The start of the music festival season is here! Summer in Canada offers a plethora of music festivals for every taste and preference. With a wide array of events happening across the country in the upcoming months, music enthusiasts may find it overwhelming to choose where to go. From country hoedowns to diverse music showcases, there is something for everyone.
If you’re struggling to decide which festivals to attend this summer, fear not. We’ve compiled a comprehensive list of festivals happening in different provinces, featuring artists like Tate McRae, Lorde, Angine de Poitrine, Cameron Whitcomb, Nia Archives, Bambii, Weezer, the Beaches, Ruby Waters, Broken Social Scene, and many more.
Alberta
Sled Island Music and Arts Festival
Where: Calgary.
When: June 17 to 21.
What to expect: Sled Island has been enchanting Calgary for 19 years with its diverse blend of music, comedy, film, and art installations at various venues.
Notable acts: Backxwash, Cartel Madras, clipping., Cris Derksen Quartet, DijahSB, Drezus, fanclubwallet, Homeshake, K-Riz and the Family, Laraaji.
Where: Calgary.
When: July 2 to 12.
What to expect: Eleven nights of top dance music performances under a big-top tent in downtown Calgary.
Notable acts: Alleycvt, Chris Lake, Crankdat, Disco Lines, Dom Dolla, Linska, MPH, Nia Archives, Notion, Uniiqu3.
Where: Calgary.
When: July 23 to 26.
What to expect: A diverse musical experience at Prince’s Island Park with a mix of genres ranging from experimental jazz to hip-hop.
Notable acts: Corb Lund, the East Pointers, the Free Label, Goldie Boutilier, Julian Taylor, Kazdoura, Killer Mike, Mitsune, Of Monsters and Men, Ribbon Skirt, Thundercat.
Where: Camrose.
When: July 30 to Aug. 2.
What to expect: A celebration of country music stars both old and new in Camrose.
Notable acts: Cameron Whitcomb, the Dead South, Keith Urban, Nate Smith, Noeline Hofmann, Old Dominion, Riley Green, Sacha.
Where: Edmonton.
When: August 6 to 9.
What to expect: An expansive folk fest promoting sustainability and featuring a diverse lineup of artists at Gallagher Park.
Notable acts: Cat Power, Hurray For the Riff Raff, Joel Plaskett Emergency, Julian Taylor, Leif Vollebekk, Mariel Buckley, Ocie Elliott, Of Monsters and Men, Sister Ray, Thee Sacred Souls, Tia Wood, the Womack Sisters.
British Columbia
Where: Surrey.
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