This weekend, Cavendish, P.E.I., is bustling with the Sommo Festival, attracting a large crowd of attendees. For dedicated fans like Sarah Parsons, who traveled from Nova Scotia, this music festival has quickly become a must-attend event, with bookings made a year in advance.
Josh Pellerine, attending the festival with Parsons and his wife, Jessica, is eagerly anticipating his first experience, particularly looking forward to the performance by Hozier, the Irish singer-songwriter, who is among the lineup of about a dozen artists scheduled to perform over the weekend. Notable acts like Alanis Morissette have already graced the stage, drawing praise from attendees like Pellerine for bringing top-tier musicians to the small town of Cavendish.
While the music is a major draw, the festival also offers a culinary experience with local food vendors from the region showcasing their offerings. Kyle Conrad, co-owner of the Halifax-based food truck Bud the Spud, expressed enthusiasm about the festival, highlighting the opportunity it provides for vendors to expand their reach to other provinces.
With an estimated attendance of up to 35,000 people from various parts of Canada and the U.S., organizers are optimistic about the positive reception of Sommo Festival, offering a blend of diverse tastes and vibrant musical performances to the eager crowd.
