Hudson Music Festival Celebrates 20 Years with an Unforgettable 2026 Lineup

The Hudson Music Festival (HMF) is celebrating a major milestone this summer as it marks its 20th anniversary with four days of live music and community from July 30 to August 2, 2026. For two decades, the festival has brought exceptional Canadian and international talent to Hudson while championing emerging artists and creating memorable musical experiences.

Known as the “Ultimate Intimate Festival,” the Hudson Music Festival has grown from a local celebration into one of Quebec’s most beloved music festivals. The 2026 edition honours that legacy with a diverse lineup that spans folk, rock, roots, Americana, classical, indie and tribute performances.

2026 Festival Highlights

This years lineup includes acclaimed Canadian artists alongside emerging talent, including:

The festival opens on Thursday, July 30, with a special 20th Anniversary Opening Night Celebration featuring Toronto roots band The Wanted, along with cake and prosecco to mark the occasion.

On Friday, legendary Canadian alternative rock band The Grapes of Wrath headline an evening that also features performances by Shane Hooper and Eva Angel-Fox

Saturday brings the free Village Stage Discovery Series, showcasing emerging artists throughout the afternoon before the evening’s spectacular David Bowie Revisited tribute concert.

The festival concludes on Sunday with multiple performances, including acclaimed singer-songwriter Jordan Officer, a classical concert featuring Serhiy Salov & Thomas Chartré, and additional live music around the village.

Event Details

Dates: July 30-August 2, 2026

Location: Hudson, Quebec

Festival Passport: $115 (20% savings)

Tickets are available online and at the door (subject to availability).

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    Most stores and restaurants have their own parking lots, but there are also several public parking areas: 

    • The snow dump off Wharf Road
    • City Hall (Main & Cedar)
    • Selkirk &. Main
    • Across from St. Thomas Church on Main Road, near McNaughten 

    Street parking is also permitted in many areas adjacent to the village. 

    Hudson is served by the Exo train to Montreal (limited service) and a bus. 

    There is one daily train departure and one arrival in Hudson every weekday at:
    30, rue Wharf, Hudson

    Departures for other Vaudreuil-Dorion trains at:
    555, rue Boileau, Vaudreuil-Dorion

    EXO La Presqu’île sector

    exo – Line 21: Gare Vaudreuil/Hudson/St-Charles

    • Public transit to Vaudreuil train station
    • OPUS card accepted
    • Air-conditioned buses, some equipped with bike racks
    • Transfers between several bus lines at the station and connections to Vaudreuil, L’Île-Perrot, Pincourt, Rigaud and Saint-Lazare.
    • Passengers can also transfer to CIT du Sud-Ouest buses (Salaberry-de-Valleyfield) at the Vaudreuil station
    • Express service to various destinations on the Island of Montréal: Côte-Vertu metro, Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue (including CEGEP John-Abbott), CEGEP Gérald-Godin and near the STM bus terminal in Pointe-Claire

    Yes, you can book a hotel room right in the heart of Hudson at the Maison Rose B&B at 471 Main Road. 

    Yes, most restaurants in Hudson offer some vegan, vegetarian or gluten-free options. 

    Yes, Hudson businesses are happy to serve customers in either French or English.

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