Alberta music festivals span from early June to Labour Day weekend and cover a huge variety of musical genres.

Calgary Folk Music Festival
What is the most exciting part about summers in Alberta? Many would argue the weather and all we can do with the sunny warmth. But many would also argue that the most exciting part about summer here is the festivals! From cities to small towns, there is an abundance of festivals to check out, including music festivals. Alberta’s summer music festivals offer a genre for all tastes and preferences and a variety of unique experiences.
These summer music festivals in Alberta can offer folk, country, alt-rock, metal, classic rock, jazz, roots and blues, hip hop, rap, EDM/house, and every sub-genre in between.
Headliner Concert Tours:
Northern Alberta
North Country Fair
Driftpile’s North Country Fair focuses on celebrating the summer solstice and the beginning of the season! The festival has an adults-only campground and a family-friendly campground. And beyond the music stage, there will be a fair and children’s activities, and a large artisan market.
2026 Lineup:
My Son the Hurricane, BUNS, The Uncas, Jed and the Valentine, MonkeyJunk, Captain Tractor, BrassTactics and many more!
When: June 19 to 21, 2026
Where: Driftpile, near Slave Lake
How Much: $120-$240
Bear Creek Folk Festival
The 2026 Bear Creek Folk Festival takes over Muskoseepi Park in late August for a full weekend of live music.
2026 Lineup:
This year, the festival boasts a diverse lineup featuring folk, roots, blues, and rock artists like Alex Cuba, Tenille Townes, Tom Cochrane, and The Milk Carton Kids, blending Canadian and international talent.
When: August 14 to 16, 2026
Where: Borstad Hill in Muskoseepi Park, Grande Prairie
How much: day passes $25 per youth, $75-$95 per adult
Edmonton & Capital Region
Beaumont Music Festival
Beaumont Music Festival have some major artists appearing in 2026. And the festival offers onsite camping to make your festival experience a bit more convenient.
2026 Lineup:
The two-day lineup blends rock and emerging talent, with Friday featuring Crown Lands, Toque, and RadioActive, while Saturday highlights Big Sugar, Royal Tusk, Lucette, Olivia Rose, and more high-energy performances.
When: June 19 to 21, 2026
Where: B.A.D.A.S. fairgrounds, 24358 Township Rd 505, Beaumont
How much: $89 +fees & up
TD Edmonton International Jazz Festival
There will be many days, and venues, for finding a show in the International Jazz Festival lineup. These include both indoor and outdoor venues, large areas like the Winspear, and more intimate areas like Chateau Lacombe.
2026 Lineup:
2026 Edition features a diverse lineup of headliners, including Hiromi’s Sonicwonder on June 26, Shebad on June 20, and GeminiCrab on June 27. Jazzclub performances include Raul Midón on June 24, Isaiah Collier on June 25, and Pasquale Grasso on June 27, showcasing global and emerging jazz talent across styles and generations.
When: June 19 to 28, 2026
Where: various venues in downtown and central Edmonton
How much: Varies
Ravenwood Music Festival
Strathcona County is the annual home of the Ravenwood Music Festival. The Central Alberta Festival boasts two full days of live music in the park with genres like rock, folk, and country.
2026 Lineup:
Two days of concerts feature Ahead by a Century, Pushing Ginger, and Charlie Jacobson on Friday, July 10, followed by Captain Tractor, Secondhand Dreamcar, Jed and the Valentine, Donita Large, and Curt Young on Saturday, July 11.
When: July 10 & 11, 2026
Where: Broadmoor Lake Park, Sherwood Park
How much: $45 to $65 +fees
Rockin’ Thunder
Rockin’ Thunder returns for the second year with an absolutely electrifying lineup!
2026 Lineup: Headlined by Three Days Grace and Creed, with The Glorious Sons, Mammoth, Grandson, Buckcherry, Paul Langlois, Bif Naked, and Calling All Captains. Details
When: July 11 & 12, 2026
Where: Exhibition Lands Racetrack, 118 Avenue Northwest, Edmonton
How much:$135 & up
Neon Skies Music Festival
Neon Skies Music Festival debuts in the ICE District with a two-night lineup focused on connection and atmosphere, featuring “Found Heaven” on Friday and “Neon Streets” on Saturday, blending music, identity, and shared moments under the stars.
2026 lineup:
Conan Gray with Myles Smith and Natasha Bedingfield and KESHA with Slayyyter and Heidi Montag
When: July 17 & 18, 2026
Where: Fan Park @ ICE District, 10128 – 104 Avenue NW, Edmonton
How much: $129.95 & up
K-Days Music Fest
For ten nights, K-days will feature a constellation of chart-topping musicians across multiple genres, from rock and pop to country and hip hop.
2026 Lineup:
bbno$, The Beaches, Connor Price, Down With Webster, MICO, Mother Mother, Noah Cyrus, Peach Pit, Pennywise, and Ty Dolla $ign—plus some INCREDIBLE openers! Details
When: July 17 to 26, 2026
Where: Edmonton EXPO Centre & Exhibition Grounds, Edmonton
How much: $15.45 & up
Edmonton Folk Music Festival
Folk Fest in Edmonton always guarantees a great time on Gallagher Hill, where guests can set up blankets and watch the sun go down over Edmonton. The festival is a combination of international and local performers.
The full line up will be announced on May 28.
When: August 6-9, 2026.
Where: Gallagher Hill Park, Edmonton
Boots and Hearts West
Republic Live and OEG Sports & Entertainment are launching Boots and Hearts in Western Canada, with Russell Dickerson headlining August 28 and Grammy-nominated Shaboozey leading the lineup August 29 in its debut year. Details
2026 Lineup:
When: August 28 to 29, 2026
Where: Fan Park @ Ice District, 10104 104 Ave NW, Edmonton
How Much: $133.60 & up
Down By The River
Down by the River is a two-day, all-ages festival in Louise McKinney Riverfront Park, blending indie, folk, rock, and alternative music with community vibes, scenic views, and a curated Canadian lineup. Details
2026 Lineup:
When: September 18 to 20, 2026
Where: Louise McKinney Riverfront Park, 9999 Grierson Hill NW, Edmonton
How much: $49.82 & up
Central Alberta
Decimate Metalfest
Decimate Metalfest brings a weekend of intense metal to Millet Agriplex Arena, with heavy riffs, guttural vocals, and high-energy performances, promising a raw, immersive experience for fans of extreme music.
2026 Lineup:
When: June 26 & 27, 2026
Where: Millet Agriplex Arena, 5400 45 Ave, Millet
How much: $60-$120+fees
Pembina River Nights
What better venue for a music festival than the shady and green shores of one of Alberta’s rivers? The annual Pembina River Nights offers two full evenings of live music outside, on the river’s shores. The festival offers camping for both nights and includes it in the price of passes.
2026 Lineup: Axion Anna, Drew Howard, Garret Tullis, Judgemental, Ringoo and Wall, Skinny Dyck, Altered by Mom, Carter Felkar, Orvald Wayne Show, Saskatoon Revival, Zander Ness, Adwy Watson, Edward Pina
When: July 10 & 11, 2026
Where: Rangerton Park, Evansburg
How much: 2 days: $160 with camping, Children 14 and under Free
Wild Mountain Music Festival
Hinton’s Wild Mountain Music Festival do not have their full lineup yet; however, they do have some exciting headliners already scheduled. These include the Gord Bamford, The Sheepdogs, Romi Mayes, Celiegh Cardinal and many more! You can stay the entire weekend in the campground, with the festival even offering tents for rent.
2026 Lineup – TBA
When: July 17 to 19, 2026
Where: Old Entrance Ranch, Hinton
How much: $124.82 to $136.11
Shady Grove Blue Grass Music Festival
The annual Shady Grove Bluegrass Festival will feature three days of live music in 2026. The lineup is set to include all the best in Canada’s bluegrass musical talent. In addition to the live music on stage, there will be other activities at the festival, such as jam sessions and workshops.
2026 Lineup: Michael Prewitt & Crunchgrass Supreme, Mason Via, Eli West, Hot Biscuit Stringband, The Lonesome Town Painters, Bix Mix Boys, 5 Guys Named Dave, Crooked Path
When: July 17 to 19, 2026
Where: Sundre Rodeo Grounds – 410 2 Ave NW, Sundre
How much: $42 & up
Blue Suede Music Festival
Celebrate the king of rock and roll this summer with Westlock’s Blue Suede Music Festival.
The performers include a variety of Elvis tribute acts, Andrew Martin, Kings4Quartet, and the festival seeks to raise funds and food for the 3 local area Food Banks, Westlock, Morinville and Barrhead, and support The Ripple Connection in Barrhead.
When: July 24 -26, 2026
Where: Westlock & District Agricultural Society
How much: $10 to $45
Big Valley Jamboree
BVJ always promises a big lineup of country music acts, and this year is no different.
The 2026 Big Valley Jamboree is already selling up tickets for both general weekend passes and the campground. This could be thanks to the announcement of Old Dominion, Riley Green, Keith Urban, and Nate Smith as some big acts.
2026 lineup:
When: July 30 to August 2, 2026
Where: Camrose Regional Exhibition, Exhibition Drive, Camrose
How much:$63 and up
Pigeon Lake Music Festival
Each summer, the Pigeon Lake Music Festival transforms Mulhurst Bay into a vibrant hub of music and merriment during the August long weekend. With performances by notable artists like The Tea Party and Headstones, alongside fantastic food, drinks, and company, the festival offers a memorable outdoor experience.
2026 lineup:
When: July 31 to August 2, 2026
Where: 473008 Range Rd 10, Mulhurst Bay
How much: $80 to $120+fees
Loud as Hell Festival
Things will be loud in Drumheller this summer. More specifically, the area will get Loud as Hell with the annual metal music festival. This is a one-of-a-kind festival experience in Alberta, with outdoor performances in the heart of the Badlands. Onsite camping is included in the weekend pass prices.
2026 lineup:
When: July 31 to August 2, 2026
Where: Dinosaur Downs Speedway, 5 St SE, Drumheller
How much: weekend pass $190
The Womp Music Festival
Escape to The Womp Music Festival, Alberta’s rising electronic music camping event, near Evansburg. Just an hour from Edmonton, this forest-set festival features three unique stages with full PK Sound and stunning visuals. It’s a weekend of music, art, nature, and community—an immersive escape from the everyday grind.
2026 Lineup: TBA
When: August 20 to 23, 2026
Where: Aspen Country Hills, 54510 Range Road 75, Yellowhead County
How much: Weekend: $225 to $330
Friendzy Fest
Friendzy Fest is celebrating its 6th year as the “Year of the Dragon.” What began as a gathering of 50 friends is now a full-blown festival along the Pembina River. Expect three bass-heavy stages, art, camping, food trucks, and wellness workshops.
2026 lineup:
When: August 6 to 9, 2026
Where: Rangeton Park, Evansburg
How much: Weekend: $315 & up
Bro-Tel Backyard Festival
This music festival gives you a perfect setting in which to enjoy Alberta’s local artists. The Backyard Festival is on the shores of Jackfish Lake and offers a relaxed atmosphere for live music, yard games, and hanging out under the sun. This intimate music festival could be the best way to close out your summer holidays.
2026 Lineup: TBA
When: August 14-16, 2026
Where: John Dudar Park, Township Rd 534, Jackfish Lake
How Much: $45.00 & up
WayneStock
The Rosedeer Hotel, built in 1913 and home to the Last Chance Saloon and restaurant, hosts WayneStock, a three-day music festival over Labour Day weekend. Over 40 bands will play a variety of genres, including rock, bluegrass, country, hillbilly, and gypsy blues. While the lineup is not yet known, the festival is known for its intimate atmosphere which draws festival goers year after year.
2026 Lineup: TBA
When: September 4 to 6, 2026
Where: Last Chance Saloon, 555 Jewell Street, Wayne
How much: $40.95 & up
Calgary & Area
LieLow Music Fest
Immerse yourselves in a relaxing and chill music festival experience in Snake Valley this summer. The LieLow Music Fest is an opportunity to enjoy music and community through a variety of genres and styles. On-site camping is available for some extra convenience, as well as nearby at Lake McGregor Provincial Park. Details
2026 Lineup:
When: June 12 to 14, 2026
Where: Milo 134 1st Street South Milo
How much: $25-$80
Sled Island
Calgary’s Sled Island is well-known across the province as a music festival. Sled Island also celebrates film, comedy, and art through its available performances. The line-up is eclectic, diverse, and attracts close to 40, 000 visitors each year. Sled Island is a chance to dance to something new, laugh at something new, and watch something outside of your streaming services! Details
2026 lineup:
When: June 17 to 21, 2026
Where: Various venues, Calgary
How much: Free & ticketed events
Country Thunder Alberta
From jaw-dropping performances to legendary moments, Country Thunder Alberta is your ticket to the hottest weekend of the summer in Calgary. This is a chance to soak up some sun, some country music, and community vibes in the historic Fort Calgary. Details
2026 Lineup:
The Red Clay Strays, Kane Brown, Lainey Wilson, Tyler Hubbard, Ian Munsick, Noeline Hofmann, Mark Chesnutt, Logan Layman, Adrien Nunez, Elizabeth Nichols, Chevy Beaulieu, Alee, Tony Stevens, Jaiden Riley
When: June 26–28, 2026
Where: Confluence Historic Site and Parkland, 750 9 Ave SE, Calgary
How much: $125 & up
Calgary Stampede Concerts
The 11-day music lineup part of Calgary Stampede spans pop, EDM, hip-hop, rock, and country, with performances across Coca-Cola Stage, Nashville North, and Big Four Roadhouse included in admission, plus the separately ticketed Stampede Concert Series.
2026 lineup:
When: July 2 to 12, 2026
Where: Stampede Grounds, Calgary
How much: Stampede Admission
Badlands Music Festival
Calgary’s Badlands Music Festival has accompanied the Stampede for a number of years now. It is a full-on dance party for a week straight and can be an excellent way to end your day at the Calgary Stampede. DJs perform indoors under the massive Badlands Tent, and there are some big names included in the
2026 lineup: The lineup features Mau P, Notion, Disco Lines, GRiZ, Dom Dolla, Knock2, Levity B2B Alleycvt, Above & Beyond, Lsr/City X, Loud Luxury, and Chris Lake, covering electronic, house, and festival dance sounds.
When: July 2 to 12, 2026
Where: Badlands Tent, Calgary
How much: Varies
Cowboys Music Festival
Cowboys Music Festival blends a wide-ranging lineup of global artists with its well-known party atmosphere, creating an 11-day event known for high energy, big crowds, and a mix of music and nightlife.
2026 lineup:Tucker Wetmore + Charles Wesley Godwin, John Summit, Sam Barber, Steve Aoki + Sean Paul + Flo Rida, Jon Pardi + Max McNown, plus many more!
When: July 2 to 12, 2026
Where: Cowboys Park, 1220 9 Ave SW, Calgary
How much: Varies
Terminus Festival
The Terminus Festival returns to Calgary for its 12th year, bringing together a global array of bands for a weekend filled with dark electronic, synth, and industrial music. This annual event showcases genres like darkwave, post-punk, and EBM, drawing fans and artists worldwide to revel in a celebration of cutting-edge sounds in Alberta’s vibrant city.
When: July 23-26, 2026
Where: Dickens, 1000 9 Ave SW, Calgary
How Much: Weekend: $278.13
Calgary Folk Music Festival
One of Calgary’s nicest and most scenic parks is also the home of the city’s annual Folk Music Festival. The festival takes place riverside in Prince’s Island Park and offers four evenings of unforgettable live music.
When: July 23–26, 2026
Where: Prince’s Island Park, Calgary
How Much: Day Pass: $53.28 to $97.76
Chasing Summer Music Festival
Calgary’s biggest EDM festival, Chasing Summer, returns for 2026 edition. The electronic music and arts festival takes over the Max Bell Grounds each year for a memorable festival experience. The grounds offer views of sunsets over the city and plenty of space to dance. Plus, there are plenty of grassy areas for taking dance breaks or grabbing shade. Details
2026 Lineup:
When: August 1 & 2, 2026
Where: Max Bell Festival Grounds, Calgary
How much: $145.00 & up
Canmore Folk Music Festival
The long list of performers will take centre stage under the scenery of the Rocky Mountains and foothills to create a memorable concert experience. Guests are welcome to set up chairs and blankets on the grassy field, where they can sit back, relax, and take in the live music. Details
2026 Lineup:
When: August 1 to 3, 2026
Where: Centennial Park, Canmore
How much: $51.52 & up
Southern Alberta
Alternative Waves Music Festival
There are many ways to celebrate the arts and music in Medicine Hat this summer. First for the season is the city’s Alternative Waves Music Festival in June. Explore the best of Alberta’s alt-rock scene through a combination of indoor and outdoor live performances. Details
2026 Lineup:
When: June 12 to 14, 2026
Where: Mainliner Pub 505 N Railway St, Medicine Hat
How much: $60.05 & up
Medicine Hat JazzFest
The Medicine Hat JazzFest brings a vibrant mix of jazz performances to south-eastern Alberta. The festival showcases local, Canadian, and international artists across various unique venues, creating an intimate atmosphere for audience engagement. Set against the scenic backdrop of the South Saskatchewan River, the festival offers a diverse program of free and ticketed events, including concerts and dance parties, suitable for all ages and emphasizing community celebration.
2026 Lineup
Kristin Korb, Jason Marsalis, Mary Ancheta, Ron Di Lauro Sextet, Francois Bourassa, Robert Lee, The Ostara Project, The Medalta Dance Party with Ciara Hager, Klave Latin Band, The Ray Charles Tribute Orchestra
When: June 16 to 21, 2026
Where: Various Venues, Medicine Hat
How Much: $20 & up
South Country Fair
The 39th Annual South Country Fair is scheduled for mid-July 2026 in Fort McLeod. The music festival and camping experience offer a diverse range of artists and performers. The fair is an opportunity to enjoy a true folk festival experience on the banks of the Oldman River.
When: July 17-19, 2026
Where: Fort McLeod
HowMuch: Weekend Pass: $145 & up
Cornstock
Taber and Spider Entertainment are teaming up to bring Cornstock ’26 to southern Alberta this year. The music festival includes classic rock and tribute acts, and access to food trucks and beer gardens. Camping is available for Cornstock for an extra fee. Details
2026 Lineup:
When: July 23 to 25, 2026
Where: Legion Youth Center – 7211 50th St., Taber
How much: Weekend – $225
Southern Alberta Music Festival
Aspen Crossing is known across Alberta for their unique train excursions and caboose camping cars. They also have another reason to visit this summer with the Southern Alberta Music Festival. The two-day event has a full lineup of local talent scheduled to perform. Camping is available for festival-goers, and proceeds for all types of passes will go to support the STARS Air Ambulance.
2026 Lineup:
Craig Moritz, Ben Chase, Garrett Gregory, Fraid Knot, Donna & Leroy, Robert Gosse Band, Double Suede, High Steppin Daddy, Nite LifE, Larry Vanatta
When: August 8 to 9, 2026
Where: Aspen Crossing Train Station & Campground, Mossleigh
How much: $100 for teh weekend


























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