Welcome to the Downtown Smiths Falls Music Festival!

Live music is returning to the streets of Downtown Smiths Falls — and this year, it’s going to be one fine night you won’t want to miss. Get ready to sing your hearts out!

The Downtown Smiths Falls Business Association is thrilled for the return of the Downtown Music Festival, happening on Saturday, September 12, 2026. The festival will include a full day of live music in the heart of Smiths Falls, including performances from Landon Bedor, DaNielle Hewitt, Spencer Scharf, Vicki Brittle, One Eyed Dawgs and festival headliners, The Trews!

Tickets go on sale beginning Friday, March 13, 2026 at noon. A full festival calendar and ticket links are to follow.

For more information, please see the media release below or contact the DSFBA at dba@smithsfalls.ca.

Festival Media Release

Full Festival Schedule

Festival Tickets

2026 Festival Performers

Meet the full lineup of incredible musicians who are a part of the

2026 Downtown Smiths Falls Music Festival!

Performance Location: Russell St. E.

Ambre McLean

A staple of the Canadian indie and folk music scenes for the past 2 decades, McLean has become renowned for her live performances. While her multi-instrumental approach, and compelling songwriting set the stage, it’s Ambre‘s unique and captivating voice that truly steps into the spotlight. With the help of her trusty loop pedal, and a bag of musical magic tricks, Ambre creates soundscapes that seem to wash over you and swallow you whole – that then make way for touching and intimate soliloquies that set your heart free

Performance Location: Russell St. E.

Spencer Scharf

“You know the Blues, it makes me feel alright,” sings Ottawa-based folk, rock, and blues multi-instrumentalist Spencer Scharf — and once you hear him play, you’ll likely agree.

A true one-man band, Spencer brings a full musical toolbox to the stage, performing with fingerstyle guitar, banjo, mandolin, ukulele, keyboard, harmonica, and smooth tenor vocals that keep audiences hooked from the first note.

Inspired by the guitar tones of Neil Young and Leo Kottke, his style blends folk, rock, and blues with bluegrass picking and Celtic rhythm for a lively, feel-good performance.

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Performance Location: Russell St. E.

DaNielle Hewitt

DaNielle Hewitt is a powerhouse vocalist and accomplished guitarist from Smiths Falls. Armed with a 7-string guitar, stomp pedal, and looper, she reimagines old favourites you forgot you loved, building them into a rich, full-band sound in real time.

Her original music is edgy and honest, shaped by a diverse range of influences. Her cover selections are equally eclectic — spanning folk, pop, rock, alternative and heavy metal — offering something for every audience.

With a playful sense of humour and a hint of rebellious charm, she connects naturally with all ages and brings an engaging energy to every event.

Performance Location: Russell St. E.

Landon Bedor

19-year-old singer, songwriter, producer, and guitar instructor from small-town Ontario, Landon Bedor blends country roots with a soulful rock edge. Discovered by award-winning musicians at just 12, he has spent years in the studio shaping a sound that’s uniquely his own.

Landon recently completed the Music Business Fundamentals Certification Program through Berklee College of Music and has shared the stage with Jason Blaine at the Jason Blaine Annual Charity Golf Classic in 2022 and again in 2024.

With his debut release on the way, it’s the perfect time to get familiar with Landon Bedor — stay tuned!

Performance Location: Main St. W.

One Eyed Dawgs

Hailing from Smiths Falls, The One Eyed Dawgs are a high-energy rock ’n’ roll cover band delivering a nostalgic ride through classic hits from The Rolling Stones, Billy Idol, The Black Crowes, and Simple Minds.

Formed in 2022 by longtime high school friends and seasoned local musicians, they’ve become crowd favourites at venues like the Smiths Falls Memorial Centre, The Lockmaster’s Taphouse, and summer festivals — often using their shows to support local community causes.

Performance Location: Main St. W.

Vicki Brittle

Vicki Brittle is a Folk/Rock singer-songwriter from the Ottawa Valley, known for her distinct, unforgettable vocals and acoustic melodies woven through deeply reflective lyricism. Often referred to as an “old soul,” Vicki brings a memorable energy and presence to every stage she steps on. She has opened for acclaimed artists like Sass Jordan, Logan Staats, Jon Bryant, and Jeff Martin, and has performed at major festivals including Ottawa Bluesfest, CityFolk, and Festival of Small Halls. With the release of her second full-length album, The Hardest Things (August 2025), Brittle continues to prove she’s one to watch.

Performance Location: Main St. W.

Festival Headliner: The Trews

Canadian rock heavyweights The Trews have built an impressive career with multiple radio hits across seven studio albums, along with EPs, live records, and a retrospective. The band — Colin MacDonald, John-Angus MacDonald, Jack Syperek, Theodore McKibbon, and Jeff Heisholt — has earned 20 Top 10 Rock radio singles (including three #1s) and several Gold and Platinum albums.

They’ve also received multiple East Coast Music Awards, a CIMA Road Gold Award, an Independent Music Award, and several JUNO nominations. The Trews have played thousands of shows worldwide, sharing stages with artists like The Rolling Stones, KISS, Robert Plant, Guns N’ Roses, Aerosmith, Weezer, Mumford & Sons, and Bruce Springsteen.