LAKE COWICHAN, British Columbia, November 13, 2026 — Tickets for Sunfest Country Music Festival 2027 went on sale Friday, with Luke Bryan, Cameron Whitcomb and Zac Brown Band confirmed to headline the festival’s 25th anniversary celebration at Laketown Ranch.
The four-day event runs July 29–August 1, 2027, on Vancouver Island. Ticket sales opened at 9 a.m. Pacific Time, with weekend admission, single-day passes, premium seating and camping packages offered at introductory Tier One pricing.
Organizers have warned that premium viewing areas and camping could sell out quickly. Exact ticket prices and current availability depend on the selected package.
Sunfest 2027 Lineup and Headliner Dates
Three headline acts have been announced, with additional performers still to be confirmed.
- Thursday, July 29: Kick-off party; performers to be announced.
- Friday, July 30: Luke Bryan.
- Saturday, July 31: Cameron Whitcomb.
- Sunday, August 1: Zac Brown Band.
Luke Bryan, known for “Play It Again” and “Country Girl (Shake It for Me),” leads Friday’s show. Nanaimo-born Cameron Whitcomb headlines Saturday, bringing the rising Canadian country singer back to his home region.
Grammy-winning Zac Brown Band closes Sunday with a catalogue that includes “Chicken Fried,” “Toes” and “Colder Weather.”
Sunfest 2027 Tickets: Prices and How to Book
Tickets went on sale November 13 at 9 a.m. PST (noon EST). Buyers can check available categories and complete purchases through the official Sunfest ticketing website.
The festival is advertising an eight-month installment payment plan. Fans should check the initial deposit, payment dates, service fees and refund conditions before booking.
Ticket prices: Official prices for individual 2027 categories have not been independently verified. Prices may increase as introductory ticket tiers sell through.
VIP, Rockstar Pit, Lawn and Hillside Passes
Sunfest offers several ticket categories:
- Hillside: General admission, with weekend and daily passes.
- The Lawn: Reserved seating, available for the weekend or individual days.
- Pepsi Pit: Weekend and single-day pit admission.
- VIP: Weekend and daily premium admission.
- Rockstar Pit: Premium weekend pit access.
- Lookout Lounge: Premium weekend lounge admission.
- Front of House: Premium weekend seating.
A separate Thursday Kick-Off Party Pass is also listed. Premium benefits vary, so buyers should check the exact inclusions before purchasing.
Sunfest 2027 Gate Opening Times
The ticket listings provide these daily door-opening times:
| Category | Friday | Saturday | Sunday |
|---|---|---|---|
| VIP | 5 p.m. | 4 p.m. | 5 p.m. |
| Pepsi Pit | 5 p.m. | 5 p.m. | 5 p.m. |
| Lawn | 5 p.m. | 5 p.m. | 5 p.m. |
| Hillside | 4 p.m. | 4 p.m. | 4 p.m. |
All listed ticket categories are advertised as all-ages events. Door times are not artist performance times.
Camping, Glamping and Early Entry
Accommodation options include Upper Camping, Lower Camping, Upper Glamping and Lower Glamping. Extra camping wristbands and separate weekend parking passes are available.
- Wednesday, July 28: Early entry for Lower Camping only.
- Thursday, July 29: Early entry for Upper and Lower Camping.
- Friday, July 30: Upper Glamping listing specifies a 1 p.m. opening.
Campers should confirm whether festival admission, accommodation wristbands and parking must be purchased separately.
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Laketown Ranch Location and Festival Facilities
Sunfest takes place at Laketown Ranch, 8811-2 Youbou Road, Lake Cowichan, British Columbia.
The 250-plus-acre venue will host four days of entertainment across three stages, alongside food vendors, shopping, bars, showers and washrooms. New glamping options and expanded premium seating are planned for 2027.
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Canada’s festival calendar also includes Mumford & Sons at Churchill Park Music Festival 2027 in Newfoundland.
More Sunfest 2027 Announcements Expected
Sunfest is celebrating its 25th anniversary and tenth year at Laketown Ranch. The remaining supporting artists, Thursday performers and detailed stage schedules have not been announced.
Fans planning to attend should check official ticket availability, accommodation requirements and travel arrangements before booking, particularly for the British Columbia August long weekend.
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