Upcoming Shows

All ages & family shows in 2026 are open for bookings. Great for private, non-profit, festivals, community and city events. Beth is a vetted vendor of the Edmonton Federation of Community Leagues Marketplace. Contact Beth here for enquiries.

It's picnic party time! Celebrate Canada Day with Beth Portman and her basket full of music treats. With her gingham picnic blanket as her stage, Beth’s uplifting retro roots music and visual style is perfect for families and those young-at-heart. Along with her voice and ukulele, Beth uses her looper station (neatly stored in a picnic basket) to digitally layer rhythms and harmonies onto her original songs and nostalgic covers. It’s a one-of-a-kind experience that’s playful and filled with sunshine.
Event goes from 11am-later that day. Beth will perform around 12:30.

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Beth Portman is bringing her basket full of music treats to this intimate music festival powered by the sun! With her gingham picnic blanket as her stage, Beth’s uplifting retro roots music and visual style is perfect for families and those young-at-heart. Along with her voice and ukulele, Beth uses her looper station (neatly stored in a picnic basket) to digitally layer rhythms and harmonies onto her original songs and nostalgic covers. It’s a one-of-a-kind experience that’s playful and filled with sunshine.
Festival funs throughout the weekend. Beth performs the Saturday afternoon.

Learn more on festival website.

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Beth Portman's Picnic Show

Jasper, AB

Beth Portman is bringing her basket full of music treats to Jasper! With her gingham picnic blanket as her stage, Beth’s uplifting retro roots music and visual style is perfect for families and those young-at-heart. Along with her voice and ukulele, Beth uses her looper station (neatly stored in a picnic basket) to digitally layer rhythms and harmonies onto her original songs and nostalgic covers. It’s a one-of-a-kind experience that’s playful and filled with sunshine.
Stay tuned for more details.

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Beth returns to KidsFringe with her new 'Picnic Show' that celebrates nature and its transition from Spring into Summer. She’ll serve up songs about birds, trees and outdoor activities to suit the warming season. 30 minutes. FREE. Adults must be accompanied by a child.

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Beth returns to KidsFringe with her new 'Picnic Show' that celebrates nature and its transition from Spring into Summer. She’ll serve up songs about birds, trees and outdoor activities to suit the warming season. 30 minutes. FREE. Adults must be accompanied by a child.

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Beth Portman is bringing her basket full of music treats to celebrate Community League Day with Beverly Heights CL! With her gingham picnic blanket as her stage, Beth’s uplifting retro roots music and visual style is perfect for families and those young-at-heart. Along with her voice and ukulele, Beth uses her looper station (neatly stored in a picnic basket) to digitally layer rhythms and harmonies onto her original songs and nostalgic covers. It’s a one-of-a-kind experience that’s playful and filled with sunshine.
Beth will play in the afternoon. Stay tuned for my details.

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Past Performances

Sherbrooke Community League, Mother's Day Tea  (solo)   Edmonton, AB  May 2026

Edmonton Public Library Spring Break Tour (5 shows - solo)   Edmonton, AB    April 2026

Sherbrooke Community League, Santa Brunch (solo)   Edmonton, AB  December 2025

Butterdome Craft Sale (solo)  Edmonton, AB   December 2025

Private Birthday House Concert (solo)  Edmonton, AB   December 2025

‘Lead with Seeds' Non-Profit Society Fundraiser (solo)   Edmonton, AB   November 2025

Beth's Picnic Show KidsFringe, Edmonton International Fringe Festival (solo)  Edmonton, AB August 2025

Private 85th Birthday Event (solo)   Edmonton, AB July 2025

Lewis Estates Seniors Accommodation (solo)   Edmonton, AB  July 2025

Weayaya Solar-Powered Music Festival (solo w/ special guest)  Riley, AB  July 2025

Pre-show Entertainment, Free Will Players Theatre (solo)  Edmonton, AB  June 2025

Private BBQ Event (solo)   Edmonton, AB  June 2025

Beth After Dark House Concert (solo)   Edmonton, AB  June 2025

Leagues on the Line Valley Line Event (solo)  Edmonton, AB June 2025

Touchmark Wedgewood Senior Accommodation (solo)   Edmonton, AB  May 2025

Sherbrooke Community League, Mother's Day Tea  (solo)   Edmonton, AB  May 2025

Central Lions Seniors Association, Mother's Day Afternoon Tea (solo)   Edmonton, AB  May 2025

Free Will Players Theatre Guild, AGM (solo)  Edmonton, AB  March 2025

Tongue on the Post Music Festival (solo)  Medicine Hat, AB  January 2025

Sherbrooke Community League, Santa Brunch (solo)   Edmonton, AB  December 2024

The Blue Chair Cafe (Christmas Show with Dave Von Bieker)   Edmonton, AB  December 2024

Millwoods Seniors Association, Christmas Gala (solo)   Edmonton, AB  Dec 2024

Wop May Day (solo)  Edson, AB  August 2024

The Aviary, opener for The McMillan Camp Boys (solo)    Edmonton, AB  August 2024

Alberta Gallery of Art, 100th Birthday Celebration Event (solo)   Edmonton, AB   August 2024

Edmonton Public Library Summer Tour (6 shows - solo)   Edmonton, AB    August 2024

Edmonton International Airport Live Music Artist (solo)  Edmonton, AB   July 2023-2024

Riverhawk's Baseball Retro Day (Music Morale Booster - solo)   Edmonton, AB   June 2024

Glenora Community League  ‘Picnic in the Park’ (solo)   Edmonton, AB  June 2024

Sherbrooke Community League, Mother's Day Tea Concert (solo)   Edmonton, AB  May 2024

The Blue Chair Cafe (solo & band)   Edmonton, AB  May 2024

Central Lions Seniors Association, 50s themed Event (solo)   Edmonton, AB  Dec 2023

EdmontonCHEFs.ca 2nd Annual Christmas Gala (solo & duo)  Edmonton, AB  Nov 2023

Servus Credit Union Patio Series, La Cité Francophone (trio)   Edmonton, AB  August 2023

Green Shack Outdoor Summer Tour (10 shows - solo)   Edmonton, AB   July, August 2023

Edmonton Public Library Summer Tour (11 shows - solo)   Edmonton, AB   July, August 2023

Whyte Avenue Artwalk (solo with special guest Ronald Nyandoro)   Edmonton, AB   July 2023

Private Birthday Event (solo)   St. Albert, AB   June 2023

Glenora Community League  ‘Picnic in the Park’ (solo)   Edmonton, AB  June 2023

St. Albert International Children's Festival (solo)    St. Albert, AB   June 2023

Dr. Margaret-Ann Armour School, concert/music learning (solo)   Edmonton, AB  May 2023

Sherbrooke Community League, concert (solo)   Edmonton, AB  May 2023

Central Lions Seniors Association, concert (solo)   Edmonton, AB  May 2023

Rutherford Height Senior Residence, concert (solo)   Edmonton, AB  March 2023

A Night of Artists Artwalk, concert & busking (solo)   Edmonton, AB  March 2023

Dr. Margaret-Ann Armour School, concert/music learning (solo)   Edmonton, AB  Feb 2023

Asymmetrical Brewery, live music night (solo)  Edmonton, AB  Feb 2023

New Moon Folk Club , opener for Diyet & The Love Soldiers (solo)   Edmonton, AB  Feb 2023

EdmontonCHEFs.ca 2nd Annual Christmas Gala (solo & duo)  Edmonton, AB  Nov 2022

Queen Mary Community League, Community League Day (solo)   Sept 2022

North Glenora Community League, Community League Day (solo)   Sept 2022

New Moon Folk Club Volunteer Appreciation BBQ concert (solo)   Edmonton, AB   Sept 2022

Pleasantview lawn concert (solo)  Edmonton, AB  Aug 2022

Rutherford Heights Seniors Residence (solo)  Edmonton, AB  Aug 2022

Alberta Railway Museum's 'Teddy Bear Picnic' event (solo)  Edmonton, AB  Aug 2022

Wabamun Artwalk (solo)  Wabamum, AB   Aug 2022

The Carrot Community Arts Coffee House Anniversary & Chalk it Up Festival (solo)   Edmonton, AB   July 2022

Whyte Avenue 'Artwalk'  (solo)   Edmonton, AB   July 2022

Andrea & Rob Lawn  Concert  (solo)  Edmonton, AB   July 2022

Laura & Terry Front Porch Concert Series (solo)  Edmonton, AB   June 2022

Laurier Height Community League Summer event concert (solo)  Edmonton, AB   June 2022

Battle River Railway Excursions, 10 year anniversary event (duo)  Forestburg, AB   June 2022

Sherbrook Community Hall, Mother's Day Tea (solo)  Edmonton, AB   May 2022

The Blue Chair Cafe (solo, CD release)   Edmonton, AB  May 2022 - SOLD OUT

Glasshouse Kitchen | Bar (solo)  St. Albert, AB   Feb 2022

Rhainnon Hoyle's campaign office opening (solo)  Edmonton, AB  Aug 2021

'Beth's Picnic Party' concert - Private event  (solo)  Edmonton, AB  Aug 2021

The Lot - Concert (solo)  Edmonton, AB  Aug 2021

Grindstone/Fringe Festival  (solo)  Edmonton, AB   Aug 2021

Wabamun Artwalk (solo)  Wabamum, AB   Aug 2021

'Beth's Picnic Party' Curbside Concert KRISTINA (solo)  Edmonton, AB  Aug 2021

'Beth's Picnic Party' Curbside Concert HAZELDEAN (solo)  Edmonton, AB  July 2021

'The Suitcase Show' Curbside Concert HAZELDEAN (solo)  Edmonton, AB  Sept 2020

Private Birthday Party Concert (solo)  Edmonton, AB  Sept 2020

'The Suitcase Show' Curbside Concert JASPER PLACE CURLING CLUB (solo)  Edmonton, AB  Sept 2020

'Under the Blue Skies' Curbside Concert CHARTWELL SENIORS' RESIDENCE (solo)  Edmonton, AB  Sept 2020

'Under the Blue Skies' Curbside Concert RANDY (solo)  Edmonton, AB  Aug 2020

'Under the Blue Skies' Curbside Concert JAN MARIE (solo)  Edmonton, AB  Aug 2020

'Under the Blue Skies' Curbside Concert KRISTINA (solo)  Edmonton, AB  Aug 2020

'Under the Blue Skies' Curbside Concert LESLIE (solo)  Edmonton, AB  July 2020

'Under the Blue Skies' Curbside Concert MARY (solo)  Edmonton, AB  July 2020

'Under the Blue Skies' Curbside Concert FRIENDS OF THE ARDEN THEATRE (solo)  St. Albert, AB  June 2020

'Under the Blue Skies' Curbside Concert KAREN (solo)  St. Albert, AB  June 2020
 

Awards, Recognition, Special Projects

2022 Winter Edition Ukulele Magazine US - "A sweet treat!" Great Great Day album review

Jan. 2020 - Participated on the professional panel for Onstage Edmonton. A one day event where emerging artists perform and receive constructive feed back. Alberta Touring Alliance of Alberta(AATA)

Created and hosts a monthly live music night featuring vocalists called Birdie on a Branch at the Woodrack Cafe, Edmonton, AB.

Kirby Legacy Memorial Award.   Beth Portman along with the Grant MacEwan University create a one time scholarship in honour Kathy Kirby, a key figure in the Edmonton music scene who sadly passed in 2014. Portman had received good guidance and mentorship from the late Kirby. To help kick start the scholarship Portman donated a large portion of the ticket sales from her Take a Trip EP release concert which also acted as a Kirby Fundraiser for the scholarship.  The scholarship will be awarded to a student in the Arts and Management course at the University where Kirby taught.  2015-2017

Fair Phyllis, Portman's NFB animated short about a stressed out shepherdess screened at SkirtsAFird HerArts Festival 2017.

Beth Portman performed back up vocals for Marty Pawlina's live of the floor music video for Everyone Else's Song.  January 2017

Beth Portman featured artist on Twisted Wood Guitars website for August 2016.

2015 EP release 'Take a Trip' selected to be added to Capital City Records Music Collection for EPL (Edmonton Public Library).  February 2016

The haunting song 'Blinding Snow' along with instrumental excerpts composed and recorded by Beth Portman was used as the music score for the play 'And it Snowed' produced by the Ewing Public School.  Nebraska, US   October 2015  

South Country Fair Songwriting Contest , Lethbridge, Alberta   April 2012 - Recieved honourably mention award