Prince Edward County Jazz Festival
August 11-16, 2026
“I feel an incredible sense of excitement as we approach the 2026 PEC Jazz Festival. My goal is to create something that feels both intimate and expansive—rooted in community, yet musically adventurous—and this lineup truly embodies that vision. ... For me, this festival isn’t just about performances—it’s about creating moments where audiences and musicians meet in a shared, unforgettable experience.” - Artistic Director Sarah Kim Turnbull
Saturday night, August 15, The Regent Theatre and the PEC Jazz Festival celebrate the return of festival favourite Emilie-Claire Barlow. The recipient of a Félix and two JUNO Awards, Emilie-Claire Barlow has garnered over 500 million streams and performed on stages around the world.
Learn more at Performers. 
After the Friday evening show at The Regent Theatre, join the gang for After Hours at Waring House. The Steve Holt Trio with Duncan Hopkins and Curtis Cronkwright will wrap up the day with their JUNO Award nominated classic jazz.
Learn more at Performers. 
Opening for the Jeremy Ledbetter Trio on Friday Aug 14 at The Regent Theatre is the amazing flautist Anh Phung. Anh plays a range of styles that showcase her virtuosity and ability to bring jazz innovation to everything from bluegrass to Jethro Tull to straight ahead jazz.
Learn more at Performers. 2026 Main Stage Artists on Spotify
We put together a fresh playlist featuring our 2026 Main Stage artists. Check it out: PEC Jazz Festival 2026 Main Stage Artists (new) |
The Regent Theatre is co-presenting two evenings of great jazz. Friday night, August 14, features JUNO Award winner Jeremy Ledbetter with his Trio, including Rich Brown on bass and Larnell Lewis on drums. Jeremy Ledbetter is a passionate jazz and world music pianist who has been thrilling audiences in Canada and around the world. Opening the evening is the amazing Anh Phung, an extraordinary flautist and music creator.
Learn more at Performers. 
The PEC Jazz Festival draws to a close Sunday evening with singer Irene Torres, August 16, at Waring Hall with an evening of Latin jazz.
"Irene's effortless delivery captures the audience's attention immediately, while her intense charisma seals the deal for anyone attuned to the power of song and dance." - Eric St-Laurent Learn more at Performers. 
Join the Gord Sheard Trio for After Hours at The Regent Theatre along with Paco Luviano and Richard Bannard. Limited seating. Good things happen at After Hours.
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Workshops and Up-Close Sessions
We are offering a few up-close sessions this year. Some are free, some have a minimal fee, but tickets are required as space is limited. Check them out.
We are offering a few up-close sessions this year. Some are free, some have a minimal fee, but tickets are required as space is limited. Check them out.
Introduction to Brazilian Samba Percussion
Wednesday August 12 at 11:00 – Picton Town Hall, 2 Ross St., Picton In this workshop participants will learn to play basic parts for the most commonly used percussion instruments in Brazilian samba, including: pandeiro (tambourine); tamborim (small frame drum); agogô (double bell); surdo, rebolo, and tantã (bass-register drums); and chocalho (shaker). (Please note: time constraints are such that not everyone will be able to play all of the instruments!) Presenter Gordon Sheard is a jazz pianist, composer and educator who has a PhD in ethnomusicology (specialization – Brazilian popular music), and taught a student Brazilian music ensemble for fifteen years at Humber College in Toronto. This workshop will be held upstairs at the beautiful Picton Town Hall at 2 Ross St., Picton. Accessible, airconditioned. Eligibility:
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Intro to Jazz Ukulele
Thursday August 13 at 11:00 – Picton Town Hall, 2 Ross St., Picton In this workshop participants will learn to play a few jazz standards on the ukulele playing both melody and chords by combining finger picking and strumming. Tab music and notes will be provided. Active participants will bring their own instruments and music stand (if you have one). This workshop will be held upstairs at the beautiful Picton Town Hall at 2 Ross St., Picton. Accessible, airconditioned. Eligibility:
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The 2026 PEC Jazz Festival kicks off Tuesday August 11 at Huff Estates Winery the legendary JUNO Award nominee Shuffle Demons. - SOLD OUT
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Wednesday August 12 welcomes back Doghouse Orchestra at Huff Estates Winery. - SOLD OUT
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Thursday afternoon, August 13, showcases Ale Nuñez and her jazz and soul vocals in the Barrel Room at Sandbanks Winery. - SOLD OUT
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Along with the main stage shows, the PEC Jazz Festival features great performances throughout the County at smaller venues including: Claramount Club, Closson Chase Winery, Exultet Estate Winery, The Grange Winery, Huff Estates Winery, The Royal Hotel, Stanners Vineyard, Vic Social and The Waring House. Glenwood Cemetery hosts their annual live jazz on Saturday morning at the cemetery.
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Become a Friend of the PEC Jazz Festival
Support the PEC Jazz Festival Youth Education program by becoming a Friend of the PEC Jazz Festival. Learn more at our Friends of the PEC Jazz Festival page. Donations are securely processed through CanadaHelps and tax receipts are issued immediately. Donate now through CanadaHelps.  
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The Paul Pandos Bursary
The Paul Pandos Bursary of $1,000 will be offered annually to a student enrolling in an accredited post-secondary or post-graduate music program. Application submissions are now closed for 2026. Learn more at pecjazz.org/bursary. We're on Spotify
We put together a fresh playlist featuring our 2026 Main Stage artists. Check it out: PEC Jazz Festival 2026 Main Stage Artists (new) Honouring Black History Month 2026 Winter Won't Last Forever PEC Jazz Festival Celebrates Snow and Holidays PEC Jazz Festival 2025 Main Stage Artists |
Let the Good Times Roll
May 20, 2026
"The Waring House was jumping and jiving last Friday when Dan Douglas brought his swinging sextet, The Crap Shooters, to launch the PEC Jazz Festival 2026 lineup...." Our good friends at the Picton Gazette have published a review of our Swing Into Spring party and launch.
Read the entire piece at The Gazette Online.
May 20, 2026
"The Waring House was jumping and jiving last Friday when Dan Douglas brought his swinging sextet, The Crap Shooters, to launch the PEC Jazz Festival 2026 lineup...." Our good friends at the Picton Gazette have published a review of our Swing Into Spring party and launch.
Read the entire piece at The Gazette Online.
We're Recruiting
The PEC Jazz Festival is looking for a jazz-loving volunteer Treasurer to help us stay in the black, keep our books in order, and ensure that all filings are submitted correctly and on time.
We are also looking for a volunteer Legal Adviser to provide advice from time to time, and help us with contracts and policies.
Sound like you or someone you know? Contact us at [email protected].
The PEC Jazz Festival is looking for a jazz-loving volunteer Treasurer to help us stay in the black, keep our books in order, and ensure that all filings are submitted correctly and on time.
We are also looking for a volunteer Legal Adviser to provide advice from time to time, and help us with contracts and policies.
Sound like you or someone you know? Contact us at [email protected].
Thank You to our Amazing Sponsors for their Generous Support!
