Newfoundland & Labrador Summer Music Festivals to Attend in 2026

No matter the kind of music you enjoy listening to, whether it’s country, rock, folk, bluegrass, or everything in between, you can find an awesome music festival to go to this summer in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Lawnya Vawnya Music Festival

This is a multi-day festival that focuses on presenting some of the most innovative independent music and art from St. John’s and across Canada.

A diverse lineup featuring acts like Slash Need, ÉBONY, Narcy, Fiver with the Fiver Trois, and G̱a̱mksimoon joins a packed schedule of music, film, and literary events. Artists such as AEXEL, Cable TV, Chump, fanclubwallet, JayWood, Kiwi Jr., Miesha and the Spanks, Sick Puppy, UZU أوزو, Zaynab Wilson, are also scheduled to appear, alongside workshops, panels, a downtown music crawl, and a merchandise and print fair. From punk bands to film screenings and reading series, the event brings together a wide range of talent across music, literature, and visual arts.

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4 Clift’s-Bairds Cove Road, St. John’s

June 3 – 6, 2026

16 Festival Pass $150.00 + tax

Iceberg Alley Performance Tent

The Iceberg Alley Performance Tent is a ten-day Festival that was created to showcase the unique heritage, culture, and traditions of the people of Newfoundland and Labrador.

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Downtown St. John’s

On hiatus till 2027
June  18 – 29, 2025

TBA

Tuckamore Festival

Since 2001, the Tuckamore festival has offered both an outstanding concert series featuring top-tier classical artists and an educational program for emerging young performers and composers.

Featured artists and programs include Duo Concertante, Trio Bessette-Djokic-Dominguez with Louise Bessette, Marc Djokic, and Chloé Dominguez, Heather Tuach & Kate Read, Violaine Melançon, Angela Pickett, Jon Kimura Parker, Matthew Byrne & Dave Paddon, Brentano String Quartet, Tom Allen: Brahms in New York, and the Tuckamore Young Artists.

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Various Venues, St. John’s

June 22 – July 5, 2026

Newfoundland & Labrador Folk Festival

Grab a blanket, a lawn chair, and your love of folk music and go to Newfoundland’s premier summer cultural event.

Details TBA

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Bannerman Park, St. John’s

 Aug. 8, 2026

TBA

Southern Shore Shamrock Festival

The annual Southern Shore Shamrock Festival offers the finest in traditional Newfoundland/Irish music. Enjoy concerts featuring local and established musicians, as well as the annual art exhibition. The festival is located in close proximity to Ferryland’s scenic beaches, Archaeological Dig, Ferryland Museum, church, and lighthouse.

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Festival Park, Ferryland

July 25–26, 2026

Churchill Park Music Festival

Great music is even better in beautiful Churchill Park, with wide open views, surrounded by mature trees and lush greenery.

On Saturday, July 18, fans can enjoy performances by The Chicks, Elle King, and Amanda Marshall. On Friday, July 24, the stage will feature Keith Urban, Russell Dickerson, and Dallas Smith. With more acts to be announced, these concerts promise non-stop energy and epic performances.

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Churchill Park, St. John’s

July 17-18 + July 24-25, 2026

General Admission:  Starting at $129 + HST & Applicable Fees
Premium/VIP Tickets:  Starting at $229 + HST & Applicable Fees

Cape St. George & Mainland Folk Festival

The beautiful Cape St. George comes alive with fantastic traditional music in English and French during midsummer. Get together with your family and friends who love folk music for an awesome weekend of toe-tapping traditional music, dance, kid’s games, and awesome souvenirs.
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Port au Port Peninsula, Cape St. George

TBA

George Street Festival

The George Street Festival brings major live music acts and thousands of fans together for a high-energy summer celebration in the heart of downtown. The 2026 lineup includes Alan Doyle, The Navigators, Derina Harvey Band, Down with Webster, LØLØ, Crush, Signal Hill, Shanneyganock, Rum Ragged, The Beaches, and The Blue Stones.
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St. John’s

July 30 – August 5, 2026

Voices of Placentia Bay Festival

Voices of Placentia Bay Festival is one of the best places to explore Newfoundland’s tradition of singing and storytelling. This annual festival is a fun, family-oriented event with main-stage performers and delicious concessions. The main stage is located in the Placentia’s Town Square.
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25 Patterson Drive, Placentia

August 1, 2026

Brimstone Head Folk Festival

Head to one of the four corners of the earth, according to the Flat Earth Society for a weekend packed with great music. This is one of the best music festivals in the province for lovers of folk music.
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5 Bank’s Cove Road, Fogo, Fogo Island

August 14 – 16, 2026

IronFest

IronFest is the biggest outdoor concert in Labrador, featuring 3 days of high energy entertainment, family programming, community celebration, and culture.

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 Labrador City Recreation Grounds, Labrador City

August 6 – 8, 2026