This year’s edition features a mix of returning favourites and emerging artists across multiple stages, with more performers still to be announced. Advance tickets and discounted passes are now on sale, and organizers expect the festival to sell out.
WINTERFOLK LOCATION
Tranzac Club, 292 Brunswick Ave., Toronto, ON
- FESTIVAL SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE
Thursday, February 12, 2026 — 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Friday, February 13, 2026 — 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Saturday, February 14, 2026 — 1:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Sunday, February 15, 2026 — 1:00 PM to 11:00 PM
TICKETS
Tickets: https://www.winterfolk.com/wristbands/
Advance purchase is strongly recommended.
- Emerging Talent Night — Thursday, February 12 – 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM, free with advance ticket, not available at the door.
- Weekend Pass — February 13 to 15 – All shows for three days. $100 at the door if available, $60 advance until December 24.
- Friday, February 13 — One Evening Pass – 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM, $30 at the door, 40 percent off with online promo code.
- Saturday, February 14 — One Day Pass – 1:00 PM to 11:00 PM, $50 at the door, $30 advance with promo code.
- Sunday, February 15 — One Day Pass – 1:00 PM to 11:00 PM, $50 at the door, $30 advance with promo code.
ARTISTS ANNOUNCED SO FAR — MORE TO COME
Ariana Gillis, Brian Gladstone, Brian Morgan, Cathy Anne, Clela Errington, Danny Marks, Donné Roberts, Glen Hornblast, Harpin’ Norm Lucien, Henry Lees and Soul Maître D’s, Howard Gladstone, James Gordon, Jessica Stuart, Jory Nash, Kevin Breit, Lynn Harrison, Melanie Peterson, Noah Zacharin, Robert Priest, Russell deCarle, Shakura S’Aida, Shawna Caspi, Sue and Dwight, Suzanne Jarvie, Taivi, Taylor Abrahamse, The Storeytellers, The Swingin’ Blackjacks, The Young Novelists, Tyler Ellis
GET A WINTERFOLK GIG
Winterfolk is currently accepting artist applications.
Apply: https://www.winterfolk.com/get-a-winterfolk-gig/
Questions: Melanie Peterson, Artistic Director — performers@winterfolk.com
VOLUNTEERS WANTED
Winterfolk seeks volunteers including greeters, stage announcers, stage managers, setup and teardown crew, equipment lockup, sound technicians, photographers and merchandise support.
Apply: https://www.winterfolk.com/volunteer-now/
ABOUT WINTERFOLK
Now celebrating WFXXIV, Winterfolk is a long-standing Toronto festival and a registered not for profit that champions folk, roots, blues and world music. The festival showcases established artists, elevates emerging performers and builds community through intimate live performances. Winterfolk offers audiences a warm and inviting space where acoustic music and Toronto’s cultural scene thrive.
Website: www.winterfolk.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100068621510244
Artist Inquiries: performers@winterfolk.com
