Sharon Larose

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Bannock & Tea | Takwakin Village (91 St & 118 Ave in the Grassy Space)

Sharon Larose from Usk, BC shares her knowledge of Bannock passed down by her mother and kokum. Bannock can be baked in a pan or on a stone (camping), shallow pan-fried, or deep-fried. You can enjoy it with stews or just jam and butter. Sharon is a Festival Favourite who always has a lineup waiting to taste her delicious fry bread. She has made a many Bannocks over the fire and thinks it’s the best when fried!

Anna Cousins

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Cultural Crafts | Takwakin Village (91 St & 118 Ave in the Grassy Space)

Anna Cousins (Muskego)  Is a mixed blood Dene artist, she loves working with the public teaching people of all ages about our First Nations history and traditional crafts over a number of platforms. She is a Dene artisan who is passionate about creating functional traditional art pieces.

Doreen Cardinal

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Featured Artist | Takwakin Village (91 St & 118 Ave in the Grassy Space)

Doreen’s artistic endeavours is in Graphic Design amd holds a diploma in GraphicDesigner, Photographer and Aboriginal Child and Family Services.. She holds a wealth of experience in managing, communications, administration, event coordination, planning, Indigenous liaison, programming, production, photography, and videography and Art Installations for festivals. Her most recent Installation creation brought her to Kamloops this past June 2024 for National Aboriginal Day.

City Worker

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The City Worker cleans, fixes, and maintains any environment he's in with skills that are ridiculous and hilarious. Whether he’s vacuuming the lawn or dusting a single leaf, he’s always focused on perfection. This contemporary clown both amuses and confuses audiences with hilarious antics that are obvious to some and inconspicuous to others. By adapting and modifying mundane everyday activities, Ross turns simple acts of cleaning into hilarious satire as well as meaningful commentaries on society. Ross has been seen live by over one million people in 13 countries around the world. He's had repeat invitations with Just for Laughs, sold-out shows at the National Arts Centre of Canada, performed with the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra, and presented at most of the biggest and best events in Canada. www.circomedy.com

The Mermaid

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Watch for the exuberant and playful Emily Elf around the festival streets! One misfit elf and amazing feats of strength is a recipe for an action packed and hilarious show to thrill audiences of all ages. Join Emily Elf and her unsuspecting team as they embark upon an acrobatic adventure. With a combination of breathtaking stunts and hilarious comedy, Emily Elf’s quirky antics charm and delight her audiences.

Mikayla Bortscher

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Saturday • 4:00 pm – 4:45 pm | The Nina Haggerty Centre for the Arts (9225 - 118 Ave)

Sunday • 12:00 pm – 12:45 pm | The Nina Haggerty Centre for the Arts (9225 - 118 Ave)

Sunday • 4:45 pm – 5:15 pm | Discovery Stage (94 St & 118 Ave)

Mikayla weaves magic with thought-provoking and powerful lyrics. Her voice is gentle yet raw, accompanied by her 36 string Celtic harp. Mikayla writes about the secrets and mysteries we hold close to our heart and souls. Musically she is influenced by Celtic, folk, roots, and even pop sensibilities. Mikayla captures audiences and invites them to love a little deeper through her stories of living with schizophrenia.

Marissa K

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Saturday • 7:00 pm – 7:45 pm | The Nina Haggerty Centre for the Arts (9225 - 118 Ave)

Sunday • 4:00 pm – 4:45 pm | The Nina Haggerty Centre for the Arts (9225 - 118 Ave)

Marissa Karpiak otherwise known as Marissa K is a singer-songwriter born and raised in Edmonton. Marissa has performed nationally and internationally and most recently joined Toronto's Juno Award-winning producer Chris Graham on his Alberta tour. She has performed with Euphoria Ukrainian Band at Edmonton's Ufest.