One World Free Bandshell Concerts

6:00 PM – Little Lake Park

• July 4 – Orillia Silver Band
  A celebrated community brass ensemble performing a special program honouring Midland’s connection to water, in partnership with the Celebrate Water Festival.
• July 18 – Neema Children’s Choir (Uganda)
  An inspiring youth choir known internationally for sharing messages of hope through music and dance rooted in African traditions.
• July 25 – Star Dust Jazz Trio
  Bringing classic jazz standards and contemporary flair in an intimate and engaging performance.
• August 15 – Toronto All-Star Big Band
  A high-energy ensemble featuring the sounds of the Big Band era, showcasing top jazz talent and timeless swing repertoire.
• August 22 – Pan Fantasy Steel Band
  A vibrant steel pan ensemble delivering the rhythms and spirit of Caribbean music.
• August 29 – Huronia Hot Strings
  A lively local favourite, blending swing jazz from the American Songbook influenced by Django Reinhardt and Stéphane Grappelli, jazz manouche, in a spirited season finale.

From gospel and Ukrainian choral traditions to Caribbean steel pan, African choral music, jazz, and world-class classical performance, the 2026 Festival of the Bay celebrates music as a universal language that connects cultures and communities.

Brookside Music Association continues its mission to enrich the cultural life of the region by presenting outstanding artists in accessible and inspiring settings.