4 days.
7 stages.
40+ artists.
one unforgettable festival
The Lighthouse Blues Festival delivers world-class touring artists in an intimate 1,000-seat venue overlooking Lake Huron, Kincardine harbour, and our iconic lighthouse, where the stage is close enough to feel every soulful note.
It's top-tier blues experienced up close. You're not just attending a show - you're sharing a musical moment.
By blending high-quality live blues with small-town hospitality and the scenic surroundings of beachside Lake Huron, the festival has become a signature cultural event that celebrates artistry, tourism, and the unique charm of Kincardine.
4 days of festivities
From the pre-festival Indigenous Showcase on Thursday to the Bruce Telecom Main Stage events on Friday and Saturday, the Kincardine BIA Street Festival on Saturday and additional festivites at Music in the Park on Sunday, the Lighthouse Blues Festival has something for everyone all weekend long.
Indigenous Artist Showcase hosted by Crystal Shawanda
Thursday, July 9
Enjoy the soulful sounds of the Ronnie Douglas Band hosted by blues and country music artist Crystal Shawanda.
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Bruce Telecom Main Stage
Friday, July 10 & Saturday, July 11
Catch two nights of incredible blues artists including Samantha Martin and Delta Sugar, Blackburn Brothers, Crystal Shawanda, Albert Cummings, and many more.
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Kincardine BIA Street Festival
Saturday, July 11
3 blocks of free, family-friendly activities including five performance stages, the TD Children's Zone, Artisan's Alley, and a vintage British sportscar exhibit.
Music in the Park
Sunday, July 12
Spend a relaxing afternoon listening to Gospel, Blues, and Jazz in beautiful Victoria Park.
Lighthouse Blues Festival has been bringing to best Blues to small town Ontario since 2010.
Launched as a two-night festival on one stage in the rear parking lot of The Bruce in Kincardine, LBF has grown to span three days with 7 stages, over 40 performers, and close to 10,000 visitors, with additional family entertainment taking over three downtown blocks.
LBF has been recognized as a Top 100 Festival and Event by Ontario's Tourism Industry every year since 2015, recognizing our big blues small town event as a premier destination music event in Ontario.
As a not-for-profit, we've raised over $81,000 for our primary community partner, the Kincardine District Lions Club.
our story
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