East Coast favourite will create some magic on the eve of Mother's Day.Born in Caledon, Ontario, rising indie-folk artist Daniel James McFadyen now calls Nova Scotia home. His storytelling and interactive shows have sold out across Canada, filling large venues […]
The second annual Bob Dylan Birthday Bash will be at the Sanctuary Arts Centre in Dartmouth, NS, on June 1st. Backed by a stellar house band, a dozen fantastic Nova Scotia musicians will sing the songs of the great American […]
This captivating concert explores folk music as art song, bringing together 4 unique and exciting artists and different musical traditions. The Art of Folk Song is not just a concert; it is an homage to the enduring power of folk […]
Alexander Gallant makes his triumphant return to The Sanctuary Arts Centre (downstairs). Featuring the winning, dashing, charming, Sungolds. July 13th // 8pm // $15
Sarah Segal-Lazar is headling in the Mousetrap! Come join us for a night of whimsy folk music from the Folk Femme Fatale! You can get tickets here: https://checkout.square.site/merchant/E5PGG1KSC7TVC/checkout/YMXFH6NDRMEVDD5TPSPLVFYH
Join us for an evening of soul-stirring performances downstairs at the Sanctuary Arts Centre. Featuring three incredible acts, this night promises to be a captivating journey through folk, blues, and acoustic traditions. Art Bouman is a folk musician residing in […]
The McMillan's Camp Boys are on their first Cross-Canada tour this summer and what better place to welcome them back to Dartmouth than The Sanctuary Arts Centre? Joined by local legend Amy Lou Keeler of the acclaimed MAMA'S BROKE, and […]
Ian Sherwood is releasing his 6th studio album, Broken Little Heart, on September 27th in Dartmouth, NS. Broken Little Heart is Sherwood’s first album in 7 years. For this project, Ian teamed up with award winning producer Chris Kirby (Matt […]
Toronto-based singer-songwriter Jennifer Castle and Montreal-based singer-songwriter Michael Feurerstack kick off Nowadays Fest 2024 at Dartmouth's favourite venue, The Sanctuary Arts Centre!
Benj Rowland & The McMillan’s Camp Boys will be downstairs at the Sanctuary Arts Centre on October 11th as part of NOWADAYS Fest! Benj Rowland: Known for his gift of melody and a unique blend of Celtic-infused Canadiana. Benj […]
Preeper Rhaye MacKay is a folk trio comprised of songbird and Canadian Folk Music Nominee Jessica Rhaye, Bill Preeper and Sandy Mackay that has been described as a modern Peter Paul and Mary, creating an intricate vocal blend of lush 3-part harmonies and a unique mix […]
Join us for a double feature at the Sanctuary Arts Centre (basement). Montreal-based Seelonce blends rhythmic and musical simplicity and complexity in a unique way, straddling folk, pop and psych-rock sounds from different eras. "They come with everything showing us […]
Join us for a double feature at the Truro Brewing Company! Admission 10$ Montreal-based Seelonce blends rhythmic and musical simplicity and complexity in a unique way, straddling folk, pop and psych-rock sounds from different eras. "They come with everything showing […]
