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Boots and Hearts 2026 Unveils Star Powered Lineup
The Chicks and Rascal Flatts to Headline Canada’s Biggest Country Music Festival
Toronto, ON – November 17, 2025 — Republic Live has officially announced the full lineup for Boots and Hearts 2026, revealing what is expected to be one of the most exciting editions in the festival’s history. Running August 7 to 9 at the iconic Burl’s Creek Event Grounds in Oro Medonte, the festival’s refreshed three day format brings fans a weekend filled with A list talent, rising stars and the signature #BootsLife energy.
A New Era for Canada’s Largest Camping and Music Festival
Now entering its next chapter, Boots and Hearts continues to lead the country music festival scene in Canada. Year after year, fans return for the community, the atmosphere and the unforgettable live performances. The 2026 event builds on that legacy with a lineup designed to appeal to every level of country music fan.
This year’s headliners bring massive star power to the Main Stage. GRAMMY and CMA Award winning icons The Chicks make their long awaited Boots and Hearts debut on Saturday night. ACM Award winning trio Rascal Flatts will close out the weekend on Sunday. Multi platinum chart topper Russell Dickerson kicks off Friday with a high energy return to the festival.
A Powerful Mix of Breakout Talent and Fan Favourites
Festival goers will see some of the most exciting new artists in country music appearing at Boots and Hearts for the first time. The 2026 lineup features Tucker Wetmore, Jessie Murph, Sam Barber, Dasha, Max McNown, Waylon Wyatt, The Jack Wharff Band, Kaitlin Butts, Ashley Cooke and Emily Anne Roberts, each bringing their own unique sound and fast growing fanbase.
Boots and Hearts also proudly showcases its strongest roster of Canadian artists yet. Multi CCMA and JUNO Award winner Brett Kissel returns to headline the Front Porch Stage on Friday. Platinum selling favourites James Barker Band make their long anticipated return to the Main Stage on Sunday. Additional Canadian additions include Thelma and James, Carolyn Dawn Johnson, Savannah Jade, Tony Stevens and Mitch Zorn along with School House, winners of the 2024 Emerging Artist Showcase.
New VIP Experiences and Elevated Festival Offerings
To enhance the overall experience for 2026, Republic Live is introducing two new premium upgrades. Fans can enjoy enhanced viewing and exclusive perks with the Daisy Duke’s Deck VIP Plus at the Main Stage or opt for intimate performances and premium comfort at the brand new Front Porch VIP area.
Boots and Hearts remains an eight time CCMA Country Festival of the Year winner and has also been recognized by the Academy of Country Music for Festival of the Year, continuing to solidify its place as a world class destination for music lovers.
Festival co founder Eva Dunford shared her excitement for the next era of Boots and Hearts. “The road to Boots has always been about community and connection. Our new three-day format builds on what fans already love and delivers an even more unforgettable experience. This is the next level of the #BootsLife.”
Ticket Information
Presale for all ticket types including weekend passes, single day tickets, camping and parking begins Tuesday, November 18 at 10 a.m. ET. Public on sale starts Friday, November 21 at 10 a.m. ET at bootsandhearts.com. Fans will have the option to use flexible payment plans through PayPal and Klarna.
More artist announcements, festival programming updates and partnership news will be released in the coming months. For the latest information, visit the official website or follow Boots and Hearts on social media.
ABOUT REPUBLIC LIVE
Founded in 2011, Republic Live is an award winning Canadian live entertainment company known for creating standout, world class fan experiences. The company works across multiple platforms to bring unforgettable events to life, including Boots and Hearts Music Festival, its flagship event and Canada’s largest camping and country music festival.
ABOUT BURL’S CREEK EVENT GROUNDS
Burl’s Creek is Canada’s largest outdoor event venue, spanning nearly six hundred acres and accommodating more than one hundred thousand attendees and forty five thousand campers. The grounds feature natural amphitheatres, forested performance areas and have hosted major artists including The Rolling Stones, Kendrick Lamar, Sam Smith, Neil Young and The Killers.
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