Schedule Summary

AFM takes place over three days on the campus of Mount Saint Vincent University and other locations in Halifax, Nova Scotia. In addition to your ensemble’s adjudicated performances, you may also choose to attend featured concerts and other special events. Consult the schedule and be sure to get the most from your festival experience!

Wednesday, April 29

9:00 am - 5:00 pmAdjudicated PerformancesDetails
7:00 pmFeatured Performance:
Boardwalk Brass
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8:30 - 10:00 pmDJ DanceDetails
8:30 - 10:00 pmLive Music at the Campus PubDetails
8:30 - 10:00 pmDirector's ReceptionDetails

Thursday, April 30

9:00 am - 5:00 pmAdjudicated PerformancesDetails
12:00 pm - 1:00 pmLunchtime Concert:
Jackson/Wilson Duo
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6:30 pmFeatured Performance:
D'Wolfe Pack
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7:45 pmFeatured Performance:
Global Centric Brass Band
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8:30 - 10:00 pmDJ DanceDetails
8:30 - 10:00 pmLive Music at the Campus PubDetails
8:30 - 10:00 pmDirector's ReceptionDetails

Friday, May 1

9:00 am - 5:00 pmAdjudicated PerformancesDetails
12:00 pm - 1:00 pmLunchtime Concert:
Paul St-Amand Quartet
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7:00 pmFeatured Performance:
Stadacona Band
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8:30 - 10:00 pmDJ DanceDetails
8:30 - 10:00 pmLive Music at the Campus PubDetails
8:30 - 10:00 pmDirector's ReceptionDetails

Registrations Closed

Registrations for the 2026 festival have closed. See you at the fest!

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