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Each summer, downtown Perth comes alive with music. More here https://www.stewartparkfestival.com/

From July 18–20, 2025, the annual Stewart Park Festival returns—by donation, full of charm, and rich in community spirit. Visit the beautiful Downtown Heritage Perth for a 3 day celebration of live music, community and heritage, in Stewart Park! Experience new workshops, the artisanal market, various children’s' activities, and after hours concerts with beverage and food vendors.

05/29/2025

🎪 to Stewart Park Festival 2017!

Our daytime workshops have always brought creativity, laughter, and connection to the heart of the park. These moments, captured by the amazing Cari Hauranary, are pure festival joy—families, friends, and performers coming together to lift each other up (literally!).

The Stewart Park Festival — July 18th to 20th. 💫 Details at stewartparkfestival.com

A Downtown Heritage Perth BIA event.

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05/29/2025

🎻 JUST ANNOUNCED! 🎻 Garçons à marier
Please join us in welcoming Garçons à marier to the 2025 Stewart Park Festival!

This dynamic trio brings the rich traditions of Québec’s folk music to life with acoustic energy and modern flair. Rooted in the modal repertoire and ancient musical modes, their sound is both timeless and refreshing. Many of their songs were lovingly collected from their home region of Lanaudière — the beating heart of Québec’s traditional singing.

Their debut album La dot, released in December 2024, captures the spirit of authenticity and creativity that defines their music. Get ready for foot-stomping rhythms, rich harmonies, and a joyful celebration of heritage.

Catch them in beautiful downtown Perth, ON, July 18–20, 2025 — and stay tuned, there’s still more to come!

05/28/2025

🔥 JUST ANNOUNCED! 🔥 Serge Monette
Please welcome acclaimed singer-songwriter and producer Serge Monette to the 2025 Stewart Park Festival!

With his fifth album Le diable dans le corps, Serge delivers a powerful country-rock tribute to his Northern Ontario roots — telling the true story of his parents with raw honesty, poetic prose, and unmistakable heart. Born in Sudbury and now based in Ottawa, Serge is known for crafting personal lyrics that strike a universal chord.

Across five solo albums, he’s carved out a unique space in the Francophone music scene, blending spoken word and song in a voice that’s deeply Canadian and unmistakably his own.

Catch him live in downtown Perth, ON from July 18–20, 2025 — and stay tuned, there’s more still to come!

05/27/2025

🌞 JUST ANNOUNCED! 🌞
The legendary Night Sun is back — and they’re bringing their unmistakable energy to the 2025 Stewart Park Festival!

Originally lighting up North America 25 years ago with a sound described as “Janis Joplin singing Celtic-Zydeco with a Klezmer twist,” Night Sun returns with the same fire and friendship that made them unforgettable. Rooted in folk and rich with musical textures, their performances are poignant, delicate, energetic — and distinctly Canadian.

Led by award-winning singer-songwriter Ellen Hamilton, the band features Chris Coleman (clarinet, mandolin), Jan LeClair (accordion), Adam Hodge (bass), and Les Casson (percussion). It’s a joyful reunion you won’t want to miss.

Catch them live in beautiful downtown Perth, ON, July 18–20, 2025 — and stay tuned for more artists still to come!

05/26/2025

🎉 CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS! 🎉
Ready to be part of something awesome this summer? The Stewart Park Festival is built on community — and we need YOU to help make the magic happen! 🌟

💪 It takes over 1,000 volunteer hours and a crew of about 150 amazing humans to bring the festival to life — and we’d love for you to join our team!

🧡 Do 2 shifts (3–4 hours each) and earn:
✔️ A coveted Festival Crew T-shirt
✔️ Our eternal gratitude
✔️ Bragging rights
✔️ A front-row seat to all the fun!

🎓 High school students!Ages 16–18: Earn community service hours!

Under 16? No problem — just bring a parent/guardian or responsible adult with you during your shift.

📍Volunteer Orientation
🗓 Tuesday before the Festival (July 15)
🕖 7:00 PM
📍 Crystal Palace, Downtown Perth

Sign up, show up, and help us throw the best party of the summer! 🎶💃

Thank you for the photo Cari Haurney (2018)!

🔗 https://www.stewartparkfestival.com/become-a-volunteer/

05/26/2025

🎶 JUST ANNOUNCED! 🎶 Rube & Rake
We’re excited to welcome Rube & Rake to the 2025 Stewart Park Festival lineup!

This award-winning folk duo from St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador blends East and West Coast roots into a sound that’s uniquely Canadian — thoughtful, melodic, and unmistakably honest. With songs that explore home, time, and the tug-of-war between dreams and duty, Josh Sandu and Andrew Laite offer a modern folk narrative full of heart and humanity.

Their live show is a perfect mix of rich harmonies, musical precision, and disarming humour — a performance style that’s as warm and welcoming as it is beautifully crafted. Their newest album, Good Time After Bad (2025), is yet another stunning chapter in their musical journey.

See them live in downtown Perth, ON, July 18–20, 2025. And remember — more incredible acts are still to be revealed!

05/25/2025

🌬️ JUST ANNOUNCED! 🌬️ Jessica Pearson!
Please give a warm welcome to Jessica Pearson, joining the 2025 Stewart Park Festival lineup!

With soaring three-part harmonies and songs rooted in myth, memory, and meaning, this powerful trio blends roots, classic country, Americana, and Celtic influences into something truly timeless — and entirely their own. Led by Jessica Pearson and joined by Sam Stone and Malia Rogers, their live show is equal parts heartfelt and high energy, filled with laughter, connection, and the kind of storytelling that stays with you long after the music ends.

Their forthcoming two-part album, produced by JUNO-winner Hill Kourkoutis and created by an all-women team, fearlessly dives into themes of mental health, empowerment, and becoming — carving space in the folk world that’s inclusive, honest, and revolutionary.

Catch them July 18–20, 2025 in beautiful downtown Perth, ON. And don’t forget — this is only the beginning! More artists still to come 🎶

05/24/2025

✨ JUST ANNOUNCED! ✨ Kelly McMichael
We’re thrilled to welcome Kelly McMichael to the 2025 Stewart Park Festival lineup!

With buttery vocals, fearless songwriting, and a genre-blending sound that spans retro pop/rock, psychedelia, and jazz, Kelly McMichael is one of Canada’s most exciting and dynamic artists. Her debut album Waves earned a Polaris Prize shortlist nod and multiple East Coast awards — and her 2024 follow-up After The Sting Of It is already turning heads with powerful singles like Bomb and Open (Hurts to Have a Heart).

Known for commanding live performances that balance fire and vulnerability, Kelly’s music explores rebirth and resilience with a voice that, as critics say, “sounds even better live.”

Catch her in downtown Perth, ON from July 18–20, 2025 — and stay tuned for more incredible artists still to be announced!

05/23/2025

🎸 JUST ANNOUNCED! 🎸 Lloyd Spiegel Music
Bringing the heat all the way from Melbourne, Australia — Lloyd Spiegel joins the 2025 Stewart Park Festival lineup!

A 14-time Australian Blues Award winner with three decades of global touring under his belt, Lloyd’s a blues powerhouse like no other. From guitar wizardry and razor-sharp lyrics to hilarious storytelling, his performances are electric, unpredictable, and unforgettable.

Having grown up learning from the legends of modern blues, Spiegel doesn’t just play the blues—he reinvents it, shattering clichés with every note. Critics call him “a guitarist almost without peer” and “dangerous enough to spark a destructive inferno.” 🔥

Catch this world-class talent live in beautiful downtown Perth, ON from July 18–20, 2025 — and stay tuned… we’re just getting started!

05/22/2025

🔥 JUST ANNOUNCED! 🔥 Blackburn Brothers
Please welcome the Blackburn Brothers to the 2025 Stewart Park Festival lineup!

Rooted in history and powered by soul, this extraordinary band is redefining Canadian blues. Descended from Underground Railroad freedom seekers and carrying the legacy of Toronto R&B legend Bobby Dean Blackburn, these fourth-generation musicians bring a powerful message of heritage, unity, and resilience to every stage they grace.

Their electrifying blend of blues, soul, and funk has earned international acclaim, including a 2024 JUNO nomination, three American Blues Music Awards nods (a Canadian first!), and a record-setting nine Maple Blues Award nominations. Their 2023 album SoulFunkn’BLUES is a must-hear—and their live show is a must-see.

Catch the Blackburn Brothers in downtown Perth, ON from July 18–20, 2025. And remember—this is just the beginning! More artists and festival details still to come.

05/21/2025

🌾 JUST ANNOUNCED! 🌾 Matthew Barber
We’re delighted to welcome Matthew Barber to the 2025 Stewart Park Festival!

With over two decades of stirring, soul-searching songwriting under his belt, this acclaimed Canadian singer-songwriter brings a timeless blend of folk, pop, and Americana to the stage. Known for his heartfelt lyrics, rich melodies, and quietly powerful presence, Barber’s music draws comparisons to legends like Neil Young and Bob Dylan — and resonates just as deeply.

From beloved albums like Sweet Nothing and Ghost Notes to his work alongside his sister Jill Barber, Matthew continues to inspire with his introspective sound and undeniable talent. Whether solo or in collaboration, on stage or behind the scenes as a producer, he’s a cornerstone of Canada’s indie folk scene.

Catch him in beautiful downtown Perth, ON from July 18–20, 2025 — and stay tuned, there’s still so much more to come!

05/21/2025

🌟 JUST ANNOUNCED! 🌟Buffalo Rose
Get ready, Perth — Buffalo Rose is bringing their fiery brand of modern folk/Americana to the 2025 Stewart Park Festival!

This charismatic six-piece from Pittsburgh, PA blends pop, rock, soul, and musical theatre influences into a vibrant, harmony-driven sound that’s anything but ordinary. With high-energy performances, kaleidoscopic arrangements, and a knack for turning tradition on its head, Buffalo Rose is guaranteed to steal the show — and your heart.

Their latest single Solid Ground, co-written with Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award winner Tom Paxton, marks an exciting new chapter for the band — and we can’t wait to experience it live!

Catch them July 18–20, 2025 in beautiful downtown Perth, Ontario. And remember, this is just the beginning… more performers still to come!

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