Perform at the Festival!

Click below to submit your performer application. Please read all of the information supplied below to familiarize yourself with the different performer categories, Edge of the World, and Haida Gwaii.

Essential performer information

Performer Categories

Headliner
This category is for groups who have an extensive background touring, performing, and recording.  We usually look for high-energy bands who are willing to do two sets during the 3-day weekend. We will offer you a performance fee, transportation once on Haida Gwaii, comfortable billeting, and hospitality all weekend.

Feature Performer and Off-Island Guests
This is for performers who go to the festival for the experience of playing for a very appreciative audience on beautiful Haida Gwaii.  These spots offer a performance fee, but you are responsible for organizing travel to and from the islands. Visit BC Ferries, Air Canada, and Pacific Coastal to check out your travel options. Once on island, we will transport you to and from the festival grounds, provide billeting, and hospitality all weekend.

Local Headliner
Performers applying as a local (on-island) headliner should be experienced and provide some form of demo recording. You will be offered a performance fee, hospitality on the day you perform, and a good time slot in the program.

Local Artists
On-island performers.  The number of spots will vary from year to year. You will be offered a festival pass, a meal on the day you perform, and refreshments all weekend.

What to expect as a performer

You will be provided with a Performers Welcome Package upon your arrival.  This package will contain everything you need to know about the festival and Haida Gwaii.

The festival provides backline, as well as all stage, sound, and lighting equipment.

Hospitality is provided Friday evening, Saturday, and Sunday.  Hospitality offers fresh local food with a Haida Gwaii Flavour.  Coffee, tea, water and snacks are available at all times.

The festival occurs at the Fall Fair Grounds in Naikoon Park and all performers are billeted throughout the community of Tlell.  Billeting can be in someone’s house, in a cabin, at the Riverside B&B, or at the performers camping area.

Transportation to and from your billet is arranged daily.  Transportation from the airport or ferry is also provided on your arrival and departure day.

Take a look at this Video from the 2014 Edge of the World Music Festival, produced by the Council of the Haida Nation Communications & Haida Media Network, shot and edited by Patrick Shannon

Around Tlell & Haida Gwaii

Take time to explore the spectacular beaches in Tlell and the amazing hiking trails.

There is one store;  The Crow’s Nest, located just south on Highway 16 that sells fruit, produce, dairy, snacks, local Richardson beef, local meats, and much, much more. There is a small liquor outlet that sells beer, wine, and spirits, as well as the post office.  The Crow’s Nest is also home to the Raven's Roost, a great restaurant serving a variety of tasty delights.

There is NO bank machine in Tlell

The weather on Haida Gwaii is variable.  Be prepared for anything, all during the same day!  Wear layers, it’s the best way to go.

There is no public transportation on Haida Gwaii, but if you wish to sight see, contact the transportation coordinator and it is possible that something may be able to be arranged.

Visit our local galleries, Sitka Studio and Crystal Cabin.  A wide range of local art and gifts are available.  You will also find Ernie’s Wood Carving on the same road.  See the Go Haida Gwaii site for more information.