Artist Lineup
The Harpoonist and The Axe Murderer
August 22rd 7:00pm
One of Canada’s most incendiary live propositions, The Harpoonist & The Axe Murderer are relentless touring artists known for their high-energy performances. Shawn “Harpoonist” Hall vocals/harmonica and Matthew “Axe Murderer” Rogers guitar/bass/foot percussion released Apocalipstick in 2017, the follow up to 2014’s widely acclaimed A Real Fine Mess, which was nominated for “Blues Album of the Year” at the 2015 Juno Awards.
Shemekia Copeland
August 23rd 7:00pm
Alligator Records’ American electric blues vocalist Shemekia Copeland possesses one of the most instantly recognizable and deeply soulful roots music voices of our time. Daughter of the late blues legend Johnny Copeland, the multi-GRAMMY nominee is honored worldwide for the fearlessness, honesty and humor of her revelatory songs.
Bywater Call
August 24th 7:00pm
Toronto-based 7-piece supergroup Bywater Call mixes southern soul, blues, and roots music with the passion to create a powerful and moving experience for listeners. Their shows have been praised by European media for years, with lead singer Meghan Parnell lauded as one of the best female voices in blues and roots today.
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About Harbour Blues 'n Roots
The Harbour Blues ‘n Roots Festival (formally known as Vancouver Island Blues Bash) features local, international, and regional blues and R&B artists/groups in both free to the public and ticketed performances on the beautiful outdoor stage in Victoria’s Inner Harbour, Ship Point Picnic Site.
Upcoming Performances on Sale Now (Tickets)
Volunteer
Venue
Ship Point Main Stage
Ship Point at 800 Block Wharf St.
Limited Seating
Food + Beverage (Licensed) Vendors on Site
All Ages
Free Performances (Aug 23/24)
Gates open at 11:30am
Performances from 12pm-4:30pm
Ticketed Performances (Aug 22-24)
Gates open at 6:30pm
Performances starting at 7pm
FAQ
- Lawn Chairs
- Sunscreen
- Water bottles
- Small sun shelters (for infants)
- Dancing shoes
- Animals (Except for registered service animals)
- Large sun shelters
- Outside alcohol
- Tobacco and/or Cannabis
- Professional recording equipment (unless previously authorized by the festival)
Yes, people in wheelchairs can access the site’s public areas!
Yes, children 12 years or younger will be admitted into a Ship Point Main Stage ticketed performance for free if accompanied by a ticket-bearing adult.
There will be bleachers, and due to the open license, there will also be tables and chairs scattered around the site. We encourage you to bring your lawn chairs!
Alex Cuba
Ship Point, Harbour Blues ‘n Roots 2022
Bill Johnson Band
Ship Point, Harbour Blues ‘n Roots 2022
AHI
Hermann’s Upstairs,
Harbour Blues ‘n Roots 2022
Mike Farris
Ship Point,
Vancouver Island Blues Bash 2019
Artist Submissions
Would you like to perform in the following:
– TD Victoria International JazzFest
– Harbour Blues ‘n Roots Festival
– Year Round Presentations (Mid-September to April)