Summerfolk is ‘auditioning’ backyards for its 2021 Festival.
A special edition of the folk music and craft festival is set for August 21st and 22nd.
A release from the festival says in order to keep crowds safe and abide by pandemic gathering limits, the festival will be divided into a series of small backyard shows in and around Owen Sound.
These intimate afternoon concerts will feature two main acts, as well as one shorter set from an upcoming youth performer.
Organizers are looking for those with big backyards and an affinity for folk music.
They say they are looking for one more backyard.
Ideally it would be:
Within a 20 minute drive of downtown Owen Sound
At least 1800 sq feet of space (including any decks/ patios)
Outdoor power. If power is inside, it must be easily accessible
A Deck or Patio to act as a stage
An area to set up a tent to cover gear, or a place where gear is covered
An area in front of the house large enough to set up a 10 x 10 pop up tent
Wheelchair accessible seating area
An area appropriate to put two portable washrooms and a hand washing station.
A secure place to store the gear overnight
Neighbourhood parking that can support the increased traffic
A yard free from excess environmental noise (ie, next to the highway)
Some shade; not necessary, but a definite plus
A commitment to notify neighbours of the event. Summerfolk will supply the promotional material to distribute.
If you are interested and have a backyard that ticks all the boxes, you can fill out the form on their website and provide some photos and the approximate location of your yard:
https://summerfolk.org/2021/07/audition-your-back-yard-for-summerfolk46/
The deadline to apply is July 17th.