The Canmore Folk Music Festival returns August 2 - 4, 2025, bringing three days of live folk, roots, and Americana music to the heart of the Rockies. With headliners like Corb Lund, Basia Bulat, and Kishi Bashi, plus free community concerts, dancing zones, and family-friendly fun, it’s the perfect way to spend the Heritage Day long weekend. Plan your stay with Pristine Peak for easy access to all the festival magic.
Get ready—Alberta’s longest-running folk music celebration returns to Canmore’s Centennial Park over the Heritage Day long weekend this summer: August 2-4, 2025 canmorefolkfestival.com. Expect three days of world‑class folk, roots, Americana, and singer‑songwriter performances, set against the breathtaking Rocky Mountain backdrop.
The 2025 lineup features an eclectic mix of established and emerging artists:
Since 1978, the Canmore Folk Music Festival has brought music and mountain lovers together - an inclusive, community-driven tradition. With around 5,000 daily attendees and over 600 volunteers, it’s a celebration of culture, creativity, and connection rooted in Rocky Mountain beauty.
Whether you're a longtime folk fan or new to the scene, this Festival is your chance to meet music, mountains, and community in perfect harmony. Explore the full 2025 lineup, grab your tickets early, and plan for an unforgettable long weekend.
Stay tuned to the festival website to watch the schedule drop—workshops, set times, and more are on the way.
Ready for an epic getaway? Check out our Pristine Peak vacation rentals for the ideal basecamp - just minutes from the festival’s heart, so you can focus on the music and the mountaintops.