Camrose, Alberta

Big Valley Jamboree in its 17th year

Tim McGraw headlines Canada’s biggest country music extravaganza

by Joni Krats

Voted the Canadian Country Music Association’s Country Music Event of the Year in 2001, 2004 and 2006, the Big Valley Jamboree features world-class acts with Danny Hooper as MC.

People at the Jamboree

Gone country at the Big Valley Jamboree.—photo courtesy: Big Valley Jamboree

Known for its neighbourly feel, the festival is much more than music. Event goers can also enjoy a trade show, watch bull riding and explore the 400-acre mini village. Concession food is available daily, and the festival site is festooned with merchandise tents. Serious country music fans can visit the concert tent, which is located in the concert area beside the stage. Announcements will be made from the main stage as to which artists will be signing autographs. Check out the talent of tomorrow at the Rogers family stage. This venue will also feature the amusing antics of a hypnotist. You can tuck in to the Safeway/Johnsonville breakfast, hone your musical skills at the Axe songwriters workshop, play the slots, worship at the gospel jamboree and watch team cattle penning.

Pack your RV with four days’ worth of clothes, bring your friends and settle in to the campsite. Fresh water and septic service are available, as is garbage collection and paid showers. For tickets, camping or other information, call 1-888-404-1234.

The entertainment line-up

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