The 2026 Lorval Developments Cool Blues Show

Eight Headliners. Two Nights. One Incredible Blues Experience.

The Cool Blues Show is expanding to two incredible nights to create an electrifying weekend featuring eight powerhouse headliner blues acts from gritty guitar riffs and soaring vocals to deep, soulful grooves that’ll keep you moving all weekend long.

Whether you’re a lifelong blues fan or just love great live music, this is an outdoor blues festival you want to catch.

Your ticket is just the beginning. At the 2026 Cool Blues Show, you’ll find:

• Expedia Cruises (North Langley) Beer Garden – Sip a cold one while you soak in the sounds.
• Food Trucks – A delicious variety of eats to keep you fuelled all night.
• Whisky Tasting Experience – A ticketed event where you can sample select whiskies in a relaxed, festival-style tasting space.
• Games Area – Fun outdoor games to enjoy between sets.
• Artisan Vendor and Non-Profit Market – Browse unique, locally crafted goods from artisan makers.
• VIP Areas – Upgrade your ticket with elevated viewing areas and added comfort (details coming soon!).

• NEW THIS YEAR - Wine tasting - experience the best of local Fraser Valley wines!

Don’t miss one of the most anticipated outdoor music events of the summer - two nights of blues under the summer sky, cool vibes, beautiful park venue and surrounded by delicious food and drinks, fun times and your blues community.

First Headliner Announcement: Samantha Martin & Delta Sugar

Samantha Martin & Delta Sugar are a two-time Juno-nominated soul and roots powerhouse from Toronto, led by the explosive vocals and dynamic songwriting of Samantha Martin. Blending retro soul, roots rock, blues, gospel, and classic R&B, the 10-piece band delivers a high-energy, emotionally charged live experience that leaves audiences electrified.

Their latest album, The Reckless One, showcases Martin’s evolution as a commanding vocalist and artist, featuring a sweeping mix of gospel-infused ballads, funk-driven grooves, and irresistible dance-floor anthems. Building on the success of their Juno-nominated Run to Me, the band has earned widespread acclaim, thirteen Maple Blues Award nominations, and growing international recognition—including a UK Blues Award nod for International Artist of the Year.

With her hurricane-force voice and gut-punch emotional delivery, Martin anchors Delta Sugar’s signature gospel-soaked harmonies, creating a sound that is rich, powerful, and immediately unforgettable. From major Canadian festivals to stages across Europe, Samantha Martin & Delta Sugar continue to captivate crowds with their fiery energy, soaring vocals, and deeply soulful, genre-blending artistry.

Learn more here: https://samanthamartinmusic.com/

Stay tuned for more line-up announcements and information!