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Calgary Folk Music Festival will go ahead at Prince’s Island Park

Flood aftermath at Prince's Island Park. Global News

CALGARY – Organizers have announced the Calgary Folk Music Festival will be held at Prince’s Island Park this year, despite devastating flood damage.

Prince’s Island became a muddy mess after the Bow and Elbow Rivers swelled late last month, forcing officials to declare a local State of Emergency.

Hundreds of volunteers came to the aid of the City of Calgary, helping clean and repair the island.

After weeks of uncertainty, officials announced on Friday that the 34th annual Folk Music Festival would be held at its historical home from July 25th to 28th.

However, there will be some changes

Officials say one stage and the artisan market have both been relocated to Eau Claire Market.

There are over 75 artists set to play at the music festival, include the Alabama Shakes, Steve Earle, Thievery Corporation and Creedence Clearwater Revisited.

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For tickets and schedules you can visit calgaryfolkfest.com.

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