City of St. John’s Unveils Lineup for 2026 Music @ Concert Series

The City of St. John’s has announced the lineup for its 2026 Music @ Concert Series, featuring a summer-long schedule of free performances by local musicians.

The annual concert series will run from July 3 to Sept. 18, with performances taking place at Harbourside Park and Bannerman Park. The series showcases a range of musical styles, including folk, rock, pop, traditional and country music.

Coun. Jill Bruce, lead for Community Services, said the concert series continues to bring residents and visitors together while highlighting local talent.

"Music @ has a unique way of bringing people together, and we’re excited to welcome residents and visitors alike to enjoy another summer of outstanding local performances," Bruce said in a statement.

Each concert will begin with a performance by a young emerging artist through a partnership with the Newfoundland and Labrador Folk Arts Society.

The 2026 lineup includes:

• July 3 – Sherry Ryan (Harbourside Park)

• July 10 – Rachel Cousins (Harbourside Park)

• July 11 – Squeeze the Day (Bannerman Park)

• July 17 – Sonic Playgrounds (Harbourside Park)

• July 24 – Jim Payne & Fergus O'Byrne (Harbourside Park)

• July 31 – High & Lonesome (Harbourside Park)

• Aug. 7 – Salt Beef Junkies (Harbourside Park)

• Aug. 8 – Cove Pond (Bannerman Park)

• Aug. 14 – Rev. Dave Trio (Harbourside Park)

• Aug. 21 – De La Paz Latin Quintet (Harbourside Park)

• Aug. 22 – Ana & Eric (Bannerman Park)

• Aug. 28 – Hannah Green (Harbourside Park)

• Sept. 4 – Justin Fancy (Harbourside Park)

• Sept. 11 – Big Space (Harbourside Park)

• Sept. 18 – Zaynab Wilson MoZayic (Harbourside Park)
  

Most performances are scheduled for Fridays from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Harbourside Park, while select Saturday concerts will be held at Bannerman Park from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.