Sooke Music Festival

06/24/2026

🎪 Vendor Applications Still Open! 🎨🛍️✨

We're building an incredible Vendor Village for this year's Sooke Music & Art Festival, and we're looking for more artisans, makers, creators, community organizations, and local businesses to join us!

This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your products, connect with thousands of attendees, and be part of one of Sooke's most vibrant celebrations of music, art, and community.

✨ Thousands of festival-goers
✨ Live music and entertainment throughout the weekend
✨ Family-friendly atmosphere
✨ A great way to promote your business and connect with new customers

Already approved as a vendor?
Please remember that your space is not secured until payment has been received. If you've been meaning to complete your registration, now is the time! We want to make sure you don't miss out as we finalize our vendor lineup.

We're especially interested in hearing from:
🎨 Artists & artisans
🕯️ Makers & crafters
👕 Local businesses & retailers
💚 Community groups & non-profits
🌿 Wellness and lifestyle vendors

📅 Spaces are limited and filling up quickly!

For vendor information and registration, visit:

https://www.sookemusicfestival.ca/getinvolved

Know someone who would be a great fit? Tag them below or share this post to help us build an amazing marketplace showcasing the best of our community!

There are several ways to get involved with the Sooke Music & Art Festival, including becoming a vendor or joining our volunteer team.

06/21/2026

🎶 Make Music Day is June 21! 🎶

Music has a way of bringing people together, lifting spirits, and creating unforgettable memories. On Make Music Day, we celebrate the musicians, singers, songwriters, and music lovers who help make our community so vibrant.

Whether you're playing on a stage, jamming with friends, singing in your kitchen, or dancing barefoot in the grass, take a moment to make some music and share the joy.

We're proud to be part of a community that embraces live music and supports artists of all ages and genres. 🎸🎤🥁🎻

How will you celebrate Make Music Day? Tell us in the comments!

🌿 Counting down the days until we can all come together again at the Sooke Music & Art Festival and fill Fred Milne Park with music, art, and community spirit.

06/19/2026

🔥🎶 Artist & Artisan Announcement! 🎶🔥

The Sooke Music & Art Festival is proud to welcome local favourite Ry Patrick Fogarty to the stage on Friday, August 7th!

A true Sooke talent, Ry's music is rooted in authentic storytelling, rugged West Coast spirit, and a deep connection to the people and places that inspire his songs. His heartfelt lyrics and engaging performances have earned him a loyal following throughout the region, and we're thrilled to have him as part of this year's festival lineup.

But that's not all! Ry is also the founder of Leechtown Blacksmith Company, and you'll be able to visit his vendor booth on Saturday to check out his handcrafted blacksmith creations. It's a unique opportunity to experience both sides of Ry's creativity—from the songs he writes to the metal he shapes.

Come support a local artist, craftsman, and member of the Sooke community!

📅 Performing Friday, August 7
🛠️ Vendor Booth Saturday, August 8
📍 Fred Milne Park, Sooke

🎟️ Get your tickets today and join us for a weekend of music, art, artisans, food, and community.

https://sookemusicfestival.tickit.ca/

06/17/2026

🎶 Looking for some live music tonight? 🎶

Our friends at Sooke Radio Society are hosting a Party on the Patio this evening featuring Shaun Gall and Gall Wing!

This is your chance to catch an intimate performance and get a sneak peek at what they'll be bringing to the stage when they perform at the Sooke Music & Art Festival on August 7th.

Grab some friends, enjoy a summer evening supporting local live music in Sooke. 🎸☀️

Who's heading out tonight? Let us know in the comments! 👇

06/14/2026

🎶❤️ A huge thank you to Save-On-Foods for their generous donation to the Sooke Music & Art Festival!

As a non-profit, volunteer-run festival, community support makes all the difference. Contributions from local businesses and organizations help us continue bringing live music, arts, culture, and family-friendly experiences to our community while keeping the festival accessible for everyone.

We're incredibly grateful for Save-On-Foods' support and commitment to community initiatives like ours.

If your business is looking for a meaningful way to give back, we'd love to connect with you. Sponsorships, donations, and in-kind contributions all help make the Sooke Music & Art Festival possible. Together, we can continue celebrating local artists, musicians, and the vibrant spirit of our community.

To learn more about sponsorship and partnership opportunities, please send us a message.

Thank you for helping keep the arts alive in Sooke! 🎵🎨

06/12/2026

🎶 Volunteer Update! 🎶

The response from our community has been incredible — thank you! We've filled most of our volunteer positions for Friday night at the Sooke Music & Art Festival.

We still have a few volunteer openings available on Saturday, and we'd love to have you join the team. Volunteers help make the festival possible while enjoying great music, amazing people, and a behind-the-scenes festival experience.

Interested? Sign up today: Sooke Music Festival Volunteer Information

🎵🤝☀️

06/10/2026

🐾 A Friendly Reminder About Dogs at the Festival 🐾

We love our four-legged friends, but the Sooke Music and Art Festival must follow the rules and regulations that apply to Fred Milne Park.

For the safety and enjoyment of all festival guests, and in accordance with posted park regulations, dogs are not permitted within the festival grounds during the event. The District of Sooke's park regulations require visitors to obey posted restrictions and signs within parks.

We know many of you would love to bring your furry companions, but with large crowds, live music, food vendors, children, and busy event activities, it's best for everyone if pets stay home and enjoy a relaxing weekend of their own.

Thank you for helping us create a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable experience for all festival-goers. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.

🎶 See you at the festival — humans only! 🎶

06/10/2026

The news about Rifflandia being canceled is a reminder that music festivals don't just happen on their own. They survive because communities show up, buy tickets, volunteer, sponsor, and support local artists and organizers year after year.

Festivals are more than entertainment. They create opportunities for musicians, bring people together, support local businesses, and help define the culture and character of our communities.

If we want live music, local talent, and community celebrations to continue thriving on Vancouver Island, it's important to support the festivals we still have. Every ticket purchased, every share on social media, and every person who attends makes a difference.

Sooke Music Festival is built on community support, and we're grateful for everyone who helps keep live music alive. Let's continue showing up for local events and ensuring these experiences remain part of our future.

Support local. Support live music. Support the festivals that make our communities special. 🎶❤️

https://sookemusicfestival.tickit.ca/

06/07/2026

Don’t wait until everyone’s talking about it afterward… 👀🎶

Grab your tickets to the Sooke Music & Art Festival today and get ready for a weekend of incredible live music, art, food, community, and unforgettable west coast vibes. 🌊☀️

August is coming fast — and this summer is going to sound amazing.

🎟️ Get your tickets now!
https://sookemusicfestival.tickit.ca/