{"id":837921,"date":"2026-07-31T10:09:13","date_gmt":"2026-07-31T10:09:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/837921\/"},"modified":"2026-07-31T10:09:13","modified_gmt":"2026-07-31T10:09:13","slug":"lasso-montreal-grab-your-cowboy-hat-and-dust-off-your-boots","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/837921\/","title":{"rendered":"LASSO Montr\u00e9al – Grab your cowboy hat and dust off your boots"},"content":{"rendered":"

To celebrate its 5th edition, taking place on August 15 and 16, the picturesque Parc Jean-Drapeau will welcome 36 artists across four stages, delivering performances that will appeal to country music fans of all ages and backgrounds. As a prelude to the festivities, LASSO in the City will bring the festival spirit to downtown Montreal on August 14, spreading the excitement of LASSO throughout the city.<\/p>\n

\"Thomas<\/p>\n

Thomas Rhett<\/p>\n

Headliners Thomas Rhett and Mumford & Sons, will be joined by major performances from Jon Pardi and Old Dominion. This year\u2019s festival returns with a bold and diverse program spanning international<\/p>\n

icons, Canadian household names and Qu\u00e9bec\u2019s next generation of country stars. While proudly rooted in country music, LASSO Montr\u00e9al delivers a dynamic live experience that extends beyond the genre and resonates with fans of all musical tastes, featuring familiar hits, unexpected covers, and unforgettable moments that bring everyone together.<\/p>\n

\"Mumford<\/p>\n

Mumford & Sons<\/p>\n

LASSO Montr\u00e9al is bringing together leading voices across the country, Americana, folk and southern rock scenes. Set against the waterfront and Montreal\u2019s iconic skyline, fans are invited to gather for sun-filled days and unforgettable summer nights at one of Canada\u2019s premier country music destinations.<\/p>\n

\"Old<\/p>\n

Old Dominion<\/p>\n

LASSO is honoured to welcome Texas native Koe Wetzel, whose Southern rock\u2013leaning sound, boundary-pushing approach, and high-energy live shows have earned him a fiercely loyal fanbase. Fresh off his first-ever No. 1 hit, \u201cHigh Road\u201d featuring Jessie Murph, and with a new album arriving in 2026, Wetzel will make his Montre\u00e9al debut at LASSO. Also set to take the stage are Turnpike Troubadours, the Oklahoma-born band widely recognized for helping bring Red Dirt country into the mainstream landscape. Celebrated for their powerful storytelling and dynamic full-band performances, the group has earned deep respect across the industry and is often cited as a major influence by many of today\u2019s most authentic country artists. With a massive following throughout the United States, their appearance at LASSO marks their first-ever show in Quebec, making it a highly anticipated moment of the weekend. Rising talent Max McNown continues to build strong momentum in the city, having sold out every show he has played here to date, further highlighting his rapid ascent. Y\u2019all can also look forward to Carly Pearce, whose chart-topping \u201cI Hope You\u2019re Happy Now\u201d cemented her place among country music\u2019s leading voices, with new music on the horizon. Also featured this year is Chance Pe\u00f1a, whose breakout hit \u201cI Am Not Who I Was\u201d has made waves across the indie, pop, and folk scenes, while gaining significant traction on TikTok. After announcing his North American tour, Pe\u00f1a sparked strong demand from Montreal audiences, positioning his LASSO appearance as a must-see performance of the weekend.<\/p>\n

\"Jon<\/p>\n

Jon Pardi<\/p>\n

The lineup places a strong emphasis on Canadian artists, with Cameron Whitcomb returning for a second consecutive year.\u00a0Known for his high-energy performances, Whitcomb continues to emerge as one of Canada\u2019s most promising next-generation country stars.\u00a0Among this year\u2019s artists are fan favourites James Barker Band, whose signature blend of anthemic hooks and crowd-pleasing energy has made them a staple of the Canadian country scene. Qu\u00e9bec-based acts Classe Moyenne and Zach Chico \u2014 two fast-rising artists gaining strong momentum in the province \u2014 further reinforce LASSO\u2019s deep connection to its homegrown community.<\/p>\n

As always, LASSO Montr\u00e9al remains committed to showcasing the depth and diversity of the country music landscape, serving as a platform for both established stars and emerging talent. Also featured on this year\u2019s lineup is The Band Perry, whose global smash hit \u201cIf I Die Young\u201d helped define the 2000s and left a lasting imprint on modern country and pop audiences alike. Rising singer-songwriters Waylon Wyatt, Jonah Kagen, and Blake Whiten represent a new generation of acoustic-driven storytellers who have quickly built dedicated fanbases through viral momentum online. Elizabeth Nichols, who gained widespread attention with her playful hit \u201cI Got a New One,\u201d brings fresh energy to the weekend, while Kalsey Kulyk, Laci Kaye Booth, and Just Jayne round out the weekend with distinctive voices set to shine at Parc Jean-Drapeau.<\/p>\n

\"LASSOFans can look forward to the country-inspired atmosphere that has become a signature of LASSO\u2014 come on out, sing at the top of your lungs, line-dance and round up your favourite country-inspired outfits! You can even set up your camping chair on the lawn during the festival! So dust off your boots and pack up your chair \u2014 Parc Jean-Drapeau is calling for a weekend-long country music adventure!<\/p>\n

August 15-16, 2026
Parc Jean-Drapeau<\/p>\n

To purchase your tickets, visit:\u00a0www.lassomontreal.com<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"To celebrate its 5th edition, taking place on August 15 and 16, the picturesque Parc Jean-Drapeau will welcome…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":837922,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[194292],"tags":[49,48,4398,589,10095,2338,341,120496],"class_list":["post-837921","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-montreal","tag-ca","tag-canada","tag-country-music","tag-festival","tag-live-events","tag-montreal","tag-music","tag-parc-jean-drapeau"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/837921","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=837921"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/837921\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/837922"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=837921"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=837921"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=837921"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}