We’re turning YEG’s dial up to 11
Live Music. Every Month. All over YEG.
Edmonton AMPLIFIED is a citywide live music initiative with support from The City of Edmonton, The Government of Alberta and Explore Edmonton. We’re putting local artists on stages in venues, community spaces, and neighbourhoods across the city from July 2026 through January 2027.
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we’re giving Edmonton’s biggest events a soundtrack!
Major events we’re amplifying:
We’re partnering with some of Edmonton’s biggest events to bring local music and performances into the experience.
CPKC Women's Open
CKPC Music | Performances from August 13–25, 2026
World-class golf meets signature Edmonton performances. We’re celebrating women in music, sport, and culture through live performances and pop-up activations at the golf tournament venues, driving ranges, and partner locations across Edmonton.
Canadian Finals Rodeo (CFR)
CFR Backroads Series | Performances from October 1–10, 2026
Grab your boots and your hats. The CFR Backroads Series is back with another full-on citywide celebration, taking live music across multiple stages through downtown and central Edmonton. Local and regional artists bring the soul of country, Americana/Canadiana, roots, and more straight to you.
IIHF World Junior Championship
World Juniors Overtime Series | Performances from December 27, 2026 – January 5, 2027
The World Juniors Music Series is built for the hockey fans whether you’re from here in Edmonton, visiting from across the country, or around the world, we’re turning the entire tournament into a cultural experience! The series includes live music in venues, fan-focused activations, and Live at the Rinkside, a neighbourhood concert program hosted in partnership with community leagues throughout Edmonton.
LIVE MUSIC IN EDMONTON
LIVE MUSIC IN EDMONTON
Edmonton AMPLIFIED Community Series
In addition to amplifying major events, we will also be hosting community-focused shows from July to December. This is your opportunity to connect with artists and enjoy the best of Edmonton’s local music scene!
From August 2026 to February 2027, our monthly live music series puts local artists on stage at venues across the city for consistent shows keeping Edmonton's live music scene thriving all year long. Plus, music advocacy group West Anthem will be present at select events.
The community series is designed as a collaborative platform, with co-presentation and participation from community partners.
