The Kaslo Jazz Fest is not your everyday music festival experience—with a floating stage on the lake, friendly small town vibes, mountains as your backdrop and tons of great live music, it's one for the bucket list.
The 2026 Kaslo Jazz Etc Summer Music Festival has been cancelled. Organizers announced in April 2026 that the three-day event will not take place this summer due to mounting financial pressures.
Organizers say they are exploring smaller or alternative events and hope to return in 2027.
Set in Kaslo Bay Park, the natural acoustics of this venue make for excellent shows. Here's what other big entertainment media outlets have said about the festival:
One of the "Top ten places to get out doors and be in tune" - USA Today
One of the "Top 10 places to enjoy outdoor summer music" - Reuters
A big reason for that? The Kaslo Bay floating stage has been recognized as one of the premier outdoor music venues in the world.
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Kaslo festival organizers invite you to "dance in the sand, swim around the stage, or relax in the grass and enjoy" this year's 30th anniversary celebrations.
Festival lineup
Here's a look back at 2025, for a teaser of what's to come:
Ruby Waters
Harry Manx
Lights
Corb Lund
FIve Alarm Funk
Stay tuned for future lineup drops.
PREVIEW:listen to the Kaslo Jazz Festival 2025 Spotify playlist
