Trail Tunes
Trail Tunes is a regional celebration that connects our communities by trail and by song with free concerts at four outdoor locations. On International Trails Day, bike or hike between Collingwood, Wasaga Beach, and Clearview to enjoy live music along more than 100 km of connected trails. With staggered performance times, you can catch every show as you explore.
Weather & Cancellation Information
Event updates, cancellations, postponements, and weather-related notices will be communicated through the Town’s News & Notices webpage, official social media channels, and event webpage.
As this is an outdoor event, programming may be cancelled due to inclement weather. A decision regarding event cancellation will be made at 1:00 p.m. on the day of the event. Residents are encouraged to check official Town channels before attending.
Music Lineup
New Listing
Clearview
StarDust Jazz Trio
11:00 AM
Centennial Park, Stayner
StarDust Jazz Trio are three Toronto musicians who have created an exciting new niche in world music fusion. In addition to playing the usual “standards” from the Great American Songbook, they have also taken well-known traditional Ukrainian pop and folk classics and have completely reworked them into their own unique jazz-infused arrangements, with echoes of everything from samba to swing, bossa nova to blues. Their unmistakable sound, dynamic stage presence, and high professionalism transcend cultural boundaries and appeal to a broad audience, winning them loyal and enthusiastic fans wherever they play. StarDust Jazz Trio stand poised to expand the audience for their music, and would love for your venue to be a part of this process.
Johnny TooNice
12:00 PM
Centennial Park, Stayner
Johnny TooNice is a reggae punk ska (ish) musician from Wasaga Beach ON! Performing as a one-man band, he delivers a full-band experience from a single stage presence. Trombone blasts, keytar licks, skanking guitar, grooving bass, shredding violin, drums clicking, and driving beats all collide under high energy vocals packed with originals, covers, and stage banter! His energy and interaction will have your feet moving, cheeks smiling, and head shaking the entire time! Be sure to catch his hit songs live and online!
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WARPED
1:00 PM
Centennial Park, Stayner
Based in Creemore since 2022, WARPED plays traditional West African rhythms on djembe, dundun, ashikos and small percussion instruments, and also performs the dundun dance. Their primal beats will have you movin’ to the groove!
Queen M
2:00 PM
Centennial Park, Stayner
Fans of contemporary soul music have been keeping an eye on Queen M ever since the Canadian artist burst upon the scene in 2022 with the singles “Colour of My Skin,” “Evolution of Queen M” and “High Road,” songs that spoke directly of her life experience.
Now she is ready to take on the world with Introducing Queen M, a seven-song collection that brings her sound into sharp focus. Along with vintage r&b, it’s a sound also built on reggae-inflected grooves that pay tribute to Queen M’s Jamaican roots. And like artists that have paved the way for her, such as Sharon Jones and Bettye LaVette, Queen M doesn’t hold back an iota when it comes to singing about life as she sees it.
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Jess Bowman
12:00 PM
New Lowell Recreation Park
Introducing Jess Bowman, a 28-year-old accomplished singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist. Her musical landscape is richly painted with influences from icons like Elvis Presley and Dolly Parton, with Ed Sheeran standing as her paramount musical inspiration. Jess is proficient in piano, guitar, drums, and ukulele, crafting her unique sound. On stage, she employs a loop pedal to create an immersive one-woman band experience. Jess’s debut album “Journey” is now available on all streaming platforms.
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Gibbons & Figgs
1:00 PM
New Lowell Recreation Park
Gibbons & Figgs are a dynamic musical duo made up of Marlon Gibbons and Chris Figgures, two great friends who have been staples of the Georgian Bay music scene for over a decade. With a repertoire spanning classics to current Pop, Country, Swing, and beyond, they bring versatility and energy to every performance. Whether at corporate and municipal events, private celebrations, or local fundraisers, Gibbons & Figgs deliver engaging and memorable entertainment tailored to suit any occasion. Their polished harmonies, skilled musicianship, and warm stage presence make them a crowd favourite wherever they perform.
Wasaga Beach
Mixed Groove
1:00 PM
Oakview Woods Park
Mixed Groove is a four-piece band from Wasaga Beach bringing high-energy rock, blues, and R&B from the ’60s, ’70s, and beyond.
A local favourite, the band delivers great vibes, familiar hits, and a sound that keeps crowds coming back.
Windfall
2:30 PM
Oakview Woods Park
Get ready for high-flying excitement! Sky Splash shows feature a thrilling mix of aerial stunts and synchronized movement above the water — all with active audience participation. Performances take place throughout the afternoon, so don’t miss the action!
Mirrage
4:00 PM
Oakview Woods Park
Your throwback to when the rock giants roamed the land. A true power trio oozing with infectious energy, catchy hooks, and vintage vibes! Taking the country by storm by exploding onto the big stages, opening for bands such as Big Wreck, and other large acts on big stages all across the country!
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Collingwood
Gord Valiquette
5:00 PM
Shipyards Amphitheatre
Gord Valiquette has spent his life in music.
Introduced to live performance by his mother—who took him to see artists like Murray McLaughlin and Liona Boyd—he was hooked early and played his first paid show at 19.
Shaped by classic‑rock icons such as Bob Dylan, Neil Young, and Cat Stevens, Gord brings a warm acoustic sound to every set. He plays guitar and harmonica and loves intimate venues where he can connect directly with the crowd.
Tia Nova
6:00 PM
Shipyards Amphitheatre
Tia Nova is a young fearless and dynamic pop/pop-rock vocalist and songwriter known for her powerhouse voice and unforgettable live presence. Fuelled by raw emotion and authentic lyrics, she delivers music that connects deeply and comes alive on stage. With passion, presence, and a fierce edge, she’s a rising star you won’t forget!
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93 North Band
7:00 PM
Shipyards Amphitheatre
93 North is a five‑piece powerhouse formed in late 2021, hitting the stage for the first time in May 2022 and never slowing down. Based in Simcoe County, the band has played major festival stages (Kempenfest OLG Stage, Salmon Spectacular), theatre shows at The Stockey Centre, cultural events across the region, and Casino Rama. They deliver a dynamic mix of original music and classic covers, driven by veteran musicians with decades of studio and live experience. Wherever they play, 93 North also supports local food banks, raising funds in the communities they visit.
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Cycle Simcoe Ride
Cycle Simcoe has developed a custom cycling route for the Trail Tunes weekend. Ride part of the route or the whole thing – it’s your music-fuelled adventure! This map is a guide, listing the four Trail Tunes venues. The route is a mix of on-road and gravel trail. These roads are not closed for the event, please follow the rules of the road.
Visit cyclesimcoe.ca/trailtunes to learn more about this year’s entertainers and to access a variety of trail maps for the region.