Blizzard Music Festival

Blizzard Music Festival Blizzard Music Festival runs annually, the last weekend of January, in Rossland BC. Serving up an eclectic mix of music for all to enjoy.

Blizzard Music Fest runs annually, the last weekend of January. This year's festival starts on January 26th and runs through until January 29th. Blizzard will be taking place at multiple locations around our lovely city of Rossland. Check back frequently for updates! The full line up will be announced - Check it out!

That's a wrap on Blizzard Fest 2026. This year was the most diverse line up we've ever put together. We are so thrilled ...
01/25/2026

That's a wrap on Blizzard Fest 2026.

This year was the most diverse line up we've ever put together. We are so thrilled to be able to bring a bit of the world to Rossland
30 bands and artists over 3 days at 5 venues is no small feet.
Thank you to all the volunteers, artists, sponsors, venues and especially you for making it all happen.
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Of course big thanks to

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Off The Grid. Fractle Jazz. Geoffrey Lundstrom.

BLIZZARD FEST NIGHT 3Holy smokes. Last night was crazy, we are still buzzing but we have another big night ahead. Starti...
01/24/2026

BLIZZARD FEST NIGHT 3

Holy smokes. Last night was crazy, we are still buzzing but we have another big night ahead.

Starting the night at the we have .stubbs1122 and his B-side Gals getting the room warmed up. bring a generous variety of sweaty jazz numbers, velvety love songs, and swingin' jump-blues.

At the Lily May Room settle in with the Rosslands fines.
Next in the hot seat, is the lovely
Making her return to the Rossland stage.

Over at the Olaus Ice Palace will be getting it heated up before takes over the decks. Rave on Main St?!? Ok!!

Back over at the Minors Hall we are sooo excited to have Seattle based as our 2026 Festival Headliners. Listening to the abundant sounds of the Seattle-based funk & soul group, True Loves, is like walking down a favorite neighborhood street, slapping five with friends. The band is its own block party.
Getting the evening started we have Off The Grid

Head up to if your looking for something a bit heavier. Legends are up first, then will melt your earholes and your minds.
Vancouver's bring a generous dose of heavy psych rock to the party and headlining the night. Get ready to dance your little buns off. This is line-up is stacked with a little bit of evening.

THANK YOU SO MUCH SATURDAY BLIZZARD FEST IS ALMOST COMPLETELY SOLD OUT 🙌
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Blizzard Music Festival Night 2The evening starts at the Old Fire Hall Tavern with Kootenay based instrumental jazz grou...
01/23/2026

Blizzard Music Festival Night 2

The evening starts at the Old Fire Hall Tavern with Kootenay based instrumental jazz group Fractal Jazz. Followed by Melody Diachun and the Swing Bastards. Fronted by award-winning vocalist, songwriter, and Nelson’s 2026 Cultural Ambassador the band performs originals from Get Back to the Groove plus tweaked versions of songs you know and love.

Over at the Lily May Room we have Geoffrey Lundstrum setting the tone for the evening. one half of the duo Moontricks, takes the floor next. The BC based songwriter, producer, multi-instrumentalist draws inspiration and sound from the rural mountains

Get your dancing shoes on for the Olaus Ice Palace and check out casting spells over the Rossland night air. She'll be warming up the crowd for who has been rocking stages all over the world for over a decade.

Up at the Flying Steamshovel we have a stacked line up of Punk Rock. Nelson’s Laughing Sickness and Kelowna's IDIOFAME will start the show. Followed by Edmonton avant-garde post-hardcore champions Midnight Peg.
Finishing off the evening at the Shovel will be Toronto’s OBMG'S One of the most exciting up and coming punk bands in Canada.

At the Miners Hall, starting the night will be the debut of the local supergroup Followed by another local Rossland heavyweight, .001
takes the stage next, with songs that straddle folk elements with the dynamic energy of 70’s rock n roll.
Capping off the Miners Hall evening is the one and only Affectionately dubbed the Yacht-Pop Princess, Paris has been making waves with her signature brand of pop.

We are sad to announce that Tonye Aganaba has had to cancel her performance at Blizzard Fest this due to unforeseen trav...
01/22/2026

We are sad to announce that Tonye Aganaba has had to cancel her performance at Blizzard Fest this due to unforeseen travel issues.

will still be performing as planned and we encourage everyone yo still check out the show. If you'd prefer a refund keep an eye on your email for refund option soon

Sorry for the disappointment and hope everyone understands there things do happen.

Blizzard Fest 2026 STARTS TONIGHT!!! So excited to see y'all!Ease into your night at the with the some twang and roll. ...
01/22/2026

Blizzard Fest 2026 STARTS TONIGHT!!!
So excited to see y'all!

Ease into your night at the with the some twang and roll. has been a foundational member of our local music community for over a decade and always puts on an amazing performance. takes the stage next with a all-star cast of musical accomplices. This will be a night full of special guests and special memories

Head over to the Minors Union Hall to catch the beautiful soulful mountain melodies of warm up the crowd. Let the waves of bliss roll over you.
Final we have critically acclaimed Canadian hip hop legend in the house. Juno award-winning, Polaris Short Listed, CBC Radio host; his resume is prolific. We are incredibly grateful and excited to have him as our night one headliner.

Its gonna be a incredibly fun weekend and we cant wait to see you all out and about.

Joanna Magik, with her two-tone hair and athletic energy, is a rising force on the North American dance music scene, wit...
01/21/2026

Joanna Magik, with her two-tone hair and athletic energy, is a rising force on the North American dance music scene, with standout sets that blend house, techno, and bass. A former pro snowboarder and Olympic sports announcer, Joanna Magik now channels that same high‑octane energy into releases on Dirtybird, Box of Cats, Glasgow Underground, Space Yacht and more. Her punchy productions have earned support from Claude VonStroke, Kyle Watson, Biscits, Black V Neck, and more. 

She’s a Pete Tong x Apple Music mix winner, named “Future of Dance” by 1001Tracklists, and selected by LP Giobbi as an Artist Fellow for Miami Music Week. Joanna is also the resident DJ for the NHL’s Calgary Flames, splitting her time between Calgary and Los Angeles. She’s played Miami Music Week, Amsterdam Dance Event,  Shambhala, Badlands, JUNOFest, Festival D’Ete, Dirytbird CampOut and CampINN and club sets at iconic venues Audio SF, Academy LA, Avalon Hollywood, and Toronto’s CODA. She’s also a proud ambassador for Femme House and Change the Beat, mentoring underrepresented voices in dance music.

heats up the Olaus Ice Palace this Friday January 23rd with
Limited tickets still available, get em while you can!

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The Gravy Train resides in Rossland BC, but they make stops wherever the party is calling!High energy Adventure Surf Roc...
01/20/2026

The Gravy Train resides in Rossland BC, but they make stops wherever the party is calling!
High energy Adventure Surf Rock paired with undertones of prog, punk, ska, and metal.

The Gravy Train gets you moving with sweet melodies, groovy beats and weird breakdowns.
We're the feeling right before being run over by a freight train.

Bring your dancing shoes!

The .001 rolls into the station Friday January 23rd at the Minors Union Hall
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Tickets for all Blizzard Music Festival events are selling like HOTCAKES 🥞 Saturday is almost completely sold out, and w...
01/20/2026

Tickets for all Blizzard Music Festival events are selling like HOTCAKES 🥞
Saturday is almost completely sold out, and will be soon.
Tickets on sale at blizzardmusicfest.tickit.ca

Damien Alblas is a Canadian alt-rock artist based out of the Kootenay Boundary region of British Columbia. Drawing insp...
01/19/2026

Damien Alblas is a Canadian alt-rock artist based out of the Kootenay Boundary region of British Columbia. Drawing inspiration from iconic artists such as Bob Dylan, The Beatles, Tom Petty, Fleetwood Mac and Pink Floyd to name a few, Alblas crafts original songs that blend folk elements with the dynamic energy of 70’s rock & roll, all while incorporating an 80’s level of showmanship. Alblas and his band delivers a theatrical and captivating live show, threaded with flashes of psychedelia for good measure.

When he’s not busy working for BC Wildfire, Alblas dedicates his time to performing, bringing his anthemic guitar solos and introspective songwriting to venues and festivals across Canada. Over the past decade, he has performed extensively, captivating audiences with his unique sound. Currently, Alblas is recording his debut album with JUNO Award Winning Roger Swan at Hallowed Sound Studio in Nelson, BC with plans for release in 2026.

takes the stage Friday January 23rd at the Minors Union Hall at 1045pm
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01/17/2026

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Don't miss headlining Saturday night at the Tickets on sale now. Link in our bioThe year was 2014, the place was Edmon...
01/16/2026

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The year was 2014, the place was Edmonton and the mission was simple. Spread the highly infectious pop punk contagion to the four corners of the earth and beyond. And, just like that, the first wave of Real Sickies was unleashed. A steady stream of demos and EPs quickly established the Sickies as a local virus to be reckoned with. The band fiercely escalated their fever pitch plans of world domination by sharing the stage with heavyweights Stiff Little Fingers, Subhumans, The Real McKenzies, Giuda, Mean Jeans and The Jolts just to name a few. A couple near disasters almost put the Real Sickies out of commission. Lead singer Ben ironically got real sick and required spinal surgery while a couple of founding members stepped down. This would usually be enough to sink any band; but Ben bounced back like a champion, new members stepped up and Real Sickies released their phenomenal debut album “Get Well Soon”. The band immediately shot out on tour making house calls across nation as many new fans happily succumbed to the sickness for the first time.

Now the Sickies are back and ready for Romance. Love Is For Lovers serves up yet another platter full of tasty hooks and punk rock melodies, but this time around with a dash of pop that shows a leap in songwriting craft. Recorded in Edmonton at Rob Lawless’ Physics Lab Studios, the album offers songs that straddle the border between Ramones style aggression and Strokes reminiscent vocal takes. This color-vinyl release includes everything from explosive rockers to heart-wrenching ballads. “Love is for Lovers” is the whole enchilada!

Melody & The Swing Bastards deliver groove-first music rooted in funk, soul, pop, and rock with a jazz sensibility. This...
01/14/2026

Melody & The Swing Bastards deliver groove-first music rooted in funk, soul, pop, and rock with a jazz sensibility. This is music to feel, not just admire.

Fronted by award-winning vocalist, songwriter, and Nelson’s 2026 Cultural Ambassador Melody Diachun, the band performs originals from Get Back to the Groove plus tweaked versions of songs you know and love. Expect deep grooves, infectious energy, and familiar tunes turned just slightly sideways.

Despite the name, this is not a straight-ahead swing or traditional jazz show. The “swing” is about feel, flexibility, and swagger.

Unapologetically funky, the band moves between soulful originals and groove-heavy takes on artists like ZZ Top, The Tragically Hip, Prince, The Beatles, and The Police. Smart, accessible, and impossible to sit still through.

Personnel:
Melody Diachun – vocals, percussion
Clinton Swanson – saxophones, vocals
Doug Stephenson – guitar, vocals
Mark Spielman – bass, vocals
Tony Ferraro – drums, vocals

Expect a set that’s polished, playful, and deeply groove-centric. With opening act Fractal Jazz, this show is part of the Blizzard Music Fest lineup at the

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