Lineup unveiled for upcoming Lightfoot Days Festival in Orillia
Four-day event, Oct. 31 to Nov. 3, will feature music, workshops, art and events that honour iconic Orillian Gordon Lightfoot.
OrilliaMatters Staff
Oct 8, 2024
Celebrate the legacy of one of Canada’s greatest singer-songwriters at the Lightfoot Days Festival of Orillia, happening from Oct. 31 to Nov. 3, 2024. This four-day festival will feature a vibrant lineup of music, workshops, art, and community events, honouring the iconic Gordon Lightfoot.
Festival Schedule of Events!
Thursday, Oct. 31
7:30 p.m.: Kick off the festival with a live performance by The Lightfoot Band at the historic Orillia Opera House.
Friday, Nov. 1
1 p.m. - 2 p.m. & 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.: Participate in Music Workshops with The Lightfoot Band at Creative Nomad Studios.
7 - 9 p.m.: Join us for Memories of Gordon Lightfoot, a night of stories and music at Creative Nomad Studios.
9 p.m.: Join the music folk crawl at venues in downtown Orillia and other locations.
Saturday, Nov. 2
11 a.m.: Mayor's Proclamation of Gordon Lightfoot Day, featuring music by Steve Porter in front of the Opera House.
11:30 a.m.: Explore the NSA Pop Up Art Show/Sale -Green Room Opera House.
11:30 a.m.: Enjoy the StreetsAlive installation in downtown Orillia.
12 p.m. - 10 p.m.: Join the Folk Crawl at downtown and other venues.
1 - 2 p.m.: Take a Tour of the Opera House, stories of Gordon Lightfoot.
Sunday, Nov. 3
10:30 a.m.: Attend a special church service at St. Paul's Church Centre.
12:30 p.m.: Gather for the Closing Ceremonies at Mariposa Market.
3 - 5 p.m.: Celebrate the festival's conclusion at PicnicWine Tapas Bar featuring the High Steppin Strutters.
Special Event: Gordon's Birthday Celebration
Mark your calendars for Sunday, Nov. 17, at 1 p.m. for a special celebration of Gordon Lightfoot’s birthday at Brewery Bay Food Company.
Contact: Daphne Mainprize, Vice-President, Lightfoot Days Festival:
daphnemainprize@yahoo.ca or facebook/instagram at Lightfoot Days Festival.
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