2026 Summer Night Concerts
It’s almost time – from August 22 to September 7, 2026, the beloved Summer Night Concerts return as one of the most anticipated programs of the annual PNE Fair.
This year marks the official debut of the Freedom Mobile Arch – purpose‑built for world‑class performances, the state‑of‑the‑art amphitheatre delivers enhanced sightlines, exceptional acoustics, and an immersive fan experience designed to elevate every show. The Summer Night Concerts enter a bold new era—where unforgettable nights, an iconic outdoor setting, and the vibrant energy of the PNE Fair come together in one extraordinary experience.
This year’s Summer Night Concerts will span a wide range of genres – from rock and pop to hip‑hop, alternative, orchestral, and more – bringing together a dynamic mix of celebrated talent and emerging voices. Tickets include entry to the PNE Fair and start as low as $49 + fees. Presale begins Sunday, April 19 and tickets go on-sale on Monday, April 20 at 10am via TicketLeader.ca
Blue Rodeo
Blue Rodeo has sold more than four million albums, played thousands of shows, been inducted into both the Canadian Music Hall of Fame and the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame, received a star on Canada’s Walk of Fame, been named to the Order of Canada and been honoured with the Governor General’s Performing Arts Award.
The Guess Who
The Guess Who are a Canadian rock band formed in Winnipeg, Manitoba. The band released eleven studio albums, all of which reached the charts in Canada and the United States. Their 1970 album American Woman reached no. 1 in Canada and no. 9 in the United States, while five other albums reached the top ten in Canada.
The Beaches
On the new album “Blame My Ex,” the 7x Juno Award-winning Toronto band channels heartbreak into self-discovery through 10 exuberant songs that revel in pain and redemption. The lead single, “Blame Brett,” an acerbic pop-rock knockout Jordan calls “a song for all the hot messes out there,” has racked up over 100 million streams on Spotify and over 10 million views on TikTok.
Nelly
Nelly has won multiple accolades throughout his career, including three Grammy Awards and nine Billboard Music Awards. He has been referred to by Peter Shapiro as “one of the biggest stars of the new millennium”.
Zedd
Multi-platinum, GRAMMY® Award-winning artist/DJ/producer Zedd made his debut with “Clarity” after signing with Interscope in 2012 and has been breaking down barriers surrounding music genres ever since.