Celebrating Our 52nd Edition, August 2-5, 2024
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Kempenfest 2023 Official Guide
2023 HEADLINERS ON THE OLG MAIN STAGE
Rotary Beer Garden
Rock 95 presents
Finger Eleven
Originally from Burlington, the band has toured worldwide, bringing their grunge and prog rock sound to the masses. Now Finger Eleven’s coming to party with Barrie, and with seven successful studio albums under their belt, this is one party you won’t wanna miss.
Friday August 4 – doors 5pm
Rock 95 presents
Tom Cochrane
Tom Cochrane rose to fame as the iconic frontman for the rock band Red Rider. Winner of eight Juno Awards and creator of essential road trip anthem Life is a Highway, Cochrane continues to put on crowd-pleasing performances from coast to coast.
Saturday August 5
Free show starts at 12:15pm
Ticketed show starts at 5:00pm
Pure Country 106 presents
Jade Eagleson
Jade Eagleson has made quite the mark on the international country music scene. Boasting the title of most globally streamed debut album by an internationally signed country artist in history, this Ontario native is bringing his neo-traditional country flair to Kempenfest!
Sunday August 6
Free show starts at 12:15pm
Ticketed show starts at 5:00pm
Big 101 presents
Brian Neale & Northern Harbour’s Margaritaville Party
Let your mind relax as you dream of the ocean washing away your cares, as you dance barefoot in Barrie to the sounds of Canada’s Jimmy Buffet Margaritaville Party Band, Brian Neale & Northern Harbour. They bring the sounds of the islands to fans across the world – and this summer, to Kempenfest!
Monday August 7
Ticketed shows begin at 12:00pm
Days of Music
Days of Art
KMs of Waterfront
Kids Village
Celebrating 51 Years of Kempenfest
In 1971 a handful of artists gathered in Barrie at the Formosa Springs Brewery to display their art on snow fencing and hopefully sell a few pieces. It was the birth of what would eventually be called Kempenfest. Fast forward 51 years and Kempenfest is now one of the largest outdoor arts, crafts, and music festival in Ontario. 2023 promises to be the biggest and best festival ever and it is shaping up to be a fantastic celebration of reconnecting with our community of art and music lovers.
Arts
Antiques
Bring your Kids!
What people say about Kempenfest
This is my favourite festival that Barrie hosts annually. Artisans and craftsmen. Good food. The hunt for a treasure or a bargain, or that perfect gift. A wander through so many art forms. There’s something for everyone.
Kat Kat
Kempenfest!! We go every year!
Miss Tam
Jerry
Richard