By Ness Creek Cultural and Recreation

Celebrating 30 Years

Be a Part of Ness Creek 30

Dec 3, 2019 | 8:52 AM

The Ness Creek Music Festival was built on the legacy of a smaller event called “The Ecological Fair,” held in 1989 and 1990 near the current Festival site.

These were small gatherings that featured ecological workshops and displays, and local musicians on a small evening stage.

In 1991 the first Ness Creek Music Festival was held in its current location. What began as a Friday/Saturday Festival with seven bands and 200 people steadily grew over the years to become the beloved Saskatchewan phenomenon it is today, featuring a variety of events that take place over 4 days–over 30 Main Stage performances, a Workshop stage, Eco-Village, Community Kitchen, Children’s Area, Drum and Dance Circle, Sharing Circle, After Hours venue and 3,000 attendees.

The Ness Creek Music Festival is the only one of its kind; fabulous music combined with community, ecology, and the arts, nestled in the forests of rural northern Saskatchewan.

Buy Tickets Here and Camping Tickets Here.

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MORE THAN A MUSIC FESTIVAL

ECO

Our boreal forest location is the cornerstone of the Ness Creek experience. Whether it’s the rustle of the wind in the trees or the sight of a hawk circling far overhead, the wilderness permeates every aspect of the Festival. The land is our heartbeat, its rhythm and flow guiding our behaviour, orientation, and direction. We strive to be stewards of the earth, ever mindful of the Festival’s impact upon it, and to be a green and sustainable community.

MUSIC

Ness Creek brings you cutting edge new Saskatchewan, Canadian, and international music, while keeping you grounded with the bedrock of its traditional roots–blues to bluegrass, folk to funk, and nearly everything in between. Music speaks a universal language and is the best way we know to get people to smile at their neighbours, shake what their mama gave them, and feel connected.

ART

Our main artistic focus has traditionally been on music; however, over the years we’ve expanded our role as an arts presenter. Ness Creek is home to a myriad of artistic expressions, including dance, theatre, spoken word, and visual art. We emphasize activities, performances and workshops that focus on community, cultural understanding, ecology and wellness.

Performing Artist Applications Now Open

Artist Application Form

Agents representing multiple performers are asked to contact the Booking Committee through artistbooking@nesscreek.com.

Due to the large volume of applications, only successful applicants will be notified by April 30, 2020.

Stay tuned on our Facebook page, website, and email newsletter.

BUY TICKETS

NESS: a tent-city in the forest, a 3500-strong family reunion, an unforgettable festival experience.

Join over 3500 people in the forests of Northern Saskatchewan and enjoy indie, roots & folk music from across the globe and close to home, along with over 100 activities from puppetry to permaculture, from dance workshops to kitchen jams.

WEEKEND PASSES

• Limited Early Bird: $135 (Dec 1st to April 30th or while supplies last!)
• Advance: $160 (May 1st or Early Bird Sellout to July 15th)
• Tickets at the Gate: $180

Your festival pass includes FREE camping!* Kids 12 under get into the Festival for FREE! *Separate pass required for camper units over 20′ in length*. These passes available now at the gate until sold out.

DAY PASSES

Thurs: $60, Fri: $70, Sat: $80

• Does NOT Include Overnight Stay.
• Available for purchase day-of only at the Festival Gate.
• Day passes do not sell out

Festival Gates open Thursday at NOON

Driving in the festival campgrounds is prohibited after dark. Arrive early!

FESTIVAL SITE BOX OFFICE HOURS

• Thu July 16: 12pm – 12am
• Fri July 17: 10am – 12am
• Sat July 18: 10am – 12am
• Sun July 19: 10am – 1pm

TICKET OUTLETS

Hard copy tickets will be available in January.

• The Better Good
  714 Broadway Ave, Saskatoon
• McNally Robinson
  3130 8th Street East, Saskatoon
• Alchemy
• 615 2nd Avenue North, Saskatoon
• Third and Main
  300 Main Street, Big Rive

Ticket fees & GST are not included in prices.