Summer of Soca Festival 2026
July 31 – August 2, 2026
Celebrate Caribbean music and culture with performances from international artists at this three-day soca festival held at Markham Fairgrounds.
DAY 1 – COLOURS – J’OUVERT NIGHT
Friday July 31st 2026 | 19+ Event | 6 PM until 12 AM
COLOURS – J’OUVERT NIGHT is an expression of music, culture, and colour, uniting people from across the globe to come together and “play powder” as one family – irrespective of who they are, what they believe in, and where they come from. Immerse yourself in a rainbow of Colours, as our world class artists take centre stage!
DAY 2 – CARNIVAL KINGDOM
Saturday August 1st 2026 | 19+ Event | 6 PM until 12 AM
Welcome to THE KINGDOM! This is the ultimate carnival concert featuring powerhouse performances from international artists, bands and deejays. From the first note to the final encore, CARNIVAL KINGDOM delivers a dynamic celebration of community, where fans come together to wave their flags, sing their anthems, and lose themselves in the magic of Carnival. It’s an unmatched production spectacle like no other. It’s the biggest night of the year… the night everyone marks on their calendar.
DAY 3 – REVIVOR – THE CHUTNEY CONCERT
Sunday August 2nd 2026 | All Ages Event | 12 PM until 6 PM |
Revivor tickets are valid until 4pm ONLY! If you arrive after, your Revivor ticket will not be valid for entry.
‘THE CHUTNEY CONCERT’ showcases the rich cultural diversity of the West Indies. It breaks barriers of racial differences and embraces the unique mix of the cultures that together comprise the Caribbean & West Indies. Bringing together talent from across the region and around the world, this one-of-a-kind crossover event promises an inspiring fusion of music, dance, and culture.
DAY 4 – LEGENDS – THE THROWBACK CONCERT
Sunday August 2nd 2026 | All Ages Event | 6 PM until 12 AM
‘THE THROWBACK CONCERT’ honours timeless renowned musical icons, performing the greatest hits of the 90’s and 2000’s. Fans of all ages get to relive their favourite memories, dance to classic tunes, and reminisce about their fondest memories while enjoying a journey through the golden eras of Soca and Caribbean music.
Location: Markham Fairgrounds, 10801 McCowan Road, Markham, Ontario
Website: https://www.sosfestinc.com/the-festival
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