Large 3-day music festival kicks off today in Brandon

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 Hex, DJ Dirt, DJ 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.