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ABout Bass Coast
Celebrating its 19th year, Bass Coast is an independent, artist-owned festival shaped by a shared love of cutting edge electronic music, large scale art installations, and an expressive and open hearted community. Founded by Liz Thomson & Andrea Graham, Bass Coast has grown into one of North America’s most respected festivals for forward thinking curation, unique stage environments, innovative approach to harm reduction, and attention to detail.
Recognized for its creative integrity and community spirit, Bass Coast has been awarded DJ Mag’s Best Boutique Festival in North America for two consecutive years and named Best Midsize Festival in Canada by the Canadian Live Music Industry Awards. Set against the stunning landscape of the shared traditional territories of the Nłeʔkepmx and Syilx Nations in British Columbia, it continues to be celebrated on a global stage.
Photography Application
Thank you for applying to our photography team at Bass Coast Festival.
Bass Coast takes place from July 9-12, 2027, in Merritt, BC on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territory of the Nlaka’pamux and Syilx people.
2027 PROGRAM
- The 2027 photo team will be made up of paid and volunteer positions.
- Program details and schedules will be presented with offers.
- Festival albums must be received 10 days post festival
Please note that Media / Press and videographer applications are separate applications:
KEY DATES in 2027
Jan 12: Photography application closes. A limited number of photographers are accepted each year.
Mar 2: Successful applicants contacted.
Mar 15: Deadline to sign contract.
July 7: Gates open for Wednesday and Thursday Early Entry ticket holders.
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