Experience an evening of Indigenous music, culture and community before Julian Taylor takes the stage.
Following its inaugural year in 2025 Woven Stories: A Night of Indigenous Music, Culture and Celebration returns to Peterborough Musicfest for a second year on Saturday, July 18.
Developed in collaboration with local community partners, Woven Stories celebrates Indigenous music, culture and community through ceremony, song and dance. The evening creates an opportunity for audiences to experience Indigenous traditions while bringing people together through shared experiences.
Beginning at 6:45 p.m., concertgoers are invited to arrive early and experience a traditional canoe arrival on the shores of Del Crary Park before the evening continues with drumming, dance and interactive community programming leading into Julian Taylor’s headline performance at 8:15 p.m.
“Woven Stories has become an important part of the Peterborough Musicfest season,” said Executive Director Tracey Randall. “We’re proud to continue building this evening in collaboration with our Iocal community partners. It’s an opportunity to celebrate Indigenous culture while bringing people together through music, learning and shared experiences.”
Evening Schedule
6:45 PM Canoe Arrival & Welcoming Ceremony
The evening begins along the Del Crary Park shoreline with a traditional canoe arrival featuring the Curve Lake First Nation Women’s Hand Drum Group, led by Janet McCue.
7:15 PM Janet McCue & Healing with Drums
Enjoy a collaborative acoustic performance celebrating Indigenous music, storytelling and connection.
7:30 PM Big Drum & Traditional Dance Exhibition
Experience a high-energy performance featuring the Curve Lake Men’s Drum Group alongside traditional dancers.
8:00 PM Interactive Community Round Dance & Closing
Everyone is invited to take part in this welcoming community celebration led by Janet McCue, singers, drummers and dancers
8:15 PM Julian Taylor
Acclaimed singer-songwriter Julian Taylor headlines on the Fred Anderson Stage, closing an unforgettable evening of music, culture and community.
Join Us
Whether you’re discovering Woven Stories for the first time or returning after last year’s inaugural event, we invite you to arrive early and experience an evening unlike any other at Peterborough Musicfest.
Admission is free, so bring a blanket or lawn chair, gather with family and friends, and enjoy an evening that celebrates Indigenous music, culture and community before Julian Taylor takes the stage.
Saturday, July 18, 2026
🕡 Woven Stories begins at 6:45 PM
🎤 Julian Taylor at 8:15 PM
📍 Del Crary Park
🎟️ Free Admission
