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2027 Canadian Folk Music Awards — event in Sydney & CBRM, Cape Breton

2027 Canadian Folk Music Awards

Friday, April 9, 2027 · 3:00 a.m. · Sydney

The 2027 Canadian Folk Music Awards take place April 8–11 in Sydney, featuring concerts and public events celebrating Canadian folk music.

This four-day festival runs April 8–11, 2027 in Sydney and features concerts across four categories: songwriting, traditional and global roots, contemporary folk, and family-friendly music. An all-access pass covers entry to all public events and awards concerts. Super early bird passes are $75 plus HST until October 15, 2026.

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Can't make this night? 2027 Canadian Folk Music Awards has 3 other upcoming performances:

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