Discussion on Cultural Appropriation and Other Important Topics. Keynote Speakers in a Panel Discussion As many of you may know, we had previously considered a Sweat Lodge ceremony for our upcoming festival. Due to our encounter with indigenous communities across Turtle Island, and their expressed concerns for the safety of attendees and legitimacy of […]
Gather first timers and learn pagan festival etiquette Many people who consider coming to fest are concerned they may not know anyone, we understand that may be unnerving and impedes on your comfort level and you may not end up joining in the fun. One of our community elders, Miss Ellen Irvine is happy to […]
The Red Tent The Sacred “Miss-Stories” of Women. We are very pleased to welcome this sacred goddess to our festival, as she shares with us the ancient ways of woman. Bringing The Red Tent to Barrie, Ontario! All the way from USA! She has shared these teachings with many festivals across the nation; Free Spirit Gathering […]
The Magic Within ~ Healing Circle Alan Wade: Author, Speaker, Coach Alan is a professional Speaker and Coach, loving Father, family man, and the co-author of the award winning book, The Magic Within – How to Transform Your Life. Alan has years of experience working in the addictions and mental health field. He shares his knowledge […]
Ladies Love MJ Charlene Freedom is a Certified Natural Health Practitioner, a graduate of the Institute of Aromatherapy School of Holistic Studies since 2005, where she received diplomas in Lymphatic Drainage and Advanced Massage, Advanced Aroma Cosmetology, Reflexology, Thai Yoga Massage, and Natural Cosmetic Making. As the Organizer for Firedance Drum Circle in Toronto, Charlene […]
A Seat at Mimirs Well: Zach Imrie Zach Imrie has sought the truth of the runes and the words of the Gods for many years. He has studied Norse history, culture and customs extensively and is devoted to living alongside the gods now in Asatru. It is a day to day, moment to moment pursuit […]
Sherrie Leanne Joining us for Paganfest 2019 in our Inclusive Cannabis Workshop! Sherrie Leanne is a medical professional that has been in the cannabis industry for 3.5 years. Her experience on the corporate side has allowed her to gain extensive knowledge on cannabis regulations and legalities. While working in the medical cannabis industry Sherrie gained […]
Inclusive Workshop: All About Cannabis! With marijuana now legal in Canada, advocates of its uses (both medicinal and recreational) are finally free to share and educate what they’ve been working on for years! Cannabis as a whole has remained a taboo subject on and off for decades. It has gone through the waves of being […]
ERIC MANDALA Performs @Paganfest July 17-22, 2019 Producer, Composer, Multi-Instrumentalist, Instrument Maker, Visionary, Founder of the band “Mandala” will bring you to another world through ecstatic dance while singing Kirtan. ERIC MANDALA born in Ottawa Canada, Founder of “Mandala World Music” an international ethnic fusion world music group with people from all around the world. […]
Making Dance Together with Fiddlehead Soup @Paganfest July 17-22 2019 Earthy and approachable, Fiddlehead Soup presents music sourced from 3 continents and 5 centuries. Playing songs and tunes from Scandinavia, Northern Europe, Scotland & Ireland, they skillfully weave in their own artfully constructed tunes and songs. Fans of Omnia and Faun may recognize some familiar […]