The Camrose Blues Festival returns to Camrose, Alberta, for its second year with a weekend of performances set for July 17 and July 18, 2026. Music enthusiasts can enjoy a kickoff party on July 16 and conclude the weekend with a Blues Brunch on July 19.
Main stage performances will be held at the Bailey Theatre, the oldest theatre in Alberta. Originally built in 1911, the venue has recently undergone a major restoration to become a modern 396-seat space. As a non-profit event organized by a volunteer committee, all proceeds from the festival support the Bailey Theatre Society in its ongoing efforts to preserve the historic site.
The 2026 lineup features nine acts, including headliners such as 2026 JUNO Award winner Steve Marriner, Grammy-winning blues musician Donald Ray Johnson, and Harry Manx. Other performers include Ollee Owens, the Andrew Michael Blues Band, the Brandon Isaak Band, the Samantha King Band, the Russell Jackson Band, and Graham Guest. Brandon Isaak brings recognition as a 2025 Canadian Blues Music Awards winner, while Samantha King is a 2025 JUNO nominee.
Festival committee chair John Person noted that the event is designed to be family-friendly and open to all ages. Attendees will find food and beverages available for purchase on-site throughout the weekend. Visitors travelling to the area for the music may use the Days Inn Camrose Norsemen, which serves as the festival’s official sponsor hotel.
