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Texada Blues and Roots Festival
August 2 @ 11:00 am - August 3 @ 10:00 pm PDT
$50 – $85
Texada Blues & Roots Festival returns its 9th year to Gillies Bay, showcasing local blues and roots talent on waterfront stages beneath towering pines. Browse artisan market stalls, grab festival eats (those wood-fired pizza trucks are a breeze), and pick up eco-savvy tips – because nothing’s more rock-and-roll than biodegradable sunscreen. With spontaneous beer-garden jams and friendly docks-side vibes, it’s like a weekend chat with your most organized, music-obsessed friend.
Schedule For Texada Blues and Roots Festival
Saturday, August 2 | 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- Opening Ceremony & Welcome Set @ Main Stage
- Afternoon Spotlight: Solo blues acts and acoustic duos
- Artisan Market & Beer Garden Jams (10+ vendor booths)
- Headliner Late-Night Show @ Riverside Stage
Sunday, August 3 | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Blues Brunch @ Gillies Bay Café
- Roots Revival Workshops: Harmonica, Lap Steel & Ukulele
- Family Zone: Kids’ Drum Circle & Face Painting
- Grand Finale All-Star Jam & Community Picnic
Tickets Price For Texada Blues and Roots Festival
- Weekend Pass: $85 (access both days, market entry, plus workshops)
- Single-Day Pass: $50 (choose Saturday or Sunday)
- Kids 12 & Under: Free – because even little deckhands love a good groove
Early-bird tip: Book by July 15 for merch discounts.
Visitor Info For Texada Blues and Roots Festival
- Getting There: Ferries from Powell River to Blubber Bay; Gillies Bay is a 10-minute drive north (festival shuttles available).
- Parking: Limited lakeside spots – carpool or arrive early to snag a prime space.
- Camping: Riverside tent camping on sale now, with eco-friendly facilities and composting toilets.
- Nearby Activities: Hike to Stromberg Falls or swim at Shelter Point between sets.
Official Website
For the full lineup, volunteer sign-up, and festival FAQs, sail over to Texada Blues & Roots Festival
