CELEBRATING 50 YEARS

OF FREE LIVE MUSIC

July 31 - Aug 2nd, 2026 | Gage Park |‍ ‍Hamilton, ON

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4 STAGES OF MUSIC | CHILDREN’S PERFORMERS

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NEWS

June 26th, 2026

We are proud to announce our lineup for the 50th Festival of Friends. July 31st to August 2nd in Gage Park, Hamilton.

Featuring Canadian indie icon FEIST and country music superstar Dallas Smith, the three-day free festival will close with a massive 50th Anniversary All-Star Celebration on the SecondShop.ca Mainstage featuring guest performances from:

Chantal Kreviazuk
Hawksley Workman
Brad Roberts of Crash Test Dummies
Tebey
Maestro Fresh Wes
Marc Jordan
Dan Hill
Andy Kim
Elliott Brood
Teenage Head
Ashley MacIsaac
Harrison Kennedy

The artists will be backed by hosts Blackie & The Rodeo Kings!

Plus, every Monday in July another major guest artist will be announced - so stay tuned to our social media channels.