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Issue: 2019-06-19, courtesy of the Town of Faro
Faro has become a modern destination for tourists exploring the Yukon
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Issue: 2019-06-19, courtesy of the Town of Faro
The Town of Faro remains a scenic location amongst the mountains
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Issue: 2019-06-19, courtesy of the Town of Faro
The Town of Faro remains a scenic location amongst the mountains
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Issue: 2019-06-19, courtesy of the Town of Faro
Faro miner Hartmut Drege at his old mine site
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Issue: 2019-06-19, courtesy of the Town of Faro
The giant dump truck at the town entrance is an iconic reminder of Faro’s mining past
The town of Faro is turning 50 this year and the party runs all week. A birthday extravaganza will take place from June 28 until July 7. There will be performances from local musicians including Dena Zagi and the Tu’Lidlini Drummers from Ross River, as well as demonstrations from local artists and more.
Issue: 2019-06-19, courtesy of the Town of Faro
The festivities will kick off with an opening ceremony starting at 6 p.m. on June 28. Throughout the week, there will also be mine tours and a market featuring local vendors, artists and food. There will also be gallery walks, story-telling sessions, workshops, an open house at the local school, arts and crafts demos, and even a high school reunion!
For those who enjoy the outdoors, this week will also offer hiking tours to Van Gorda Falls, a family day fishing derby, an archery balloon shoot and an ATV poker rally. Since this weeklong event is taking place close to the Golf Tournament, a golf pro will be available for private lessons at the driving range, special for the anniversary.
The town of Faro has partnered with Murdoch’s Gem Shop to bring back the Faro ring in two different styles. The rings are available for order at Murdoch’s. One of them will also serve as a door prize during the anniversary week.
“This town has been through a lot and has survived and thrived,” said Faro 50th committee member Tina Freake. “And this event is a chance to showcase what Faro is now. It is not just a mining town anymore.”
Freake explained how the image and community of Faro has changed over time.
“It is now a very family oriented and artistic community.”
Freake and the rest of the Faro community are looking forward to sharing this big moment with members of the town and those from elsewhere who come to join in on the fun and celebration.
“This is a major event for such a small town,” said Freake. “I want to give a huge shout out to all the amazing volunteers that put hundreds of hours into making this event possible, we would not be able to do this without them.
“For those who would still like to take part in the weeklong festivities, it is not too late to book and it will definitely be worth it.
There is still accommodation available at certain hotels and guest spaces at the local campground. On top of that, overflow campsites will be offered for additional accommodation.
For more information and to view the full weeklong schedule visit Faro.ca