NimbleFingers
Festival
Where: Sorrento Centre, 1159 Passchendaele Road, Sorrento, BC
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When: Saturday, July 11, 2026​
Gates open @ 11 and music starts at noon.
Come for the music. Stay for the community.
The NimbleFingers Bluegrass & Old-Time Music Festival is a one-day, public event, taking place on Saturday between our two workshop weeks.
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We’re a small-but-mighty festival, rooted in community and surrounded by music. Flanked by the NimbleFingers Workshops, Festival Day is a joyful gathering for locals, visitors, families, and music lovers of all ages—a full day of live music in the heart of the Shuswap.
Expect great tunes, friendly vibes, food and artisan vendors, a beer garden, accessible parking, and a short walk to the water.​
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Festival Details
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Gates open at 11 a.m. and ends at 10 p.m.
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Rain or shine—the weather is usually on our side
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Help us keep the site beautiful by using recycling and garbage bins
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Visit the merch tent for artist merchandise and NimbleFingers swag
Important to Know
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This is a one-day festival only—there are no overnight camping options available for festival-only attendees.
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Onsite camping is reserved exclusively for registered Sorrento Centre workshop participants.
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Overnight camping is not available. Please do not camp in parking lots nearby or along the roadside. Doing so puts future festivals at risk.
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There are other accommodation options in the surrounding area—plan ahead and travel safely.
What to Bring
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Your ticket
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Sunscreen, a hat, a blanket and/or low-backed chair
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A refillable water bottle (water stations available)
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A sweater or layer—evenings can cool down
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Swimsuits for kids (and kids-at-heart!)—the lake is close by
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A bit of extra cash for food, artisan vendors, and merch
(nearest ATM is about a 10-minute walk into town) -
Pets are welcome on a leash
Want to Volunteer?
Be part of the team that makes the festival happen! Volunteering is a great way to:
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Try something new
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Pair up with a friend
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Meet new people
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Support live music and community
Take a short shift during the day and your festival ticket is free. Volunteer sign-up information will be shared in spring 2026—stay tuned!