By artists, for artists, a new festival is dedicated to highlighting Montreal’s soul/R&B scene: Soul of the City has announced that its inaugural 2026 edition will take place from August 12 to 16 at Casa del Popolo, la Sala Rossa and la Sotterenea.
Organized by Hanorah, Avery Jane and Christian — all of whom will also perform — the non-profit event will host additional performances from Janette King, Clerel, Aphrose, Avery Raquel, Olivia Khoury, Sara-Danielle, GeminiCrab, Yzabo, Coco Rose, Kola, LeCypherX, Nora, Nyota Parker, Rose Adam, Sankya, Victoria Jean, Zibuwa and more.
All-access passes are on sale now. Check out the festival poster below, and visit the Soul of the City website for more details.