Cicada Festival returns to St. Catharines October 2-3, 2026, showcasing an impressive lineup of Canadian indie and alternative music. Headlined by acclaimed acts Metric, Bahamas, and Wintersleep, the festival features 18 artists spanning indie rock, alternative, folk, and pop genres. Notable performers include USS, The Zolas, Hawksley Workman, Sonreal, and The Darcys, alongside emerging artists like Boy Golden and shishi. This two-day celebration of Canadian music offers fans a diverse mix of established headliners and rising talent across the indie and alternative music scene.

Cicada Festival is a two-day standalone music festival.