The Caetani Cultural Centre is inviting the community to celebrate the longest days of the year at the Caetani Summer Solstice Festival, taking place June 20 and 21 on the historic Caetani grounds in Vernon, B.C.
The expanded two-day festival combines live music, art, food and community gathering in an outdoor setting.
Day one will feature a ticketed music festival and market experience with Strange Bazaar vendors. Day two will feature the return of the free, all-day Strange Bazaar from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m., showcasing artists, makers and vendors from across the region.
The Caetani Cultural Centre is an arts and culture organization dedicated to fostering creativity, community engagement and artistic excellence in the North Okanagan.
“We are excited to welcome people back to the Caetani grounds for a weekend that celebrates creativity, connection, and community,” Caetani Centre executive director Laisha Rosnau said. “The Summer Solstice Festival brings together outstanding musicians, local artists, and audiences of all ages in one of Vernon’s most inspiring cultural spaces.”
Saturday’s music lineup includes local and touring artists Francis Baptiste, Kinfolk Nation, Claire Coupland, Common Fires and Neil Fraser.
Headlining the evening is Empanadas Ilegales, known for its blend of psychedelic Latin cumbia and salsa.
Festival-goers can also enjoy the Strange Bazaar market throughout the day from 3:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., as well as food trucks.
