Boots and Hearts is officially heading west …
Republic Live and OEG Sports & Entertainment have announced that the iconic Canadian country music festival is expanding with a brand new western edition called Boots and Hearts West, taking place in Edmonton on August 28 and 29, 2026 at Fan Park at ICE District.
This marks the first time the festival has hosted an event outside Ontario, and it signals a major moment in the evolution of one of Canada’s largest and most celebrated live music events.
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Boots and Hearts West: Lineup Details for the Inaugural Festival
Boots and Hearts West is kicking off its debut year with two major headliners.
Friday, August 28, 2026
Russell Dickerson – Fresh off another multi-week Number 1 at Canadian country radio and backed by a growing list of Platinum hits, Russell Dickerson will headline opening night in Edmonton.
Saturday, August 29, 2026
Shaboozey – The Grammy nominated singer, rapper, and genre blending artist Shaboozey will close out the festival with his unmistakable style and crossover sound.
The full lineup will be announced at a later date, and fans can expect a mix of international stars, Canadian favourites, and emerging artists that fit the festival’s long standing reputation for top tier programming.
Ticket Details and Pre Sale Information
Fans will not have to wait long to secure their spot at the inaugural Boots and Hearts West.
Pre sale begins Wednesday, December 3 at 10 a.m. MT
General public on sale begins Friday, December 5 at 10 a.m. MT
Tickets will be available exclusively at bootsandhearts.com, with flexible payment options through PayPal and Klarna.
Why Edmonton Is the Perfect Fit
The move to Western Canada was driven by a growing national fanbase and the strong country music culture across Alberta. Fan Park at ICE District offers a centrally located, high energy setting for major concerts and festivals, and has quickly become a go to destination for large scale entertainment events.
“Alberta’s deep country roots and honest, grounded culture feel naturally aligned with the spirit our festival has cultivated over the past fifteen years,” said Eva Dunford, Co Founder of the Boots and Hearts Music Festival. “Our boots are on, and we are heading west.”
OEGSE echoed that excitement, noting that Boots and Hearts West will bring one of the country’s premier music events into the heart of Edmonton’s entertainment district.
A Quick History of the Boots and Hearts Music Festival
To understand the significance of Boots and Hearts West, it helps to look at what the flagship festival has achieved since it launched.
Boots and Hearts began in 2012 and grew quickly thanks to its mix of major country artists, an unmatched camping experience, and a community atmosphere that keeps fans returning year after year. The festival outgrew its original site and moved to Burl’s Creek Event Grounds in Oro-Medonte, Ontario, where it now attracts tens of thousands of country fans every summer.
Over the last decade, Boots and Hearts has earned multiple CCMA Awards for Festival of the Year and has become a must-experience event for fans across Canada.
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What Boots and Hearts West Means for Country Fans
This expansion represents more than just a new location.
It reflects a growing national identity for the festival and creates a major new event for the country music scene in Western Canada.
What fans can expect in 2026:
- A two day festival in downtown Edmonton
- International headliners and rising Canadian artists
- A world class fan experience shaped by 15 years of festival expertise
- A new Western hub for the Boots Life community
For fans who have always wanted to experience Boots and Hearts without travelling across the country, this is a big moment.
Boots and Hearts West is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated country music events of 2026. With Russell Dickerson and Shaboozey leading the first wave of announcements and the festival making its home in Edmonton’s ICE District, this new western edition is set to deliver the same heart, energy, and community that have defined Boots and Hearts for more than fifteen years.
We will continue to update this article as more lineup announcements and festival details are released.
Logan Miller
As the founder of Front Porch Music, I believe that music has the ability to connect people. I love country music, and I love the country music industry as a whole. My goal is to help music fans find new artists to fall in love with.
