Deep Roots Festival Schedule 2025

Sponsored by Friends of the Festival Friday 9:00 pm, Paddy’s Wolfville Born and raised in Nova Scotia’s Annapolis Valley, Justin Wood is a country/rock musician and traditionalist who has been a fixture in the local music scene for over a decade. Growing up in a household filled with music, Justin developed a deep appreciation for…

Sponsored by Friends of the Festival Saturday 3:15 pm, Al Whittle Theatre | Sunday 1:05 pm, Festival Theatre Freya Milliken is an award-winning singer-songwriter whose music resonates with warmth, authenticity and introspection. Known for her rich, velvety voice and dynamic blend of indie-folk and rock influences, Freya’s music will take you through an evocative journey…

Ukulele Magic with James Hill (Participatory workshop) Saturday 3pm-4:30pm, Wolfville Legion Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned strummer, come experience the joy of ukulele with one of the world’s leading uke masters, James Hill. This interactive workshop blends instruction, inspiration, and a whole lot of fun as James shares techniques, tips, and musical magic….

Sponsored by Herbin Jewellers Saturday 3:15 pm, Al Whittle Theatre | 7:40 pm, Festival Theatre Logan Richard is one of music’s rarest creatures—a compelling and diverse songwriter who also shreds. The PEI-born-and-based artist has been sharpening both skills since he first picked up the guitar as a pre-teen, building a reputation as a deft, genre-fluid…

Sponsored by Friends of the Festival Saturday 9:00 am, Wolfville Farmers’ Market Kyla Jean is a rising singer-songwriter from Nova Scotia, currently studying Music Therapy at Acadia University. Her musical journey began at thirteen, when she started penning her own songs, and was deeply shaped by years of singing in choirs throughout her youth. Drawing…