The second annual Riverfest attracted music lovers from across Ontario to the Elora Centre for the Arts.
As anticipated, Riverfest ’10 was a success with warm temperatures and great music attracting audiences Aug. 27 and 28.
Event organizer, Marilyn Koop said she “couldn’t be happier with the support she received from the community and the volunteers over the weekend – the bands were overwhelmed with the recep-tion they received.”
Hundreds of people descended upon the Elora Centre for the Arts for Friday’s event. Ukulele queen Zöe Jan-zen, formerly of Arthur, and indie folk divas Dala.
On Saturday evening, the audience arrived early to enjoy a barbecue and to hear Winnipeg’s House of Doc , which opened the show with a high energy brand of folk and pop. Country roots veterans Prairie Oyster turned up the volume and delivered an elec-trifying performance that got the crowd up on its feet and dancing.
Riverfest offered a mobile stage this year that ensured the sound, lighting, and special effects were first rate.
Riverfest organizers thanked several sponsors, including the Township of Centre Wellington, Scotia Bank, The Grand River Race-way and the many others who helped make the event possible.
Proceeds from the event will be put back into the Elora Centre for the Arts to help run the classes, workshops and children’s educational programs.
