The Big Time Out 2008
The Big Time Out is a 3-day concert style event on 1 stage that appeals to the young and young at heart. With world-class musicians, like headliners De la Soul, Metric, Matisyahu and K'naan, descending on Cumberland August 15, 16 & 17, the local population is expected to more than double. The Big Time Out promises to be a huge party. A funky carnival style setting is planned for inside the gates at Cumberland Village Park. The festive vibe, created by circus performers, fire spinners and colorful dancers, is often in collaboration with edgy DJ sets and visual projections. Expect the unexpected!
The entire lineup for this summers adventure is impressive. Earth shaking dance grooves come from hot acts like Five Alarm Funk, Shane Philip, Ganga Giri, Delhi 2 Dublin and Third Eye Tribe. Independent rocks latest overnight success story Daniel Wesley, kicks it out. Israeli rockers Moshav, homegrown talent bigredtruck, The CR Avery Band, Wil, You Say Party! We Say Die! and Small Sins all provide spectacular live shows. Victoria’s nightclub sensation Velvet/Kuba Oms, Mat the Alien and a host of talented DJs bring a fun, urban, electronica-tinged edge to this event.
This amazing cultural celebration includes great music, an intimate community venue, a relaxed and totally fun festival atmosphere with kids activities, healthy food options, crafts & vendors. Visit the wildly popular Union Saloon and our new family oriented chai tent... an all ages chill zone. Come check it out.
To buy tickets and learn more about The Big Time Out visit thebigtimeout.com