BOOTS AND HEARTS WEST UNVEILS ADDITIONAL ARTISTS FOR THE INAUGURAL FESTIVAL IN EDMONTON, ALBERTA
MAX MCNOWN AND MIDLAND TO SUPPORT RUSSELL DICKERSON AND SHABOOZEY
ALBERTA’S THELMA & JAMES AND KALSEY KULYK TO SHARE THE STAGE WITH TYLER JOE MILLER, ZACH MCPHEE, DAWSON GRAY AND BROCK PHILLIPS
THE FESTIVAL WILL TAKE PLACE AUGUST 28 & 29 AT FAN PARK @ ICE DISTRICT
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EDMONTON, AB (February 10, 2026) – Boots and Hearts West announces an exciting new wave of artists set to perform across two stages on August 28 and 29 at Fan Park at @ ICE District, outside Rogers Place in Edmonton. Joining previously announced headliners—Platinum-selling hitmaker Russell Dickerson and genre-blending trailblazer Shaboozey, fresh off his GRAMMY win—the newly revealed lineup features a dynamic mix of chart-toppers, breakout talent, and fan favourites. This latest announcement builds momentum for what is shaping up to be a must-attend weekend for country and crossover music fans across Western Canada.
Added to Friday’s (8/28) line-up is Gold-certified selling artist and rising star Max McNown, known for his heartfelt songwriting and rapidly growing fanbase, alongside three of Canada’s most exciting voices, JUNO award-nominated artist Tyler Joe Miller, Alberta favourite Kalsey Kulyk and emerging artist Dawson Gray.
Saturday (8/29) will feature critically acclaimed GRAMMY, ACM, and CMA-nominated neotraditional country trio Midland, breakthrough duo Thelma & James – marking their first Alberta homecoming performance – breakout artist Zach McPhee, and newcomer Brock Phillips. Additional artists will be announced at a later date.
Festival lineup by day below.
Friday, August 28
Russell Dickerson
Max McNown
Tyler Joe Miller
Kalsey Kulyk
Dawson Gray
Saturday, August 29
Shaboozey
Midland
Thelma & James
Zach McPhee
Brock Phillips
“Seeing Boots and Hearts West continue to take shape with our partners at OEG is incredibly exciting. This lineup builds on the energy we’re bringing to Edmonton and reflects our commitment to a thoughtfullycurated festival experience. From the artists to the setting at ICE District, we can't wait to see BootsLife come alive in the West and create two unforgettable days of live music this summer,” shares Eva Dunford, Co-Founder of Republic Live.
Boots and Hearts West will bring the spirit, energy and community of the multi-award-winning festival to Edmonton for the first time this year. For over a decade, Boots and Hearts Music Festival and Republic Live have built a loyal fan base drawn to its signature blend of music, community and unforgettable experiences. An eight-time Canadian Country Music Association Award winner for Country Festival of the Year and recognized by the Academy of Country Music for Festival of the Year, the festival continues to grow by delivering world-class country events directly to country fans across the nation. Boots and Hearts West builds on that legacy, expanding the festival’s footprint into Western Canada and offering fans new ways to experience the festival they love.
Tickets are available for sale exclusively at www.bootsandheartswest.com. Fans can also take advantage of flexible payment options through PayPal or Klarna. Additional festival details will be shared in the coming months.
ABOUT REPUBLIC LIVE: Founded in 2011, Republic Live is a privately owned, internationally recognized, multi-award-winning Canadian live entertainment company. Republic Live takes pride in creating world-class events guided by the mission to unite people through live music by empowering artists and producing unforgettable experiences rooted in community, connection, and heart. The company collaborates with a diverse network of partners across multiple platforms to create premium experiences for fans, artists, industry partners, and sponsors. Republic Live’s flagship property is the Boots and Hearts Music Festival, Canada’s largest camping and country music festival, held annually at Burl’s Creek Event Grounds in Oro-Medonte, Ontario.
ABOUT OEG SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT: As a North American leader in Sports & Entertainment, OEG brings together iconic NHL, AHL and WHL franchises, the world’s best entertainment venues, events and festivals, ICE District, the industry-leading Edmonton Oilers Community Foundation and film production company, Dark Castle Entertainment.
ABOUT ICE DISTRICT: Canada’s largest mixed-use sports and entertainment district is delivering an energy and feeling unlike anything Western Canada has seen before. ICE District is home to Rogers Place, the Edmonton Oilers and the world’s best entertainment in the form of epic concerts, heart-stopping NHL and WHL hockey, world-class gaming, boutique shopping, trendy dining and more. ICE District Plaza and Fan Park @ ICE District play host to year-round programming from festivals and concerts, to public skating and community programming—all of this, just steps from the luxury JW Marriott ICE District, Sky and Legends Private Residences and premium retail and office space.
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