Find Your Sound at the 2026 Western Fair!

Guitar-driven rock, country favourites, big sing-alongs or a night of dancing – Western Fair 2026 has it all! The Bud Light Music Garden is bringing 10 days of FREE live music to the 149th Western Fair.

Be it Canadian rock staples, rising country artists, or tribute acts that bring your favourite hits to the stage, there's a reason to grab your friends and make your way to the Bud Light Music Garden every night of the Fair!

For the Rock Crowd

If big guitars, energetic performances and Canadian rock are your thing, the Music Garden has plenty on the schedule!

The Fair kicks off with The Strumbellas on Friday, September 11. Known for blending intimate songwriting with anthemic folk-rock, the Canadian group will take the stage at 9:30 p.m.

On Saturday, Wide Mouth Mason brings its blues, rock and roots sound to the Garden, followed by Texas King on Sunday, September 13. Known for their infectious melodies and high-energy live shows, Texas King hits the stage at 9 p.m.

The rock lineup continues throughout the week with The OverKillers, a high-energy tribute to The Killers, on September 15, followed by Canadian alternative rock favourites Chalk Circle on September 16. Earlier that evening, fans can catch POINTLESS: The Songs of Bill Priddle, celebrating songs from Bill Priddle's career, including favourites from Treble Charger.

For the Country Crowd

Country fans, Sunday, September 20 is one to have on your Fair calendar!

The Bud Light Music Garden is bringing together a lineup of Canada’s rising country artists for a full day of country music, making it the perfect opportunity to discover your next favourite artist.

Headlining the day is Sully Burrows, one of Canada’s most exciting emerging country artists and the 2025 CMAOntario Breakthrough Artist of the Year. Burrows has played major festivals including Boots & Hearts and LASSO and continues to build a strong national following with his high-energy performances and modern country sound.

Joining him is Tyler Lorette, the 2026 CMAOntario Breakthrough Artist of the Year. With millions of streams and a string of indie radio hits, Lorette has quickly become one of the names to watch in Canadian country music, bringing an energetic live show and fresh sound to the Bud Light Music Garden.

Also joining the lineup is Carson Janik, an Ontario-based artist known for his road-tested live performances and growing presence across Canada and the U.S.

If country is your thing, Sunday has your name on it!

For the Big Sing-Along

Some nights are made for singing along, and the Bud Light Music Garden has plenty in store!

On Monday, September 14, Taylor's Story: The Unofficial Tribute brings a full concert-style production inspired by one of pop music's biggest stars. With storytelling, fan-favourite songs and plenty of opportunities to sing along, it's a must for pop fans.

The night also features a Chappell Roan Tribute, bringing even more pop energy to the Music Garden.

Then on Thursday, September 17, the Music Garden sets sail with the Yacht Rock Show with timeless hits inspired by Toto, Steely Dan, Michael McDonald, Kenny Loggins, Christopher Cross, The Doobie Brothers, Boz Scaggs and more!

For the Dance Floor

The Music Garden isn't just for sitting back and listening!

Wing Night the Band brings the party on Friday, September 18 with a high-energy night of music, while Saturday, September 19 turns the Garden into a celebration of Latin music and culture – with a lineup features Ana Mexico and the Latin Power Band, 7 Seconds, Latin Power Dance Academy, Antonio Alas Mariachi, Mariachi Los Gallos and Los Grandes Del Norte.

Bring your dancing shoes - this one is made for the dance floor!

Ten Days. Something for Everyone!

With live music happening throughout the 149th Western Fair, the Bud Light Music Garden is the place to discover a new favourite, sing along to an old one or simply spend a night listening to great live music with friends.

And the best part? Everything is FREE with admission!

Check out the full Music Garden lineup and start planning your Fair nights.

Bud Light Music Garden Line-Up

• Friday, Sept. 11: The Strumbellas – 9:30 p.m.

• Saturday, Sept. 12: The Joel Dupuis Band – 7:30 p.m.; Wide Mouth Mason – 9 p.m.

• Sunday, Sept. 13: Texas King – 9 p.m.

• Monday, Sept. 14: Karen Emeny – 4:30 p.m.; Jason Mercer- 6:00 p.m.; Chappell Roan Tribute – 7:30 p.m.; Taylor’s Story: The Unofficial Tribute – 8:15 p.m.

• Tuesday, Sept. 15: My Artiface- 4:00 p.m.; ToNi Blu – 6 p.m.; The OverKillers – 9 p.m.

• Wednesday, Sept. 16: Leanne Mayer Band – 4 p.m.; Kaleb Hikele- 6:00 p.m.; POINTLESS: The Songs of Bill Priddle – 7:30 p.m.; Chalk Circle – 9:15 p.m.

• Thursday, Sept. 17: Karen Emeny – 4:30 p.m.; Errol Blackwood & Injah – 6 p.m.; The Yacht Rock Show – 8:30 p.m.

• Friday, Sept. 18: Tyler Delargie- 4:30 p.m.; Fool Hearts – 6:30 p.m.; Wing Night The Band – 8:30 p.m.

• Saturday, Sept. 19: Ana Mexico Latin Power Band- noon; 7 Minutes-2:00 p.m., Latin Passion Dance Academy-1:00 p.m. & 3:00 p.m,; Antonio Alas Mariachi-3:30 p.m.; Mariachi Los Gallos –6:00 p.m.; and Los Grandes Del Norte-8:00 p. m.

• Sunday, Sept. 20: Tyler DeLargie – noon; Ness – 1:15 p.m.; Tyler Lorette – 4 p.m.; Carson Janik – 5:30 and 7 p.m.; Sully Burrows – 8:30 p.m.