SappyFest

SappyFest Sappyfest is a not-for-profit music and arts festival in Sackville, NB. See you August 1st-3rd, 2025 for Sappyfest 20!!

Tune in to Sappyfest Radio for an hour of art, human creativity, and swamp magic! From interviews with the Sappy artists...
06/04/2026

Tune in to Sappyfest Radio for an hour of art, human creativity, and swamp magic! From interviews with the Sappy artists to the latest Sappyfest music, there is much laughter to be had and creation to be discussed at your go-to destination to get ready for our 21st festival!

Mondays - 9 PM on CHMA 106.9 FM in Sackville
Thursdays - 4 PM on CKDU 88.1 FM in Halifax
Thursdays - 7 PM on CHSR 97.9 FM in Fredericton

Sappyfest is looking for people to host visiting artists during the festival! Provide a comfortable place for an artist ...
06/02/2026

Sappyfest is looking for people to host visiting artists during the festival! Provide a comfortable place for an artist to stay and receive a full pass to the festival! We’ll make sure you are paired with appropriate partners for your space and your life-style. Billeting provides a uniquely immersive and rewarding way to participate in Sappyfest and offers a wonderful opportunity to present the best of Sackville hospitality! 

Sign up link is in the bio! Your kindness, generosity, and Sappy spirit is important and appreciated!

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It’s a last minute show announcement! Sappyfest presents q***r post-punk indie rock outfit Tube Top (Guelph, ON) and loc...
05/27/2026

It’s a last minute show announcement! Sappyfest presents q***r post-punk indie rock outfit Tube Top (Guelph, ON) and local songwriter Steven Lambke on Sunday May 31st at Ducky’s Pub. 4pm $10/PWYC at the door. We do it for the love!

Zine Makers and publishers of printed matter! Makers of craft and dealers of wonder and surprise! Applications for part...
05/25/2026

Zine Makers and publishers of printed matter! Makers of craft and dealers of wonder and surprise! Applications for participation in the Sappyfest 21 Zine Fair are open now!

The Sappyfest 21 Zine Fair will take place on Saturday, August 1 from 10:00 am-3:00 pm at The Royal Canadian Legion (15 Lorne Street, Sackville, NB) - information and links to the application form are provided in the comments! See you at the fair!

�Please note: applications will close on June 19

�Sappyfest 21�
July 31- August 2, 2026�
Sackville, NB

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Créateurs de zines et de matières imprimées! Fabriqueurs de bricolages et vendeurs de merveilles et de surprises! Les applications pour participer au Festival de Zines Sappyfest 21 sont maintenant ouvertes!

Le Festival de Zines Sappyfest 21 prendra place le samedi, 1 août de 10:00-15:00 au Royal Canadian Legion (15 Rue Lorne, Sackville, NB) - cliquez le lien dans les comments pour des informations supplémentaires ou pour être dirigé au formulaire d’application! On à hâte de vous y voir!

Veuillez noter: les applications fermeront le 19 juin.

Sappyfest 21
31 juillet - 2 août, 2026
Sackville, NB

The Sappy Street Market brings together food trucks, snack sellers, craft and clothing makers, and unique performers in ...
05/21/2026

The Sappy Street Market brings together food trucks, snack sellers, craft and clothing makers, and unique performers in a site of sustenance and wonder just steps from the main stage tent! 

Interested in vending? Apply now through the link in the bio! 

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Le Marché de Rue Sappy rassemble des camions restaurants, des vendeurs de collations, vêtements et produits artisanaux, et des performeurs uniques dans un grand site de magie et de merveille à quelques pas de la tente principale du festival! 

Intéressé d’y vendre vos biens? Postulez dès aujourd’hui en cliquant le lien dans notre bio!

We are terribly saddened to hear about the passing of cellist / composer Cris Derkson on May 17. Our profound condolence...
05/17/2026

We are terribly saddened to hear about the passing of cellist / composer Cris Derkson on May 17. Our profound condolences to her family, friends, community, collaborators, and everyone who admired her as an artist and musician.

Photograph from Sappyfest 2018 by

CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS: BE A PART OF SAPPYFEST! / APPEL À BÉNÉVOLES: FAITES PARTIE DE SAPPYFEST!Sappyfest is Sackville’s an...
05/13/2026

CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS: BE A PART OF SAPPYFEST! / APPEL À BÉNÉVOLES: FAITES PARTIE DE SAPPYFEST!

Sappyfest is Sackville’s annual festival of music, art, and human creativity. It is the expression of a creative community - and it takes a community to make sure everything runs smoothly and safely, and to create the conditions for connection, magic, and surprise!

We do this together!

There are lots of volunteer roles to choose from and you can specify your availability to suit your needs. The volunteer call is open for all-ages, with youth opportunities available in certain roles. ��

Volunteer for Sappyfest:�
1 - Sign up with the Volunteer Form linked in the comments
�2 - Get free passes to Sappyfest!

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Sappyfest est le festival annuel de musique, d’art, et de créativité humaine. C’est l’expression d’une communauté créative - et ça prend une communauté pour assurer que tout se déroule de manière fluide et sécuritaire. Aidez-nous à créer un environment pour la connexion, la magie, et la surprise!

Il y a plusieurs rôles différents que vous pouvez choisir et vous pouvez préciser votre disponibilité selon ce qui vous convient. Cet appel est ouvert à tous les âges, avec des opportunités pour les jeunes dans certains postes.

On fait ça ensemble!

Faites du bénévolat pour Sappyfest:
1 - Inscrivez-vous avec le Formulaire Bénévolat dans les commentaires
2 - Obtenez des passes gratuites à Sappyfest

It’s everyone’s favourite time of year!(?) The Sappyfest AGM will occur (online) on May 20th! RSVP via the email in the ...
04/18/2026

It’s everyone’s favourite time of year!(?)

The Sappyfest AGM will occur (online) on May 20th! RSVP via the email in the slide!

And a reminder: if you are interested in joining the board please fill out the form in our bio links!

Huge shoutout to the community of members who caretake and maintain the heart and independent spirit of Sappyfest after all these years!

STEVE HALEY is a story-songer of the highest order and a beloved member of Sackville, NB’s thriving creative community. ...
04/02/2026

STEVE HALEY is a story-songer of the highest order and a beloved member of Sackville, NB’s thriving creative community. His recent album Secret Knock reflects on mortality, anxiety, religion, and the mundanity of domestic living - it’s spinning on every turntable in town!

Sappyfest
July 31 - August 2, 2026
Sackville, NB

GREEN EYES, WITCH HANDS is a folktronica band from the renowned folktronica hotspot of Bathurst, New Brunswick, known fo...
04/02/2026

GREEN EYES, WITCH HANDS is a folktronica band from the renowned folktronica hotspot of Bathurst, New Brunswick, known for pairing acoustic guitars with crisp, crunchy beats. They mix natural, unplugged sounds with innovative electronic layers.They shift easily in tone, moving from songs that feel serious or slightly unsettling to moments that are unexpectedly light and humorous. Their lyrics offer impression rather than direct narratives, giving listeners room to find their own connections.

Connect with Green Eyes, Witch Hands at Sappyfest!

Sappyfest
July 31 - August 2, 2026
Sackville, NB

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PO Box 6443
Sackville, NB
E4L1G6

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 8pm
Tuesday 9am - 8pm
Wednesday 9am - 8pm
Thursday 9am - 8pm
Friday 9am - 8pm

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