
THE HORNBY FESTIVAL
July 30 - August 8, 2026
Wailin’ Jennys
Folk / Alt-Country

Friday, July 31
5-Piece Band - Blanket Night
SCHEDULE
Gates at 7:00 PM
Performances at 7:30 PM
Rosemuir Farm - 9925 Central Road
BIO
The Wailin’ Jennys—Nicky Mehta, Ruth Moody, and Heather Masse—bring together three distinct voices that create an achingly perfect vocal sound. What began as a one-time-only performance in a tiny Winnipeg guitar shop has grown into one of today’s most beloved international folk acts, performing at packed venues across Canada, the US, and throughout the world.
With Juno Award -winning albums and Billboard-charting releases, they continue to create some of the most exciting music on the folk-roots scene, stepping up their musical game with each critically lauded recording. Their sound moves effortlessly through folk, alt-country, pop, and rock, combining fresh and innovative sounds with their signature harmonies.
Renowned for their live performances, The Jennys deliver show-stopping harmonies, impressive instrumental prowess, breathtaking songs, and witty stage banter thrilling audiences wherever they go.
FREE AT THE FESTIVAL
Art In Unusual Places at Hornby Arts (inside the gallery)
Friday, July 31 – 2:00 PM
Capacity limited. First come, first serve.
OPENING ACT - Molly Stotts
Born in Vancouver, 16 year old artist Molly Stotts has been visiting Hornby Island since 2013 and has called Hornby home since 2020. Writing songs since the age of 12, she draws inspiration from Noah Kahan and James Marriott. This spring, Molly recorded her first original song, “Crush Ban,” at Barn Studio with Marc Atkinson, and is excited to debut it live at the 2026 Hornby Island Music Festival. and Hornby is a great place to explore all of these.
“The Wailin’ Jennys are more than just impeccable bluegrass harmonizers; they’re also terrific bandleaders who give their traditional roots music a sense of real reverence.” - NPR