14th - 16th August 2020
A joyous celebration of Cajun, Creole and Louisiana roots music, dance and culture
set in the heart of the beautiful North Shropshire Lakelands!
Acadian Strings
From the bayous of Essex and the backstreets of Paris, Acadian Strings are a fiddle led band playing traditional and new Cajun and Creole
Rough Chowder
Fronted by husband and wife, Ian and Cheryl McIlroy, Rough Chowder have been homing their Cajun sounds and amassing a following through playing European
Lil’ Roosters
As the fiery heart of the Cajun Roosters, Chris Hall and Hazel Scott are no strangers to festival stages. But here, as a duo
Swervy World
Brass studded classics from the 1920’s, 1930’s and beyond. Currently working as a quartet, Swervy World play Traditional Jazz, Ragtime, Rhythm and Blues, Swing,
Diz Watson
Diz Watson, singer, piano player and entertainer, presents his exuberant mix of rhythm and blues and boogie woogie, often in the New Orleans style,
Hank JD Sleek
Hank JD Sleek is the alias of Matt Nunn, DJ, Artist, Texas Two Step & Swing dance teacher, and most importantly lover of Cajun,
More acts to be announced....
The Early Bird Tickets for this years
BIG Weekend are now SOLD OUT
IN THE RECORD TIME OF 18 MINUTES!
Latest News
Diz Watson
Hi folks! An exciting addition to the Big Weekend program this year.. We have had many legends grace our festival stage over the years, but …
Hi everyone! Seasons Greetings to one and all!
The time has come folks to announce our two Cajun / Creole U.S. Artists who will be appearing alongside Blake Miller at the Big Weekend …
The Big weekend just got even bigger!
Hey folks! A double whammy of exciting announcements to be made very soon! We are so excited to have not two, but three visiting guest …
Its time to reveal our Louisiana Cajun headline Artist for 2020
Cajun Accordion and Fiddle maestro! The man who founded the world renowned Pine Leaf Boys.. a member of the premiere Louisiana roots Band The Red …
Information sheet – 2020
Welcome to the eighth North Shropshire Big Weekend. Thank you for joining us for a foot-tapping, boogaloo-busting weekend of music, dance and cuisine. Here’s
Where to stay
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Festival Ticket Info 2020
The ticketing structure for 2020 is the same as last year. We always listen to feedback and are commited to striking a balance
And if that’s not enough, we can also offer you:
- Cajun & Zydeco dance workshops
- Instrument workshops (led by international Louisiana musicians)
- Festival campsite and late-night camp fire area including the festival tent which will be hosting jam sessions, workshops and informal gatherings.
- Jam sessions at the Sun Inn featuring our popular
‘Beer & Breakfast’ sessions led by prominent UK Cajun & Zydeco musicians to keep the party rolling - Cajun and Creole cuisine all weekend presented by the mouth wateringly tasty Cajun Food Company, featuring our legendary giant barbeque!
We look forward to welcoming you to the hottest weekend of Louisiana roots music, dance and cuisine on the UK Summer calendar!
Location
Welshampton Parish Hall
Station Road A495
Ellesmere
SY12 0PY