The 48th annual Dawson City Music Festival returns to Dawson City, Yukon, from July 17 to 19, welcoming over 25 acts from across Canada and beyond to historic venues and bringing extra activity to Minto Park and Crocus Bluff Park.
Music will echo through the streets late into the night under the midnight sun. The main hub stays at Minto Park, a municipal historic site since 1904, where the main stage, food vendors, an artisan market, and a beer garden anchor the weekend.
This year’s lineup features Dan Mangan, DijahSB, Daniel Romano’s Outfit, Celeigh Cardinal, Jane Siberry, and many more. Performances spread across beloved Dawson spots like the Palace Grand Theatre, KIAC Ballroom, the Dänojà Zho Cultural Centre, and the Westminster Hotel, giving festival-goers a true taste of the town’s character.
For those needing a place to stay, overflow camping will be open at the Crocus Bluff Park ball field, a short walk from downtown. Alcohol, fires, dogs, and loud noise are not permitted in the camping area. Residents can expect busier streets and parks throughout the weekend, as the event draws visitors from across the country to the territory of the Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in.
The Dawson City Music Festival Association, the non-profit behind the event, also offers volunteer opportunities with weekend passes available for those who contribute 15 hours of help. Full festival details are posted on the festival website.
