Gowan and Dwayne Gretzky to Kick Off 39th Season of Peterborough Musicfest

To help kick off the 39th season of Peterborough Musicfest, Gowan and Dwayne Gretzky have been unveiled as the first two concerts, announced on Wednesday.

Gowan (pictured) was born in Glascow, Scotland but was raised in Scarborough. Peterborough Musicfest attracts more than 100,000 attendees to Del Crary Park each summer. Photo courtesy of Peterborough Musicfest.

Gowan returns to the Fred Anderson Stage for his fourth appearance on Opening Night on June 27. Dwayne Gretzky makes their sixth appearance on July 29, both at 8 p.m. All shows take place at Del Crary Park and are free to attend.

Gowan is known for hits such as ‘A Criminal Mind,’ ‘Strange Animal’ and ‘Moonlight Desires.’

Dwayne Gretzky — known as Canada’s Greatest Party Band —brings a catalogue of more than 800 songs from the 70s, 80s, and 90s. Their shows are built for big crowds and even bigger sing-alongs.

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“This is just the starting point for what’s shaping up to be a strong 39th season,” says Tracey Randall, Musicfest executive director. “We’re focused on building a full summer experience—great live music, a vibrant park atmosphere and reasons for people to come back week after week.”

Returning this season are the on-site food vendors, the 50/50 draw and the Future Sound Series. Musicfest concerts are run every Wednesday and Saturday from June 27 to Aug. 29.

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