Peterborough Musicfest – David Wilcox (Main Stage) & James N. Wilson (Future Sound Series)

A superb entertainer, master guitarist, with his signature soulful voice, David Wilcox has inhabited the Canadian musical landscape for decades with his blend of rock, blues, country, ragtime and other roots styles and will be treating the Musicfest stage to his unique brand of Canadiana.

Over his career he has amassed multiple gold and platinum albums and countless fans of several generations. His music has been skated to by Olympic champions Salé and Pelletier, his songs have appeared in movies like Cocktail with Tom Cruise. Whether it’s a backyard barbeque, a TV theme (Street Legal), Carnegie Hall, the Montreux Jazz Festival with John Paul Jones of Led Zeppelin, his sound is ubiquitous and wholly Canadian. Until you see him live, you don’t know what you are missing. Lucky for us, he will be performing at Del Crary Park Saturday, August 8^th.

David Wilcox performed on the Fred Anderson Stage at Peterborough Musicfest in 1999 and again in 2024, and he’s back for more.

Peterborough Musicfest is one of Canada’s longest-running free admission music festival and a highlight of the summer season for visitors exploring Peterborough County and the Kawarthas. The series takes place at Del Crary Park on the shores of Little Lake, offering a scenic waterfront setting for live music under the stars.

Held every Wednesday and Saturday evening from late June to mid August, Peterborough Musicfest features a dynamic mix of Canadian and international artists across genres including rock, pop, country, indie, folk, and roots. Each concert evening begins with the Future Sound Series presented by Cogeco starting at 6:30 pm, followed by the headline performance at 8:00 pm on the Fred Anderson Stage.

Musicfest is proudly free, barrier-free, and family-friendly, making it an easy addition to a regional getaway. Visitors are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy a relaxed summer evening by the water. On-site food vendors and nearby dining options enhance the experience, while accommodations, lakes, trails, beaches, and cycling routes throughout Peterborough County make it simple to plan a full day or weekend around a concert night.

For travellers staying across the County, Peterborough Musicfest offers a memorable evening experience that pairs perfectly with the region’s outdoor adventures and small-town charm — bringing people together through live music all summer long.