Steve Somers: Big Rigs, Good Dogs, Old Barns, and Bootleggers - Folk Songs & Stories

Thu Jun 18 2026 at 07:00 pm to 09:00 pm UTC-07:00

1245 E. Island Highway, Parksville, BC, Canada, British Columbia v9p 2e5 | Parksville

Parksville Museum
Publisher/HostParksville Museum
Steve Somers: Big Rigs, Good Dogs, Old Barns, and Bootleggers -  Folk Songs & Stories
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Steve Somers: Big Rigs, Good Dogs, Old Barns, and Bootleggers - Folk Songs & Stories about Rural Island Life
Thursday June 18, 7-9pm
Tickets: $30
Location: Heritage Church
Join us for an unforgettable evening with award-winning songwriter, singer, and multi-instrumentalist Steve Somers.
Originally from Prince Edward Island and now based in BC’s Lower Mainland, Steve captivates audiences coast to coast with folk songs and stories rich in real-life characters, heartbreak, hilarity, and humanity. Blending Americana, bluegrass, and East Coast influences, his performances are warm, dynamic, and deeply engaging — often sharing the stories behind the songs along the way.
From big rigs and good dogs to old barns and bootleggers, this is a night of music and storytelling that celebrates the humour, hardship, and heart of rural island life.

https://www.stevesomersmusic.ca/
Tickets available online, in person during regular museum hours, or 60 min prior to showtime at the doors if not sold out in advance.
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