Bud Light Music Garden lineup brings Canadian rock, country, pop tributes, yacht rock and Latin music to the 149th Western Fair
LONDON, ON – August 25, 2026 – From Canadian rock favourites and rising country stars to pop sing-alongs, yacht rock and a full day celebrating Latin music, the Bud Light Music Garden will bring live music to the heart of the 149th Western Fair, September 11 to 20.
The 10-day lineup features The Strumbellas, Wide Mouth Mason, Texas King, Chalk Circle, Sully Burrows, Tyler Lorette, Carson Janik, Taylor’s Story: The Unofficial Tribute, The Yacht Rock Show and more. All music performances included with Fair admission.
The music kicks off opening night, Friday, September 11, with The Strumbellas, whose blend of folk-rock songwriting and big, anthemic choruses has made them a Canadian favourite. The band takes the stage at 9:30 p.m.
The opening weekend continues with blues-rock veterans Wide Mouth Mason on Saturday, September 12, and London’s own Texas King on Sunday, September 13.
Canadian rock stays in the spotlight throughout the Fair. The OverKillers bring a high-energy tribute to The Killers on Tuesday, September 15. On Wednesday, September 16 acclaimed Canadian songwriter, vocalist and guitarist Bill Priddle returns to the stage at 7:30pm with POINTLESS, a new band dedicated to celebrating the songs he has written and performed throughout his remarkable career—from his years with Treble Charger to The Priddle Concern, while also showcasing brand-new music from his forthcoming solo album. He’s paired with Chalk Circle at 9:15pm on September 16, revisiting two Gold-certified albums that established Chalk Circle as one of Canada’s defining alt-rock bands.
For fans who would rather sing along, Monday, September 14 delivers a night of pop with a Chappell Roan Tribute followed by Taylor’s Story: The Unofficial Tribute, a concert-style celebration inspired by one of the biggest names in pop music.
On Thursday, September 17, audiences can settle into the smooth sounds of The Yacht Rock Show, featuring music inspired by Toto, Steely Dan, Michael McDonald, Kenny Loggins, Christopher Cross, The Doobie Brothers, Boz Scaggs and more.
Friday, September 18 turns up the party with Fool Hearts followed by Wing Night The Band.
Latin Music Takes Over Saturday
On Saturday, September 19, the Bud Light Music Garden becomes a celebration of Latin music and culture with performances throughout the day.
The lineup includes Ana Mexico Latin Power Band, Latin Passion Dance Academy, 7 Minutes, Antonio Alas Mariachi, Mariachi Los Gallos and Los Grandes Del Norte, bringing music and dancing to the Fair from noon into the evening.
Rising Canadian Country Artists Close the Fair
Country fans will want to mark Sunday, September 20 on their calendars, when some of Canada’s rising country artists take over the Music Garden for the final day of the Fair.
Tyler Lorette, the 2026 CMA Ontario Breakthrough Artist of the Year, performs at 4 p.m., followed by Ontario artist Carson Janik, with sets at 5:30 and 7 p.m.
Closing out the Bud Light Music Garden at 8:30 p.m. is Sully Burrows, the 2025 CMA Ontario Breakthrough Artist of the Year. Burrows has appeared at major Canadian festivals including Boots & Hearts and LASSO and continues to build a national following with his modern country sound and energetic live performances.
Bud Light Music Garden Highlights
- Friday, Sept. 11: The Strumbellas – 9:30 p.m.
- Saturday, Sept. 12: The Joel Dupuis Band – 7:30 p.m.; Wide Mouth Mason – 9 p.m.
- Sunday, Sept. 13: Texas King – 9 p.m.
- Monday, Sept. 14: Karen Emeny – 4:30 p.m.; Jason Mercer- 6:00 p.m.; Chappell Roan Tribute – 7:30 p.m.; Taylor’s Story: The Unofficial Tribute – 8:15 p.m.
- Tuesday, Sept. 15: My Artiface- 4:00 p.m.; ToNi Blu – 6 p.m.; The OverKillers – 9 p.m.
- Wednesday, Sept. 16: Leanne Mayer Band – 4 p.m.; Kaleb Hikele- 6:00 p.m.; POINTLESS: The Songs of Bill Priddle – 7:30 p.m.; Chalk Circle – 9:15 p.m.
- Thursday, Sept. 17: Karen Emeny – 4:30 p.m.; Errol Blackwood & Injah – 6 p.m.; The Yacht Rock Show – 8:30 p.m.
- Friday, Sept. 18: Tyler Delargie- 4:30 p.m.; Fool Hearts – 6:30 p.m.; Wing Night The Band – 8:30 p.m.
- Saturday, Sept. 19: Ana Mexico Latin Power Band- noon; 7 Minutes-2:00 p.m., Latin Passion Dance Academy-1:00 p.m. & 3:00 p.m,; Antonio Alas Mariachi-3:30 p.m.; Mariachi Los Gallos –6:00 p.m.; and Los Grandes Del Norte-8:00 p. m.
- Sunday, Sept. 20: Tyler DeLargie – noon; Ness – 1:15 p.m.; Tyler Lorette – 4 p.m.; Carson Janik – 5:30 and 7 p.m.; Sully Burrows – 8:30 p.m.
Whether Fairgoers are looking for big guitars, country favourites, songs they know every word to or a reason to hit the dance floor, the Bud Light Music Garden offers a different soundtrack every day of the Fair.
All Bud Light Music Garden performances are included with Western Fair admission.
The 149th Western Fair runs September 11–20, 2026, in London, Ontario. For the complete entertainment schedule, Fair information and tickets, visit westernfair.ca.
About the Western Fair
The Western Fair takes place September 11–20, 2026, at Western Fair District in London, Ontario. The annual celebration brings the city and country together through agriculture, entertainment, food, rides, and community experiences.
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