Wideglide Entertainment is excited to announce its lineup of festival headliners and first wave of support artists for the 4-day festival taking place at Laketown Ranch in the Cowichan Valley on July 30 – August 2, 2026.
Designed to appeal to music lovers of all ages, the 2026 Sunfest Country Music Festival lineup features some of country music’s biggest acts from across North America.
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Thursday July 30th will start the weekend off with an exclusive Kick-Off party featuring 2-time Juno award winning, and Sony Music Canada recording artists, TIM & THE GLORY BOYS.
Friday, July 31st will see multi-platinum hitmaker and founding member of FLORIDA GEORGIA LINE, TYLER HUBBARD take the Sunfest stage. Hubbard, with multiple No. 1 singles and over a billion global streams, is known for his high-energy performances and irresistible country-pop hooks. He continues to dominate charts and electrify festival crowds worldwide. Support Friday will come from BCCMA award winner, TYLER JOE MILLER, who was the first independent artist to debut back-to-back No. 1 hits on the Billboard Canadian Country chart in 2023.
On Saturday, August 1st, CMA- and ACM-winning country star JON PARDI headlines. Pardi is known for bringing a fresh, modern edge to classic honky-tonk with multiple No. 1 hits and a multi-platinum catalog. With his powerhouse live show and unmistakable California-born flair, he’s become one of country music’s most electrifying and authentic headliners. Also on Saturday, Sony Music Nashville recording artist NATE SMITH will offer direct support. With multiple platinum-certified hits including the chart-topping “Whiskey On You”, his high-energy live show and heartfelt storytelling have made the Californian a standout fan favourite.
On Sunday August 2nd, ACM New Male Artist of the Year winner RILEY GREEN takes the top spot. A modern country favorite with his mix of rugged Southern charm, traditional sound, and hit singles like the multi-platinum “I Wish Grandpas Never Died”, his authentic storytelling and undeniable stage presence have solidified him as one of country music’s most compelling rising headliners. Also Sunday, platinum-selling Ontario group JAMES BARKER BAND and Alabama native HANNAH MCFARLAND will take supporting duties.
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