Lock In Your Summer Plans – The 2026 BVBS Lineup Is Here
Cochrane, AB — Bow Valley Boot Stomp returns to Cochrane this July 24 & 25, bringing an exciting mix of acclaimed performers and rising Canadian talent to the Main Stage. From powerful vocals to high-energy country rock, you won’t want to miss Cochrane’s country music festival, blending hometown charm with big-stage talent.
Headlining Friday night is Shawnee Kish, an Indigenous Alberta-based singer-songwriter blending country, soul, and roots with powerful vocals and deeply personal storytelling. A
four-time JUNO Award nominee, Shawnee is also nominated for Female Artist of the Year at the 2025 Country Music Alberta Awards and a 2026 Semi-Finalist on Sirius XM’s Top of the Country.
Saturday night’s headliner, The Prairie States, brings a signature rock edge to modern country. With twelve Country Music Alberta Awards, including 2024 Group/Duo of the Year, the band has shared stages with Keith Urban, Brothers Osborne, and Lainey Wilson while continuing to climb Canadian country radio charts.
Additional Main Stage performances by:
- Mariya Stokes
- Dawson Gray
- Morgan Klaiber, also a Semi-Finalist on Sirius XM’s Top of the Country
- Taylor-Rae
- Travis Pickering
- Ashley Ghostkeeper
After Party performances by:
- Brayden King
- Nik Poli
Community Stage artists to be announced soon.
Bow Valley Boot Stomp continues its commitment to emerging Canadian talent and a festival experience rooted in connection, storytelling, and small-town charm. The 2026 programming also prioritizes fair gender representation, including a fully female-led Main Stage lineup on Friday night. More lineup details can be found at bootstomp.ca.
A Pivotal Year for the Festival
Heading into the festival’s third summer, this year also marks a critical moment behind the scenes. The festival has experienced a reduction in grant funding, placing greater importance than ever on ticket sales, sponsorships, and community support.
“Producing a festival means securing artists, rentals, staging, and infrastructure months in advance. Long before ticket revenue is guaranteed, which is especially nerve-wracking as a small, locally owned business,” says Kailey Mitchell, CEO of Quirk Social Ltd, the organization behind the festival. “We believe deeply in what Boot Stomp brings to the Cochrane region, but this is the year the festival truly needs its community to show up.”
Organizers emphasize that every ticket purchased and every sponsorship secured directly impacts the festival’s sustainability and future.
Early bird tickets for the July festival are on sale now, with organizers encouraging supporters to purchase early to help offset upfront production costs and ensure the event’s continued growth.
Bow Valley Boot Stomp is known for its thoughtfully curated experience – blending live music with local vendors, Alberta-based talent, and a welcoming environment that feels both elevated and approachable.
For tickets, sponsorship opportunities and full festival details, visit: www.bootstomp.ca
MEDIA CONTACT
Kailey Mitchell, CEO & Founder hello@quirksocial.ca 403‑478‑1159
