About the Festival
A midwinter celebration of songwriting and storytelling, and flagship partner of Fredericton FROSTival, Shivering Songs hosts internationally renowned artists in historic and intimate spaces throughout Downtown Fredericton, on the unceded territory of the Wolastoqiyik people.
The Wilmot United Church
Our Venues of Choice
The Wilmot United Church
Constructed in 1852, the building’s unique ‘shoe-box’ profile and dramatically high ceilings produce a spectacular acoustic effect. In addition to offering warm and bold acoustics, Wilmot Church provides a stunning atmosphere. The interior colour scheme was designed in 1948 by illustrious Canadian artist Alex Colville, and couples with a striking collection of stained glass windows to make for a full sensory experience.
The Charlotte Street Arts Centre
Originally a six room schoolhouse built in 1884, this provincial historic site was designed by Halifax architect James Dumaresq, who also designed the New Brunswick Legislature. Now a cooperative of local and regional cultural organizations, the Charlotte Street Arts Centre’s fully restored auditorium, with its refinished wood floors and tall ceiling, houses a wonderfully intimate concert venue.
The Fredericton Boyce Farmers Market
Recognized as one of the nation’s best community markets, the Boyce Farmer’s Market has, for decades, been Fredericton’s traditional Saturday morning gathering spot. A vibrant space with room-to-move and an emphasis on local, the Market is the perfect venue for our Saturday late night shows and the hootenanny known as our Sunday Bluegrass Brunch.
Shivering Songs also programs in a number of other venues, from local music institutions such as The Playhouse, The Cap and The Tipsy Muse, to unconventional spaces such as Fredericton’s Public Library.