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Aug 16, 2026
This year's Saskatoon Fringe Festival took place on July 30, 2026 to August 8, 2026 and once again, I was one of many buskers entertaining patrons as they wandered around Broadway and area meandering from venues to vendors. Some days…
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Jul 14, 2026
Several years ago, someone asked me if I played in Manitou earlier that summer. I had no idea what they were talking about so they explained that there was a ukulele group playing at a busking festival there. I still…
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Mar 11, 2026
From my latest YouTube video:
I want to continue discussing the importance of learning an instrument and playing music regularly. And as always, singing is definitely included!
In my last video, I used the phrase “music lights up the brain”…
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The Saskatoon Fringe Festival is back and I'll be busking there once again!
2026 Schedule
Thursday July 30th @ 7:30 PM - Park Entrance
Friday July 31st @ 7:30 PM - Park Entrance
Saturday August 1st @ 3:30 PM - Broadway 2 @ 6:30 PM - Park Entrance
Sunday August 2nd @ 6:00 PM - Park Entrance @ 8:00 PM - Mid Street Monday August 3rd @ 12:30 PM - Broadway 1 @ 3:30 PM - Broadway 2
Saturday August 8th @ 11:30 AM - Mid Street @ 7:30 PM - Mid Street
I have two sets - one at the Little Manitou Art Gallery and in the afternoon at the Manitou Mini Mart
I'll be at Relics Art Gallery playing great music as part of the Manitou Beach Busking Festival
I'll be busking at this year's Broadway Spring Fling street sale. Come support local businesses and performers!
I'll be at the Saskatoon Farmers Market this weekend playing all kinds of music.
Spring ukulele lessons begin.
Contact me now to book your first lesson:
patricia@gakis.ca 306-717-4476
The fall term of ukulele lessons begins and this year, I'm offering a special deal - pay for 5 lessons upfront and get the 5th for free!
I'll be busking on the morning of this year's Broadway Street Fair!
I'm looking forward to being back at the Saskatoon Fringe Festival as a Pop-up Busker! Here are my sets:
August 2nd 4:30 PM Park Entrance 6:00 PM Broadway
August 3rd 4:30 PM Park Entrance 8:00 PM Broadway
August 4th 12:00 PM Broadway 3:30 PM Park Entrance 6:00 PM Broadway
August 6th 7:00 PM Park Entrance
August 7th 7:00 PM Park Entrance
August 8th 8:00 PM Park Entrance
August 9th 6:00 PM Mid Street
I'll be busking at the Saskatoon Farmers Market during their Car Show and BBQ. Cool cars and music with delicious food, a must not miss event!
Interested in learning the ukulele? My 2025 schedule is now live! Call today to book your first lesson!
2025 Ukulele Lesson Schedule
Spring - January 12 to May 31 Summer - June 1 to August 30 Fall - September 7 to December 20
A new session of ukulele lessons begin this September! All ages and levels welcome.
I'll be back at the Saskatoon Farmer's Market for more busking. This time, I'll be bringing along one of my ukulele students!
I'll be busking at the Saskatoon Fringe Festival from August 1st to 10th. Come listen to some groovy tunes!
Thursday Aug 1st: 7:10pm-8:10pm (Park Entrance)
Friday Aug 2nd: 8:10pm-9:10pm (Park Entrance)
Saturday Aug 3rd: 1:10pm-2:10pm (Broadway) 4:30pm-5:30pm (Broadway) 7:20pm-8:20pm (Park Entrance)
Sunday Aug 4th: 6:00pm-7:00pm (Park Entrance) 9:00pm-10:00pm (Broadway)
Monday Aug 5th: 1:30pm-2:30pm (Broadway) 5:00pm-6:00pm (Park Entrance)
Tuesday Aug 6th: 8:10-9:10pm (Mid Street)
Saturday Aug 10th: 4:10pm-5:10pm (Mid Street)
Announcement! I'll be performing at this year's Downtown Sidewalk Sale July 11th to 13th! Come down to the stage by Scotia Bank from 3 pm to 4 pm for some cool ukulele grooves.
Announcement! I'll be performing at this year's Downtown Sidewalk Sale July 11th to 13th! Come down to the stage by Scotia Bank from 3 pm to 4 pm for some cool ukulele grooves.
Ever wanted to try the ukulele but didn't want to spend too much money? Or are your summer plans looking a little empty this year?
From June through to the end of August, I'm offering ukulele lessons for the low cost of...whatever you can afford!
Contact me now to book you first lesson!
(306) 717-4476
More details at: https://patriciagakismusic.com/blogs/what-s-on-the-music-stand/posts/7408183/pay-what-you-can-ukulele-lessons
Come here me play at the Saskatoon Farmers Market this Sunday!
Ukulele lessons start again. Dust off your uke, warm up those fingers, and get ready for a great year of music!