4 days of music for only $55 – on sale now!

ST. JOHN’S, NL – The time has come to hear tomorrow’s brightest stars today! MusicNL is excited to drop the lineup of more than 40 artists, and 4 days of live music, over 5 downtown venues. Wristband sales and conference registration for MusicNL Week 2026 open today.

Returning to St. John’s from October 1–4, 2026, MusicNL Week will bring together artists, music industry professionals, export delegates and music fans from across Newfoundland and Labrador and beyond for four days of celebration, connection, and business development.

Representing the next wave of Newfoundland and Labrador music, from folk and country to rock, pop, hip hop, and more, this year’s lineup has something for everyone: Adrian House, Albert Dalton, Ana & Eric, Baraka, Becca Bartlett, Carolina East, Claire Porter, Colleen Power, Darcy Scott, Duane Andrews, Feminotica, Hannah Green, Ian Foster, The Irish Descendants, Jordan Coaker, Justin Fancy, Kelly McMichael, KitchinParti, Liz Fagan Band, Mackenzie Critch, MADELINE, Mary Barry, Matthew Byrne, Midnight Watch, Nick Earle & The Reckless Hearts, Nico Paulo, The Order of the Precious Blood, Paige Penney, Port aux Poutines, Rachel Cousins, Rev Dave Trio, Rosemary Lawton, Rube & Rake, Salt Beef Junkies, Sherman Downey, Sherry Ryan, Summer Bennett, Topanga, WEKU, With Violet, Youngtree & Carole Bee, and Zaynab Wilson.

Anchored by kick-off and closing events at The Ship, MusicNL returns to its second year with a George Street anchor as wristband holders will be able to move between The Black Sheep and Oiche, over two weekend nights, all with a single wristband.

New for 2026, MusicNL Week brings a major addition to its programming: the inaugural Queer Brunch! Taking place on October 4, this event creates a dedicated space for 2SLGBTQIA+ artists, music industry professionals, and allies to connect, celebrate, and strengthen relationships within Newfoundland and Labrador’s music community. This initiative reflects MusicNL’s ongoing commitment to fostering inclusion, innovation, and opportunity across the province’s music industry.

For music lovers, the Show Wristbands are the ticket into multiple nights of bustling performances at multiple venues across downtown St John’s. For only $55 (until August 14), audiences can catch four days of shows, across five venues – the best way to discover their next favourite artist, and experience the energy that makes MusicNL Week one of the province’s most anticipated live music events.

Conference registration opens today for MusicNL Week’s professional development and industry programming. This provides access to business opportunities, key networking events, and export-focused initiatives designed to connect Newfoundland and Labrador artists and music businesses with national and international contacts. Plus, registrants receive a show wristband to check out all of the unforgettable music!

As MusicNL’s signature annual event, MusicNL Week showcases the strength of the province’s music community through a dynamic program of live performances, professional development, networking opportunities, export initiatives, and industry recognition, while celebrating our diversity of talent and building the economic impact of the province’s music sector.
Additional Gala ticket on-sale, programming details, including further artist announcements, nominees, conference sessions, speakers, and schedules, will be released in the coming months.

Registration and Show Wristbands are available beginning Tuesday, June 30 at noon at MusicNL.ca.

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About MusicNL

MusicNL is the voice of the music sector and industry in Newfoundland and Labrador. As a non-profit trade association, MusicNL fosters business, grows exports, supports music entrepreneurs and shines a spotlight on all facets of music in the province. Through its programs and services, MusicNL provides information, education, communication, advocacy, industry development, and networking opportunities to nurture, develop and promote the growth and sustainability of the local music industry. Its marquee annual event, MusicNL Week, brings together an awards gala, conference, industry gathering and music festival.

For more information, visit musicnl.ca. You can also follow MusicNL on Instagram: @music.nl.

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Nathan Mackey
comms@musicnl.ca
709-754-2574 Ext. 206