Jelly Roll, Limp Bizkit, Kesha, Muse, Martin Garrix to Headline Festival d’été de Québec 2026

Festival d’été de Québec (FEQ), presented by Bell in collaboration with Coors Light, has unveiled the lineup for its 2026 edition: eleven days of festival programming, more than 175 shows, six stages, and a host of headliners from here and abroad, including Limp Bizkit, The Lumineers, Michael Bublé, Souldia, Patrick Watson, Kesha, Gwen Stefani, Muse, Martin Garrix, and Jelly Roll.

President and CEO of BLEUFEU Nicolas Racine comments:

“FEQ is much more than a series of big concerts: it’s a gathering that brings people together and gives back. With two free stages and an affordably priced general-admission pass, we’re reaffirming a simple belief: music should be experienced everywhere, by as many people as possible, and generate positive benefits for our community. That’s the purpose of our commitment, year after year.”

Louis Bellavance, Vice-President, Content and Artistic Direction at BLEUFEU, adds:

“This year, we’re betting on a decidedly unifying program, carried equally by all of our headliners—artists who have shaped popular culture and who continue to thrill crowds. True to our DNA, we’re showcasing a wide range of musical styles, with standout performances night after night. We’re thrilled with this lineup, for which it’s particularly difficult to predict which nights will stand out most, because the offering is so strong and consistent from start to finish. In keeping with our signature, we believe we can reach everyone and deliver a memorable experience at the heart of each of these great collective gatherings.”

BELL STAGE — PLAINS OF ABRAHAM:

On July 9th, FEQ kicks off with the explosive energy of Limp Bizkit, an iconic 2000s band. Hip-hop pioneers, Cypress Hill, will perform as direct support, while Canadian rock duo cleopatrick will open the night.

On July 10th, it’s time for the radiant folk of The Lumineers, preceded by American singer-songwriter Wyatt Flores and Montréal band The Barr Brothers.

The July 11th evening lineup will be announced soon.

On July 12th, Michael Bublé will take over the Plains, preceded by the elegant Melody Gardot, while Québec’s The Brooks will kick off the celebrations. A rare foray for FEQ into these sounds—sure to delight fans of jazz, soul, and great voices.

On July 13th, Québec rap will be in the spotlight with a carte blanche offered to Souldia, in a night that promises intensity and edge. Koriass and FouKi will hit the stage just before, with Québec City artist Sensei H opening the show.

On July 14th, another singular offering takes the stage with a carte blanche for Patrick Watson, who will fill the venue with his sensitive, enveloping universe. The inimitable Klô Pelgag will perform just before, preceded by French singer-songwriter Bertrand Belin.

On July 15th, 2000s pop vibes will take over the Plains with superstar Kesha, preceded by Shaggy, a must-see reggae-pop icon, while The All-American Rejects will make their big return to open the night.

FEQ hits just as hard the very next day, July 16th, with a major get: global icon Gwen Stefani, while Jessie Reyez will warm up the stage ahead of her set.

On July 17th, renowned British band Muse will light up the Plains with its signature live power, returning to FEQ after its memorable 2017 appearance, when it delivered the Festival’s closing show. French rock band Last Train will open the night, followed by Canadian group Mother Mother.

On July 18th, Électro FEQ delivers a monumental night with Martin Garrix, the Dutch superstar who headlines the world’s biggest stages. Rising British artist D.O.D. will set the table for our headliner. Montréal’s Cece The Red will also be part of this electro mass, and another artist will be added to the lineup soon—stay tuned.

Finally, on July 19th, FEQ will wrap up this run of shows on the Plains with Jelly Roll, a true country-rock phenomenon, in a night with unmistakable American flair. Rock band Daughtry will also take part, following one of Canada’s top country acts, James Barker Band.

LOTO-QUÉBEC STAGE AND SIRIUSXM STAGE AT PLACE GEORGE-V:

FEQ’s double bill delivers a strong and diverse lineup: the Loto-Québec and SiriusXM stages, set up at Place George-V, will present five performances each evening starting at 5:50 p.m.

On July 9th, garage indie rock artist Erika Hagen will kick things off, followed by indie pop from Kat Pereira. Groovy, lyric-driven rock from comment debord (FEQ Breakout Artist 2025) will take over next, followed by ever-popular Gab Bouchard, before the night peaks with the one and only Lou-Adriane Cassidy.

On July 10th, reggae takes over with Québec’s Crispin Way, followed by R&B/soul from Omega Mighty. Canada’s Neto Yuth will keep the momentum going, then Cuban funk powerhouse Cimafunk will turn up the heat, before handing the stage to Jamaica’s Sean Paul, back at FEQ after last year’s cancellation—an eagerly awaited return that will delight fans who missed him.

On July 11th, metal takes center stage with Québec bands Chaos Wasteland, followed by Basterds. Québec’s B.A.R.F. will keep it going, before U.S. act Municipal Waste cranks up the intensity, and the night wraps with an ’80s thrash metal titan: American band Testament.

On July 12th, indie pop from Nectar Palace opens the evening, followed by indie artist Hélène Barbier. Jazz rap from Ireland’s Bricknasty comes next, then U.S. indie pop duo Haute & Freddy, before headliner Les Louanges closes out the night with an offbeat pop flair.

On July 13th, Brazilian electronic producer ALOK will present the Canadian premiere of his concept show “Rave The World,” featuring spectacular staging—a first on the Loto-Québec stage. He will be preceded by four Canadian artists: DJ Arielle Roberge, Ludo Lacoste, and KARABA, with breakout sensation WHIPPED CREAM closing out the SiriusXM stage.

On July 14th, rap takes over the site: Melvin opens the night, followed by Na$-T, then Rowjay and Lost ramp up the pressure. This 100 percent Québec build-up sets the stage for France’s Josman, who will close the evening in his first-ever appearance in Québec City.

On July 15th, the focus shifts to folk with Canada’s The Pairs, followed by folk-pop from Billianne. Singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist Leif Vollebekk is next, then Australia’s indie rock act Dope Lemon, before FEQ lands a major get with headliner Lord Huron, one of the defining folk-indie bands of recent years.

On July 16th, country music will be celebrated with Québec’s Cindy Bédard, followed by Allison Daniels. Canadian gem Noeline Hofmann continues the evening, before U.S. country-rock band Sons of Legion. The final slot goes to Nate Smith, returning to make up for his missed 2025 appearance—to the delight of his fans.

On July 17th, indie is in the spotlight with Bye Parula, followed by Montréal’s No Joy. Faux Real takes over next, before psychedelic pop from Colombia’s BALTHVS, and rising Australian indie rock duo Royel Otis closes the night—another first for Québec City.

On July 18th, it’s a punk turn with young Québec band General Chaos, followed by Birds of Prrrey. The Dreadnoughts take the stage next, before Groovy Aardvark, a pillar of Québec rock marking 40 years of career, and then cult California punk-rock band Goldfinger to close the night with a bang.

Finally, on July 19th, the double bill ends with a one-of-a-kind program: Québec artists Avril Jensen and Lysandre open the evening, before Paul Piché revisits his landmark songs. The finale promises to be spectacular with Pierre Lapointe in symphonic format, accompanied by the Orchestre symphonique de Québec conducted by Thomas Le Duc-Moreau, for his show “Dans la forêt des cœurs abîmés.”

HYDRO-QUÉBEC STAGE AT PLACE DE L’ASSEMBLÉE-NATIONALE:

Always free to attend, the Hydro-Québec Stage will present a diverse lineup from July 9th to 19th, featuring nights dedicated to world music, reggae, and Latin rhythms.

On July 9th, the night opens with futuristic dub sounds from England’s OMEGA NEBULA, before turning fully reggae with Jamaica’s Skarra Mucci & Manudigital (France), then wrapping up with legendary French group Danakil for a highly anticipated late-night return.

On July 10th, it’s a 100 percent cumbia night in all its forms with Cumbia Control, Chicha Libre, and Sonido Gallo Negro (Mexico)—enough to keep Québec dancing all evening.

On July 11th, get ready for an energetic, homegrown night with Margaret Tracteur and La Patente, followed by the ever-festive Jérôme 50.

On July 12th, it’s all about soul textures and indie rock with Ron Artis II, Yuuf, and Skinshape: a groove-filled night driven by rich arrangements and silky atmospheres.

On July 13th, a folk night brings together Québec duo Pied Léger and American artist Sunny War. A unifying get-together with socially engaged songs and everyday stories.

On July 14th, Québec band Le Winston Band will set the stage, followed by the impressive The Psycodelics making their first appearance in town, before the joyful return of The Soul Rebels with their blazing horn section.

On July 15th, world music takes the spotlight with Senegalese rhythms from Guiss Guiss Bou Bess, the afrobeat of Kanazoé Orkestra, and headliner Benin International Musical, delivering irresistible afro-groove.

On July 16th, the stage welcomes hip-hop and electro-pop with rapper Calamine, French electro-pop act Par Sek, and the much-anticipated return of Dead Obies.

On July 17th, Malian-Québec artist Djely Tapa opens the evening; Congo’s FULU MIZIKI KOLEKTIV returns after having to cancel due to severe weather in 2025; and Ivorian star Tiken Jah Fakoly, recipient of FEQ’s “Miroir de la Renommée” award in 2022, will top it all off.

On July 18th, Baie and Malaimé Soleil will set the tone with contemporary pop worlds—polished textures and catchy hooks—before a finale led by Ariane Roy, a key figure of Québec’s new songwriting scene known for her magnetic stage presence.

Finally, on July 19th, the stage closes with a triple international bill featuring Boubé (Niger–Canada), Sahra Halgan (Somalia), and L’Eclair (Switzerland)—a night navigating blended rhythms, hypnotic grooves, and psychedelic explorations.

CRAVE STAGE AT PLACE D’YOUVILLE:

From July 9th to 19th, the Crave Stage at Place D’Youville offers a showcase firmly focused on discovery, spanning indie, chanson, jazz, punk, and emerging scenes. Free admission.

On July 9th, the series opens gently with Montréal’s Olivia Khoury, before shifting into electro-pop with Emmanuelle Querry, then making way for renforshort, who will electrify the night.

On July 10, chanson takes center stage with Simon Lachance. The finale belongs to the one and only Mike Clay, with one additional artist (to be announced) joining the lineup just before.

On July 11th, it’s jazz—an area rarely explored at FEQ—with zza (Québec), The Narcotix (United States), and corto.alto (Scotland), a major global sensation on today’s jazz scene.

On July 12th, the energy ramps up with a punk and post-punk sequence featuring Taxi Girls (Québec), CONSUMABLES (United States), and Chalk (Ireland), a can’t-miss phenomenon.

On July 13th, the night moves between experimental, jazz, and instrumental electro with daltonists (Poland), Patche (Québec), and TUKAN (Belgium).

On July 14th, it’s post-punk, rock, and indie sounds with Toronto’s Pastel Blank, followed by garage-rock quintet Les Lunatiques and the Montréal dance-punk group of the moment, La Sécurité.

On July 15th, the bill turns to 100 percent Québec hip-hop and R&B with the standout breakout Kamilou, followed by Mandyspie, and headliner Blynk.

On July 16th, it’s a homegrown indie-folk night with Afternoon Bike Ride, Héron, and Le Ren.

On July 17th, another all-Québec evening—between rock and chanson—with ALICE, followed by Alphonse Bisaillon and Antoine Corriveau: a refined sequence blending local discoveries with strong songwriting.

On July 18th, Montréal’s Vanille opens the night, leading into American artist Tré Burt and his vivid, narrative folk, while Canada’s Basia Bulat will wrap the site in luminous melodies and her singular voice.

Finally, on July 19th, the Crave Stage closes with pop-rock from Gaspésie’s Irène, the intoxicating softness of Avril Jensen, and then Pelch will finish the night with an uncompromising attitude. Another artist to be announced later will round out the evening.