Bringing World-Class Hit Songwriters to Penticton, BC

An Unforgettable Weekend of Intimate Musical Performances

JULY 23-24, 2021

HIT SONGWRITERS · HIT SONGS · GREAT STORIES

So Much More Than Your Average Concert

97 South Song Sessions is a magical music performance event, where you’ll hear the stories behind the songs that make up the soundtrack of your life. Award-winning songwriters and recording artists come together to perform and share tales of the creative journey that inspired their hit songs.

The result is an intimate show that is variously touching and humorous and guaranteed to be unforgettable.

Respectful of Covid-19 etiquettes, we have specifically chosen venues that accommodate the health and safety recommendations of the province of British Columbia.

Tickets are limited to abide by public gathering and social distancing protocols.

RESERVE YOUR SEATS

2021 Performers

GORD BAMFORD

Alberta - Multi Award Winning Singer/Songwriter, #1 Hits - Dive Bar & When Your Lips Are So Close (Gord Bamford)

ALAN FREW

Toronto - Grammy nominated, Juno Award winning, multi-platinum Singer/Songwriter, Don't Forget Me (When I'm Gone) & Someday (Glass Tiger)

MADDISON KREBS

Okotoks, AB. - Unstoppable Rising Star

JESSICA MITCHELL

Toronto - Award Winning Singer/Songwriter - Somebody Gonna Get Hurt (Jessica Mitchell), Courage (Celine Dion) and Workin' on Whiskey (Trisha Yearwood)

TIM NICHOLS

Nashville - Grammy Winner - Live Like You Were Dying (Tim McGraw)

JAMIE O’NEAL

Nashville – Award Winning Hit Singer-Songwriter – There is No Arizona and When I Think About Angels

NEIL OSBORNE

Vancouver - Lead Singer of 54•40 - Hits include I Go Blind and Ocean Pearl

OLIVIA PENALVA

2020 Winner of the 97 South Developing B.C. Songwriters contest

BRYAN POTVIN

Nova Scotia - 8x Juno Nominated Singer/Songwriter - Lead Singer of The Northern Pikes - Hits include She Ain't Pretty

JEFF TROTT

Nashville - Emmy Nominated Songwriter - The Katie Show and If It Makes You Happy (Sheryl Crow)

JIMMY YEARY

Nashville - CMA and ACM “Song of the Year” Winner, I Drive Your Truck (Lee Brice)

PAUL McGUIRE (Host Extraordinaire)

Toronto - Award Winning Broadcaster - The Paul McGuire Show (Stingray)

Book Your Summer Getaway Today

Buy Your Festival Passes

Download The APP

Plan Your Great Escape!

RESERVE YOUR SEATS

Come to Penticton, BC

Located in the beautiful Okanagan Valley of British Columbia, Penticton is situated in one of the hottest regions in Canada. Often called “Napa North” and the “Tuscany of Canada,” the surrounding area boasts hundreds of world-class wineries, wonderful lakefront accommodations, exceptional farm-to-table dining, spectacular outdoor adventures, and several beautiful beaches to relax the day away.

Buy yourself an experience you’ll never forget!

Join us in the fantastic Okanagan Valley this Summer.

RESERVE YOUR SEATS

Kind Words

I’ve always loved music, but getting to hear the stories behind some of my favorite songs was a once in a lifetime experience I will remember forever.

Alice M. - Kelowna, BC

Like a Nova Scotian kitchen party, we were intimately engaged by the musicians. They were skilled entertainers who told amazing stories, all while performing chart-topping songs. One of the best musical events I have ever attended. We’ve already got our 2021 festival passes!

Val T. - Naramata, BC

I was blown away by 97 South Song Sessions! We were as equally entertained with the stories behind the music as the music itself. An experience that had us laughing and enjoying #1 hit songs in a whole new way. Can’t wait for the 2021 festival!

KerriJo S. - Sylvan Lake, AB

My wife and I attended the first 97 South Song Sessions in 2019. The setting was great! The stories were entertaining and it was fantastic to learn the background of the hit songs we heard throughout the night. An enjoyable experience with great people and great music. Looking forward to attending again.

Larry B. – Penticton, BC