40th Annual Festival of Friends
Posted by: Festival of Friends | When: – | Where: Hamilton, Ontario, CAN
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Summary
The Festival of Friends has at least 6 slots reserved for Sonicbids artists. Compensation is provided to selected acts.
The Opportunity
Festival of Friends is Southern Ontario's largest annual free music festival and this year is the 40th anniversary! Each year, over 40 artists are selected to perform in front of 300,000+ people, across 3 stages in the second weekend in August.
There is a wonderful sense of community at the event as participation from artisans, vendors, community groups, local business and volunteerism hold the foundations of the organization. They stand firmly on the strength of their programming and ability to present the best headliners and musical talent free to those who attend, making the Festival of Friends such a highly anticipated and well-attended festival.
Past Performers Include:
Ill Scarlett, Down with Webster, Finger 11, Danko Jones, Ronnie Hawkins, Tommy Cash, Jess Moskaluke, Doc Walker
Previous Sponsors Include:
TD, Y108, Molson, Coors, Ontario Government
The Band
- Wide variety of genres accepted
- Artists from all regions accepted but transportation is responsibility of selected act
The Gig
Details:
- 60 minute set (including set up)
- Stages are indoors and outdoors
- Backline provided only on main stage
- Professional sound and lighting provided
- Sound engineer provided
- Compensation negotiated at time of booking
- Artists keep 75% of merchandise sales
- Light refreshments are provided