multi-day festival with on-site camping; plan for gear, weather and transport
What is on site
Access provision
- Accessible camping
Facilities
- Showers
- Shuttle service
About Big Valley Jamboree
Big Valley Jamboree is a country music festival held each summer at the Camrose Regional Exhibition grounds in Camrose, Alberta. In 2019 Country Thunder Music Festivals entered a partnership with the Camrose Regional Exhibition to run the event. The weekend centres on the Main Stage in a large concert bowl, with nightly after-parties in the saloons, a songwriters showcase, a marketplace tradeshow and side events such as Bulls for Breakfast, Cowboy Church, a karaoke contest and a hypnotist show.
The 2027 festival runs Thursday, July 29 to Sunday, August 1, with the Thursday Night Kickoff Party followed by three days of Main Stage concerts. The 2026 edition ran July 30 to August 2. The 2027 lineup has not been announced.
Tickets for 2027 are already on sale through Front Gate Tickets, the festival's official seller. A 3-day general admission pass is listed at $315 before fees, which comes to about $349 with fees and tax. It covers the Friday to Sunday concert days, the concert bowl with lawn-style seating, Main Street, the tradeshow and access to the campgrounds. The Kickoff Party is a separate 18+ ticket. Premium options include reserved seating, a front-of-stage standing pit and VIP seats with a private tent, meals and luxury restrooms. Kids 10 and under get in free in general admission areas with an adult ticket. Wristbands are RFID and mailed in advance, and all sales are final.
Camping is a big part of the weekend. All campsites are primitive with no hookups and need a full weekend pass; you can't buy camping for a single night. Several campgrounds have different quiet times, and accessible camping can be booked by phone at 1-888-404-1234. Showers, portable toilets and non-potable water stations are spread through the campgrounds, and camping renewals let you keep your site the next year. Campers can arrive from 9 am on the Wednesday. Open flames, glass and upholstered household furniture are not allowed, and generators can run only between 7 am and midnight.
If you are not camping, day and weekend parking can be bought ahead, and a shuttle runs around Camrose between the Encana Arena and Duggan Mall. The show goes ahead rain or shine. Customer service is at bvj@bigvalleyjamboree.com or 1-888-404-1234, with a text line during the festival.
Getting there
Camrose Regional Exhibition grounds, Camrose, Alberta. Check the official site for transport and parking guidance.
History
Big Valley Jamboree was founded in 1992.
Status
Active (next edition announced).
Planning
confirm dates, tickets and entry policies on the official website before travelling.
Accessibility
Accessible camping can be booked by calling 1-888-404-1234; for other accommodation requests, contact bvj@bigvalleyjamboree.com before the festival. No other accessibility services are described on the official site.
Big Valley Jamboree in photos
Image credits
- Main photo: Taylor and Kevin, CC BY 2.0 · source
- Photo 1: Taylor and Kevin, CC BY 2.0 · source
- Logo: Big Valley Jamboree, Official logo from the festival's own website (logo source 3). Trademark of Big Valley Jamboree; no licence wording on the page, use for identification only. · source
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Where to stay
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Frequently asked
When is Big Valley Jamboree 2027?
July 29 to August 1, 2027, at the Camrose Regional Exhibition grounds in Camrose, Alberta.
How much is a weekend pass?
A 2027 3-day general admission pass is listed at $315 before fees, about $349 with fees and tax, on Front Gate Tickets.
Do kids need tickets?
Kids 10 and under get in free in general admission areas with an adult ticket. They need their own ticket for premium areas.
Can I camp?
Yes. Campsites are primitive with no hookups, are sold separately, and need a full weekend pass.
Is there a shuttle?
Yes. Shuttles run within Camrose between the Encana Arena and Duggan Mall during the festival.
Can I bring my pet?
The festival strongly recommends leaving pets at home. Pets that do come must stay leashed at your campsite.
Contact the festival
Last verified 2026-10-02. Dates, prices and lineups change — always confirm on the official festival site before booking.