FLOW FEST
Flow Fest 2022 Highlight Reel!
Flow Fest - Brampton's International Drumming Festival
Flow Fest is an annual celebration of rhythm, culture, and global percussion, returning each year to The Rose with a new lineup of artists and experiences. As we prepare for the festival’s 5th year, Flow Fest continues to grow while remaining guided by its Artistic Directors—Grammy Award–winning, Brampton-raised musician, composer, and educator Larnell Lewis, alongside award-winning musician, composer, and educator Joy Lapps—whose shared vision shapes the festival year after year.
Each edition of Flow Fest features a new roster of guest artists, while staying rooted in its signature mix of world-class drumming, community connection, amplifying youth voices and immersive musical experiences. Over the years, the festival has grown to include a full day of workshops and masterclasses, culminating in an evening mainstage showcase in the theatre.
Below, you can explore the 2025 schedule to get a sense of last year’s programming, featured artists, and overall energy.
Stay tuned for the announcement of the 2026 festival dates and lineup.
FLOW FEST 2025
📍 When & Where
Date: Sat, Oct 4, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM EDT. Doors at 10:30am
Location: The Rose Brampton
1 Theatre Lane Brampton, ON L6V 0A3
Start Time: 11:00AM | Ends 11:00PM
🗓️ 2025 Festival Schedule
Performer/Presenter - Activation -Time - Duration
Asha Lapps & Earl LaPierre Jr. - Daytime Festival Co-Hosts 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Majoko - Adaptive Concert presented in partnership with Xenia Concerts 11:00 AM - 60 minutes - Studio
Larnell Lewis - Clinic/Masterclass 12:30 PM - 45 minutes - Mainstage
Rising Star Showcase featuring youth drummers Zwa, Isaiah, Genesis & Elliot led by producer Samuel Williams and supported by Larnell Lewis -1:30 PM - 60 minutes - Mainstage
Endorsements with Larry Davidson - Masterclass/Fireside Chat -2:30 PM - 45-60 minutes - Sponsor Lounge
Movement Lua Shayenne - Dance Workshop - 3:30 PM - 40-45 minutes (Main Lobby)
Shelkah Francis-Williams - Masterclass/Fireside Chat 4:45 PM - 45 minutes - Sponsor Lounge
From Skin 2 Steel & Beyond with Joy Lapps - Hands on Workshop - 5:30 PM - 60 minutes - Upper Lobby
Flow Fest Evening Concert
Ryan Chung - Evening Festival Host 7:00 PM - 11:00PM
Evening Program
Ajibola back by the Flow Fest Band (Opening Performance)
Tribute to Wendy Jones (Community Leader and Trailblazer)
Joshua Lucas The Future - DJ Feature
Adrian Bent backed by the Flow Fest Band
Joshua Lucas The Future - DJ Performance - 9:30 PM - 90 minutes - Main Lobby
👥 Who is this for?
EVERYONE! This program is was curated with drummers, percussionists, music lovers and music appreciators of all ages and and abilities.
Do you want to get involved?
This festival is community-powered. You can:
Volunteer for the festival event day
Volunteer in advance of the festival
Make a donation or become a sponsor