous cultures and foster connections between Indigenous and non-Indigenous community members.🧡💜

Thank you FedDev Ontario and Canadian Urban Institute for supporting local communities and revitalizing main streets.

10/03/2024

Have you tried cedar tea🍃? Did you know that it’s an amazing evergreen green that has been an ancient Indigenous medicine. You can sample soothing cedar tea this Saturday, Oct 5th at the Indigenous Cultural Gathering hosted at the Main St Farmers’ Market.

While sipping cedar tea, you must try the complimentary freshly-made bannock with homemade wild blueberry jam🫐. Bannock is the traditional bread of the First Nations of North America. All freshly-prepared by the beloved Tea N Bannock. Don’t miss out on this delicious experience on Saturday, while quantities last!

Presented by the Markham Village Music Festival in collaboration with the Indigenous Action Committee, Main Street Markham and Destination Markham

🫛 9am to 1pm Main St Farmers’ Market
🪶 10am to 1pm Indigenous Cultural Gathering
📿 10am to 1pm Indigenous Vendors

MUSIC CREDIT: The top hit song in 1974, “Come and Get Your our Love”, is by Redbone, a commercially successful rock band, whose members were of First Nation and Mexican heritage. Did you know their heritage was heavily reflected in their music, stage costumes, and album art? “Come and Get Your Love” received revival success as it featured as the opening song for the Marvel movie, Guardian of the Galaxy in 2014.

09/30/2024

Get ready to experience Indigenous cultures and learn about their histories at the Indigenous Cultural Gathering on Oct 5th hosted at the Main St. Farmers' Market.

You can expect a traditional welcome by Obijwe Elder Shelley Charles of Georgina Island First Nation, energizing sounds of the First Nations drumming circle, contemporary music by Indigenous artists, and Indigenous arts & craft vendors.

Be sure to try the complimentary tastings of Indigenous foods and connect with Matt & Ashley Bergman, founders of the Indigenous Action Committee of York Region. Don't miss out on this special event this Saturday.

9am to 1pm Main St Farmers' Market
1 am to 1pm Indigenous Cultural Gathering
10am to 1pm Indigenous Vendors

Presented by the Markham Village Music Festival in collaboration with the Indigenous Action Committee, Main Street Markham and Destination Markham

09/16/2024

Join us on October 5th to learn about the histories and cultures of Indigenous people. Welcome by Ojibwe Elder Shelley Charles of Georgina Island First Nation. Enjoy First Nations Drumming Circle and Contemporary Indigenous musicians. Taste and sample Indigenous foods. Browse the Indigenous vendors and meet the Indigenous Action Committee of York Region. Presented by the Markham Village Music Festival in collaboration with Main Street Markham and Indigenous Action Committee

CREDIT: With permission music by Nimkii Osawamick of the JUNO-nominated band, Nimkii & The Niniis

🫛 Farmers Market 9am - 1pm
🪶 Indigenous Cultural Gathering 10am -1 pm
📿 Indigenous Vendors 10 am - 1pm

07/09/2024

🎉 GIVEAWAY ALERT 🎉

It takes a village 🙌 A huge THANK YOU to all our fantastic government funders, sponsors, supporters, and volunteers for helping to make the 47th Markham Village Music Festival a success 🎶 To say thank you to our amazing community we will be awarding ONE (1) lucky Instagram follower a $150 Longo's Gift Card.

ENTER TO WIN: https://www.instagram.com/p/C9NcL3JueHv/

06/24/2024

Let us know your feedback about the Markham Village Music Festival 2024 here:

Thank you for visiting the Markham Village Music Festival 2024. We would like to invite you to fill out this short survey. If you provide your email address, you will be entered in a draw to win one of two (2) gift cards from a local Markham business

06/15/2024

Thank you to everyone who came out to Day One of Markham Village Music Festival! We look forward to seeing you all today for another amazing day 🎶

📍 Main Street Markham
🎸 Music Festival - June 14 & June 15
🍔 Village Market – June 14 & June 15
🐕 Barkham - June 15th 11am to 7pm
🤹‍♂️ Kidz Zone - June 15th 11am to 5pm

06/14/2024

Markham Village Music Festival is finally here! Click the link to discover all the amazing performances you can see for FREE this weekend: https://www.markhamfestival.com/performance-schedule

📍 Main Street Markham
🎸 Music Festival - June 14 & June 15
🍔 Village Market – June 14 & June 15
🐕 Barkham - June 15th 11am to 7pm
🤹‍♂️ Kidz Zone - June 15th 11am to 5pm

06/13/2024

Want to celebrate the Markham Village Music Festival 2024 a little early? Join us at The Duchess Of Markham TONIGHT for Markham’s longest running weekly music event- The infamous Markham Village Open Mic. The official pre-party for Markham Village Music Festival starts at 8:00pm!

Epidemic Music Group

06/13/2024

Pony Girl is a kaleidoscope of pop unlike any other, turning everyday life into mesmerizing melodies, rock and electronic production. Experience the magic at Markham Village Music Festival!📍 Main Stage South🎶 June 15th 5:45pm – 6:45pm

06/12/2024

Georgia Harmer is a Toronto-based singer-songwriter. Coming from a strong lineage of Canadian artists and poets, Georgia’s music is led by her own unforgettable voice, which glides between soft distorted rockers and bucolic ballads.

Fans and new listeners can find Georgia Harmer performing at Markham Village Music Festival!

📍 Main Stage South
🎶 June 15th 7:15pm – 8:15pm

06/12/2024

🎶 TWO MORE DAYS 🎶Music and dance performances, food and craft vendors, Barkham, Kidz Zone and so much more! What are you most excited for?📍 Main Street Markham 🎸 Music Festival - June 14 & June 15🍔 Village Market – June 14 & June 15🐕 Barkham - June 15th 11am to 7pm🤹‍♂️ Kidz Zone - June 15th 11am to 5pm 📹 by

06/11/2024

🎶Markham Village Music Festival is THREE DAYS AWAY🎶

Leave a 🎵 in the comments below if you will be joining us!

📍 Main Street Markham
🎸 Music Festival - June 14 & June 15
🍔 Village Market – June 14 & June 15
🐕 Barkham - June 15th 11am to 7pm
🤹‍♂️ Kidz Zone - June 15th 11am to 5pm



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06/10/2024

In the same way that her music explores non-linear models of time and space, Zaki Ibrahim’s performances are designed with fluidity and recombination in mind. Catch her intricate performance at Markham Village Music Festival!

📍 Main Stage South
🎶 June 14th 9:45pm – 11:00pm

06/09/2024

Juno award-winning artist LAZO Finn reproduces the greatest hits of Bob Marley as well as his own original hits which are every bit as legendary. Experience Exodus: Bob Marley Tribute featuring LAZO Finn at Markham Village Music Festival 🇯🇲🎶

📍 Main Stage South
🎶 June 14th 8:00pm – 9:15pm

06/08/2024

Do you prefer your festival food to be sweet? Indulge in a delicious Canadian classic from the Beavertail’s food truck 🦫🍁

📍 Main Street Markham
🎸 Music Festival - June 14 & June 15
🍔 Village Market – June 14 & June 15
🐕 Barkham - June 15th 11am to 7pm
🤹‍♂️ Kidz Zone - June 15th 11am to 5pm

06/07/2024

Did you know that as a volunteer-driven and not–for-profit organization, we depend on the major funding support from all levels of government to help us produce the Markham Village Music Festival as a FREE all-ages event? Thank you to our government supporters!

06/07/2024

The Markham Village Music Festival is ONE WEEK AWAY. Visit markhamfestival.com to plan your visit!

📍 Main Street Markham
🎸 Music Festival - June 14 & June 15
🍔 Village Market – June 14 & June 15
🐕 Barkham - June 15th 11am to 7pm
🤹‍♂️ Kidz Zone - June 15th 11am to 5pm

June 14/15, 2024 - Main Street Markham. Live music, great food, & family fun! Join us for the 47th edition of York Region's largest outdoor music festival

06/06/2024

Thank you to all the amazing sponsors whose support will make this year’s Kidz Zone at Markham Village Music Festival the best one yet! Mark your calendars for June 15th from 11am – 5pm. Your family can enjoy over TEN ACTIVITY STATIONS including:

🌿 Nature Play
🍪 Cookie Decorating
🎨 Arts and Crafts
👯‍♀️ Dance Party and Improv Games
🎪 Pin-Back Button
✨ Face Painting
🌼 Photo Booth
🏰 Build and Interactive Community and more!

Commemorate the day of music and fun with the BEST FAMILY PHOTO, as we will have a GIANT BEAR that is sure to be family photo-book worthy!

06/06/2024

Listen to our 2024 Markham Village Music Festival playlist on Spotify and explore some of the amazing artists that will be performing at Markham Village Music Festival 🎶 Which performance are you most excited for?

Listen Here: https://spotify.link/cUrs9Za8RJb

June 14/15, 2024 - Main Street Markham. Live music, great food, & family fun! Join us for the 47th edition of York Region's largest outdoor music festival

06/05/2024

Thank you to our major sponsors RBC, Global Pet Foods (Markham Pet and Stouffville Pet), Geranium, Healthy Planet, and TD for their funding support of Markham Village Music Festival! Your generous contributions have made this amazing event possible 👏💚

📍 Main Street Markham
🎸 Music Festival - June 14 & June 15
🍔 Village Market – June 14 & June 15
🐕 Barkham - June 15th 11am to 7pm
🤹‍♂️ Kidz Zone - June 15th 11am to 5pm