Roy Robins, aka Mr. Awesome, is the official MC of Massif 2017! Roy has been part of the Okanagan music scene for decades. As a solo acoustic performer or bass player in legendary punk outfit Hippiecritz, he brings action, humour and awesomeness to everything he does—and now he’ll bring it to the Massif stage!
With the best burritos in town, El Taco has long been Nelson’s go-to favourite Mexican restaurant. They’ve been a MASSif Friend since the beginning and they want to be yours, too! It won’t take much of an effort, either… they’re less than a block away from the Legion! Muchas gracias, El Taco!
Fresh locals Kid Stranger are rolling down the mountain from Hall Siding to join the Massif Music Festival! Combining powerhouse vocals with a powerful band, their epic live set has been thrilling crowds from Tiny Lights to Ragnarok and beyond. Kid Stranger is gracefully stepping in for Bored Decor, who unfortunately had to bow out. Give them a follow on Facebook, and don’t miss them on Massif Sunday at the Royal!
Massif Festival is presented by Nelson Brewing Company and Tribute.
photo via Tiny Lights Festival
These incredible businesses have supported MASSif in priceless ways. We can’t explain our grateful we are to our Backers: Lokel Hair Studio, Porcupine Wood Products, Hall Printing, Kootenay Co-op Radio, the Nelson & District Credit Union, and Mountain Hound Inn. Each one, from day one, has enthusiastically supported our mission of bringing a lung-shaking, bone-reverberating urban music festival to you. MASSif hugs to all our supporters!
Vancouver punks Glad Rags barrel in from the coast to take over the Massif Music Festival! You may have heard their smart, snotty sound at Sled Island or at one of many West Coast shows, and we’re thrilled to welcome them to Nelson. Find everything Glad Rags at their website, get pummeled by their music on Bandcamp, check in with them on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter, and see them live at Massif 2017!
Massif Festival is presented by Nelson Brewing Company and Tribute.
photo by Evan Buggle
WRISTBAND PICK UP is at THE LEGION ONLY prior to 9pm. Just a reminder the doors open at 4pm at the Legion on Friday, first band at 5pm. Saturday, doors are at 3 and first band is at 3:45. Sunday doors open at 6 at the Royal, first band at 7pm. Full schedule at https://festivalmassif.com/2017-line-up/.
Wristband pick up is at the Legion only, prior to 9pm both Friday and Saturday. You who bought the ticket, or the person who bought you your ticket, must be present to pick up the wrist band. We do NOT give out wristbands without the person for whom the wristband was purchased. For example, if your mom bought it for you, your mom has to be there to pick it up WITH YOU. If you bought it for your friends, you AND THE FRIENDS must be present to pick up the wristband.
There are NO DOOR TICKETS for FRIDAY and SATURDAY. There are tickets at the Royal for SUNDAY, $10 at the door only!
NO SLR cameras.
NO backpacks.
NO drink containers or outside beverages.
Also, no jerks and no crybabies.
See you this weekend!
Sending a huge thank you to our Friends Sponsors this year! Go support these local businesses! MASSif 2017 wouldn’t happen without them.
KootzRootz, Reo’s Movie Emporium, Packrat Annie’s, Yoga in Bali, Vienna Cafe
Cloud Nine Oddities, Maverick Fitness.
Scout, Spice Affair, Honest T Contracting
El Taco, Remedy’s RX, Baker Street Menswear, Hume Hotel
You can’t just roll out of bed and hit the mosh pit—you need to strengthen your core! Work those quads! Get your nutrition right! Cody at Maverick Fitness will help you do all those things AND get you ready for the next pit. Thanks Maverick!
MASSif 2017 is presented by Nelson Brewing Company and Tribute Boardshop.
Sometimes, you don’t get outta bed till 2pm and all the breakfast griddles have long since gone cold. Sometimes, you need the biggest, most savoury omelet your senses can handle. Sometimes, you want a warm, laid back atmosphere with some of the nicest folk in town. If this is you, the Vienna Cafe is your spot. Find them at 411 Kootenay Street.
MASSif Festival is presented by Nelson Brewing Company and Tribute Boardshop.
Who doesn’t need an honest builder? Travis from Honest T Contracting is not only a conscientious, meticulous and thorough contractor, but he’s a great dude! He stepped up to the MASSif Friend plate, offering to help, and we a most glad to have his support. We couldn’t do it without people like you, Travis! Honestly!
MASSif is presented by Nelson Brewing Company and Tribute Boardshop. 
