Large 3-day music festival kicks off today in Brandon

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The first ever Salamander Summer Music Festival in Brandon kicked off late this afternoon. The 3-day event is taking place at Rideau Park (305 Park Street) and features DJs, local bands, university artists, performance troupes and more! Among the artists scheduled to  appear include: House of HexDJ DirtDJ Red, Julianna Moore, Full Flannel Jacket, Vertigo/Matt Cory Band, Mitchell Makoons, Jan Ek, Attica Riots and more. 

In addition to the live musical performances, a number of activities and attractions are also onsite including food trucks, a mocktail garden, and a vendor village.

You still have time to catch the action tonight as Kilushan’s closing set is scheduled to take place from 9:30-11pm. Saturday’s lineup can be viewed here. Sunday’s schedule here.

Salamander Summer Music Festival in Rideau Park, Brandon, MB

Salamander Summer Music Festival in Rideau Park, Brandon, MB

Salamander Summer Music Festival in Rideau Park, Brandon, MB

Salamander Summer Music Festival in Rideau Park, Brandon, MB

Salamander Summer Music Festival in Rideau Park, Brandon, MB

Salamander Summer Music Festival in Rideau Park, Brandon, MB

Salamander Summer Music Festival in Rideau Park, Brandon, MB

Salamander Summer Music Festival in Rideau Park, Brandon, MB

Salamander Summer Music Festival in Rideau Park, Brandon, MB

Salamander Summer Music Festival in Rideau Park, Brandon, MB

Salamander Summer Music Festival in Rideau Park, Brandon, MB

Salamander Summer Music Festival in Rideau Park, Brandon, MB