We are thrilled to announce that the 2024 CFMAs will take place April 3-7, 2024, in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador! This week will capture the true heart of the folk community, while celebrating the nominees and the category recipients.
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CFMA 2024 Schedule:
NLFAS Showcase (Newfoundland & Labrador Folk Arts Society)
Wednesday April 3, 2024 – 9:00 p.m. NT
The Ship Pub
$20 (at the door)
Featuring performances by:
Duane Andrews & the Hot Club of Conception Bay
Kitchinparti
Music NL Showcase
Thursday April 4, 2024 – 8:00 p.m. NT
The Majestic Theatre
$25
Featuring: Ana & Eric (NL), Darcy Scott (NL),
Kubasonics (NL), Quote the Raven (NL)
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Songs & Stories – Songwriter Showcase
Friday April 5, 2024
7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. NT
LSPU Hall
$25
A not-to-be-missed concert that is part of the program of the Canadian Folk Music Awards, featuring a selection of six remarkably talented English, French and Indigenous songwriters from different parts of Canada, who are all nominated for this year’s Awards. Hosted by Newfoundland’s own nominees, Paige Penney and Abigale, the CFMAs proudly present:
Hannah Shira Naiman (ON), Cynthia Hamar (AB), Dans l’Shed (QC), Marie-Ève Laure (QC), Noah Zacharin (ON), Steven Taetz (ON)
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Tradworks – Traditional and Global Roots Showcase
Friday April 5, 2024
10:00 p.m. – 12:15 a.m. NT
The Ship Pub
$25 in advance ($30 at the door, pending availability)
SHOW SOLD OUT – Rush tickets might be available at the door 10-15 mins prior to show start
Jackson Hollow (BC), Mary Beth Carty (NS), Medusa (ON), Musique à bouches (QC), Sophie Lukacs (QC), The Bombadils (NS)
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Awards Concert Night 1
Saturday April 6, 2024 – 8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. NT
The Majestic Theatre
$50
Featuring:
Aaron Collis (NL), Julian Taylor (ON), La Déferlance (QC),
Queen Kong (ON), Barbra Lica (ON)
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Saturday April 6 Awards (in no particular order): Instrumental Group, Global Roots Album, Vocal Group, Traditional Singer, Contemporary Singer, Instrumental Composer(s), Single, New/Emerging Artist(s), Children’s Album, Oliver Schroer Pushing The Boundaries Award, CFMA Unsung Hero Award
Folk For Families (Family Friendly Music Showcase)
Sunday April 7, 2024
1:00 p.m NT
LSPU Hall
$20 adults / $14 children 12 and under
The CFMAs are pleased as punch to offer an afternoon of music for families. Nominees from the children’s and young artists categories will have kids (and kids at heart) tapping their toes!
Darrelle London (ON)
La famille LeBlanc (NB)
Mr. Ben (ON)
The Swinging Belles (NL)
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Awards Concert Night 2
Sunday April 7, 2024 – 8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. NT
The Majestic Theatre
$50
Featuring Performances by: Al Qahwa (ON), Aleksi Campagne (QC), Jill Barber (BC), Kaeley Jade (AB), Youngtree & The Blooms (NL)
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Sunday April 7 Awards
(in no particular order): Indigenous Songwriter(s), Producer(s), Instrumental Solo Artist, French Songwriter(s), Young Performer(s), Contemporary Album, Traditional Album, English Songwriter(s), Ensemble, Solo Artist
Accommodations
CFMA special discounted rates at the following hotels:
The Murray Premises Hotel
- Hotel Website • Map to Hotel
- To book, please call the hotel at 888-608-5969 and reference the CFMA block
- CFMA rate: $125+tax for Standard rooms
ALT Hotel
- Hotel Website • Map to Hotel
- Guests can book in any of the three methods: CFMA Direct Link / Using the attendee code: CFMA24 on our website / Contacting our guest services agents at 709-383-2125
- CMFA Rate: From $129 plus tax to $159 plus tax depending on room type
JAG Hotel
- Hotel Website • Map to Hotel
- To book, please call the hotel and reference the CFMA block
- Call: 1-844-564-1524 or 1-709-738-1524
- CFMA rate: $189+tax for Standard rooms
Delta Hotels St. John’s
- Hotel Website • Map to Hotel
- Book your group rate for Canadian Folk Music Awards (CFMA):CFMA Direct Booking Link
- CFMA rates: 144 CAD – 214 CAD per night