The WArm Up

Join us February 27, 2025

One night. 20+ artists. 11 venues—all within a snowball's throw in downtown Canmore. 

Shake off the frost at The Warm Up, Canmore’s mid-winter, multi-genre music festival brought to you by the Canmore Folk Music Festival, in partnership with the Town of Canmore and Howl. 

With your all-access pass, wander from stage to stage—an acoustic set here, an electric jam session there. You’ll find hidden gems, connect with local talent, and revel in the joy of live music in the coziest season. Not to mention, every step supports Canmore’s vibrant arts scene and local businesses.

Additionally, come out to the Warm Up Hub at the Civic Centre for a cozy evening of culture and community (as you pick up your Warm Up wristband)! Warm up by the fire pits, enjoy hot chocolate, check out local vendors, vibe to live DJ tunes, play traditional Indigenous games, and hear from Stoney Nakoda knowledge holders. Plus, share your thoughts on the future of Downtown Canmore.

buy tickets here. Event Schedule and map below!

Line UP:

The Paperboys • Luca Fogale • MOONRIIVR • Sarah Jane Scouten • Abby Webster • Arn Smit • Brayden Bell • Digital Hobo • Dump Babes • Dusty Roads •  Ellen Braun • HEYJACK • The Isaac Brothers • Jakeith • Jeremy Petroff • Jolene Marie • Kate Stevens •Kue Varo and the Only Hopes • Leonore Francess May  Mister Bird • The Ramblin Hey Ho Ha's • Ryan Schultz • Seth Anderson • Sonia Deleo • Two Knees • Tyler Wood • Wood and Wire • The 40 Watts

Our wonderful venues:

the Canmore Civic Centre, artsPlace, the Carter-Ryan Gallery, Communitea, the Drake, Eclipse Downtown, the Grizzly Paw Pub, the Local, Mineshaft Tavern, Stonewaters

While some of the evening's concerts will be for pass holders only (Buy passes here), to ensure the event is accessible to our whole community we also have some free programming (no passes required) throughout the night. Check out the schedule to learn more!

Click here to download the schedule & map