Stan Rogers Folk Festival

Stan Rogers Folk Festival Celebrating 30 Years! JULY 20-26, 2026
Stanfest - Canada's Songwriter Festival Thousands of the Stanfest faithful do this every year in Canso.

Enjoying music and friends at an outdoor festival is one of life's most basic joys. Over 30 artists and groups gather to celebrate songwriting and to perform 100 shows on 4 festival stages.

06/17/2026

Tamar Ilana & Ventanas is a 6-piece global music and flamenco band based in Toronto, Canada. Founded in 2011 by "powerhouse vocalist" (Downbeat Magazine) and Jewish-Indigenous artist Tamar Ilana, they've received 4 CFMA nominations, and toured across Canada, the US, Colombia, Portugal, Ireland and Spain. They released their 4th album, AZADI, in 2024: original compositions that reflect on life’s freedoms with strong influences from their unique combination of cultural and musical backgrounds including Flamenco, Sephardic, Balkan, Greek, Turkish, Jazz, Pop, Classical and Mediterranean folk. 🎶

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06/17/2026

J.P. Cormier is a celebrated Canadian multi-instrumentalist and songwriter whose bluegrass, folk, and Celtic roots have shaped a remarkable career. A thirteen-time ECMA winner, he has toured internationally since his teens, performed with legends from Waylon Jennings to Bill Monroe, and released a wide-ranging catalogue of acclaimed albums. Known for his virtuosity, heartfelt songwriting, and genuine connection with audiences, J.P. continues to inspire fans through his live shows, recordings, and popular online series.🎵

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Enjoy an unforgettable evening at Liscombe Lodge with the story-rich artistry of Kim Dunn and Terra Spencer. Kim Dunn, b...
06/16/2026

Enjoy an unforgettable evening at Liscombe Lodge with the story-rich artistry of Kim Dunn and Terra Spencer. Kim Dunn, born in North Sydney and based near Halifax, has built a 40-year music career as an award-winning songwriter, arranger, and performer, working with many East Coast legends and now bringing his own soulful songs front and centre. Terra Spencer, a celebrated Nova Scotia songwriter brings fresh, deeply personal songs and sharp East Coast wit to the stage.

Set in the welcoming, intimate setting of Liscombe Lodge, this performance is one you’ll want to plan for. Get a room, bring a friend or loved one, and be prepared to be fully entertained.

Tickets are available online at www.stanfest.com, including a special 3 tickets for $50 offer. For full event details, visit www.stanfest.com or contact us at [email protected].

06/15/2026

The Lee Boys are one of America’s finest African American sacred steel ensembles, blending Gospel tradition with blues, jazz, rock, funk, and hip-hop into an electrifying, joy-filled sound. Founded by Alvin Lee and rooted in the House of God Church tradition, they have carried sacred steel from church pews to global stages, performing worldwide for over 20 years. Festival favourites and Florida Folk Heritage Award recipients, The Lee Boys unite faith, rhythm, and irresistible dance-floor energy.🥁

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06/15/2026

JUNO-nominated, Canadian Folk Music Award–winning sister duo Cassie and Maggie are among Canada’s leading contemporary folk voices. Rooted in Celtic tradition and shaped by modern folk and Americana, the Nova Scotia artists are celebrated for virtuosic musicianship, rich harmonies, and emotionally resonant songwriting. Their 2025 album Gold and Coal reached #2 on Roots Music Canada and International Folk DJ charts. With extensive international touring, they deliver powerful performances that honour tradition while boldly pushing the genre forward.🎻

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06/13/2026

Hawksley Workman is a Juno Award- winning and Gold Record certified singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. Since his ground-breaking self-produced indie debut for Him and The Girls through to chart topping singles of 2020, Hawksley has careened between major label international smash hits to Canadiana soaked indie releases. Boasting a catalogue of 17 solo records, Hawksley's genre defying style strings together folk, chart pop and irrepressible cabaret.🎸

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06/13/2026

From Newfoundland’s rugged shores—often called the Far East of the Western World—The Irish Descendants are among Canada’s most celebrated folk groups. For over 35 years, the multi-award-winning band has performed more than 8,000 shows worldwide. Led by the unmistakable voice of Con O’Brien, they blend rich vocals and masterful musicianship with stories of Irish heritage and Newfoundland life. Their performances are joyful journeys filled with history, humour, and East Coast spirit.🎻

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06/11/2026

Jing Xia is a professional guzheng artist and ethnomusicologist based in Newfoundland, Canada. Born and raised in Hunan, China, Xia began her musical journey at the age of six, mastering the guzheng and eventually earning degrees in Music Performance (B.A.), Arts Management (M.A.), and Ethnomusicology (Ph.D.). Her recent accolades include the 2023 East Coast Music Award for "Roots/Traditional Recording of the Year" and the 2023 MusicNL Award for "Album of the Year" for her solo album The Numinous Journey. She was also named the 2023 MusicNL “Solo Artist of the Year” and 2022 MusicNL "Rising Star of the Year". 🎶

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06/11/2026

Lennie Gallant is an award-winning East Coast songwriter with sixteen albums, including his new release Shelter From the Storms. His iconic “Peter’s Dream” is in the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame, and one of his albums even orbited Earth aboard the International Space Station. Gallant has performed with symphonies and artists like Jimmy Buffett, who featured him as a vocalist and co-writer. A gifted storyteller and humanitarian, he was appointed to the Order of Canada. He also performs in the duo Sirène et Matelot.🎻

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06/10/2026

For more than 45 years, Connie Kaldor has captivated audiences with her unforgettable songs, humour, and commanding stage presence. A three-time Juno Award winner and member of the Order of Canada, she remains one of Canada’s most celebrated folk artists. Fresh off a Lifetime Achievement Award from Woodstock Folk Festival, she continues to connect with audiences through her latest album, Wide Open Spaces, Inspired by her roots in the Canadian Prairies. Her performances are equal parts moving, entertaining, and deeply memorable.🎶

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