Music in the Park

The City of Kamloops and BCLC are proud to present another great season of Music in the Park from July 1– August 31, 2026. This signature summer classic has been a part of Kamloops’ cultural and entertainment scene since 1994. The summer concert season brings a variety of blues, rock, classics, country, tribute bands, and more that will appeal to the whole family. 

Free performances take place at the Riverside Park Rotary Bandshell each evening, 7:00–8:30 pm, weather and air quality permitting. Cancellation of a show is at the discretion of the evening performer. 

For the 2026 season, six performance times between July 1 and July 11 will be shifted slightly earlier or later to accommodate daily Riverside Park Watch Parties–live match viewings of all 104 FIFA World Cup™ games, which will be shown on a large screen at the Rotary Bandshell.

Food Trucks will be in Heritage House (100 Lorne Street) every evening starting at 6:00 pm. Both the performance and food truck schedule are subject to change without notice. 

Parking is free at Riverside Park during July and August (except when there are special events at Sandman Centre).

Performance Schedule

Last updated June 16, 2026

Responsible Liquor Consumption Pilot Program at Riverside Park

The City of Kamloops is continuing a pilot program to allow park visitors to bring and consume their own liquor in a designated area of Riverside Park this spring and summer. The Responsible Liquor Consumption Pilot Program runs daily from 12:00 pm to 9:00 pm between May 15 and October 1, 2026. Individuals aged 19 and older are permitted to bring and consume their own liquor within a clearly marked area around the Rotary Bandshell in Riverside Park.

Special Event Exclusion Dates - There are exclusions to the Responsible Liquor Consumption Pilot Program during special events. Major events require a special event permit and enhanced security measures to ensure the safety of large crowds. In these cases, liquor consumption is regulated under a private liquor licence for special events and contained within a beer garden where liquor is sold.

Notable 2026 upcoming community events where the pilot program will not be in effect include:

  • June 18 - Canada Celebrates the FIFA World Cup™ 2026
  • June 24 - Riverside Park Community Event showing the FIFA World Cup™ 2026
  • July 1 - Annual Canada Day Event
  • July 19 - Riverside Park Community Event showing the FIFA World Cup™ 2026
  • July 22 - Music in the Park Midsummer Music Jam presented by BCLC
  • July 24–26 - Kamloops International Buskers Festival
  • August 7–9 - Kamloops Sports Council Ribfest

Presenting Sponsor

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Since 1994, BCLC has proudly supported Music in the Park in Kamloops, bringing people together through shared moments of entertainment. We strive to put human connection at the heart of everything we do, to help our players, partners and communities thrive. We believe that when we feel more connected to each other, our communities and our province, together we win.

Follow along on BCLC’s Kamloops Music in the Park Facebook page for up-to-date details and announcements. Learn more about BCLC.

AV Sponsor

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