Billy Barker Days

Join us for an unforgettable experience with tons of activities and four days of free entertainment in LeBourdais Park! Whether you’re looking to enjoy live performances, participate in exciting events, or simply soak up the festival atmosphere, there’s something for everyone so mark your calendar for the 3rd full weekend of July, this year, 2026 July 16th-19th for

Quesnel’s 50th annual Billy Barker Days Festival.

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4 Days of Entertainment

Get ready for over 30 events on the stage, offering a variety of performances to keep you entertained for four days straight. From single and duo acts and captivating gymnastics to talented fiddlers and full live bands, the Billy Barker Days stage has something for everyone. Join us for a celebration filled with music, dance, and excitement!

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Steve Elliott

A Professional Canadian tribute artist for over 25 years. Steve Elliott Hails from the lower mainland BC And was crowned the Grand champion of the Penticton Elvis Festival in 2004 and headlined that festival for 3 years in a row. He has performed all over BC, Canada and Mexico for various festivals, Concerts fundraisers and charities etc. Steve pays tribute to the King of Rock and roll as well as others like Johnny Cash, Roy, Orbison and Rockabilly hits from the classic era of Rock and Roll. You can view more about Steve here at:

Shred Kelley

Fan favourites Shred Kelly are back for our 50th to close out LeBourdais Park

Chris Goodwin2

High Energy Country Music

PWR/UP AC/DC

PWRUP AC/DC Tribute delivers the full power of AC/DC performed the way audiences remember it, loud, electrifying and built for the stage. Featuring a rare one singer, two eras performance, PWRUP authentically captures both the raw swagger of Bon Scott and the unmistakable power of Brian Johnson, covering the complete AC/DC catalogue in one relentless live show.

A Night of Bowie

For more than 30 years, Victoria musician Syl Thompson and his band have delivered one of North America’s most authentic tributes to David Bowie. Backed by six outstanding musicians, the show recreates the energy, sound, style, and atmosphere of Bowie’s legendary Heathen/Reality era tours, performing hits that span from Space Oddity to Where Are We Now? with uncanny accuracy. Thompson’s powerful stage presence, voice, and attention to detail have earned praise from Bowie fans across the continent, making audiences feel like they are witnessing Bowie himself live on stage once again. Thompson’s own career has included international touring through the South Pacific, performances at Vancouver’s famed Commodore Ballroom, and opening for The Beach Boys at the Pacific Coliseum before launching the acclaimed Bowie tribute project Major Tom on tours across Canada and the United States.

The Ray Roper Collective

High level rock and roll

Hotshotz

Hotshotz is not a tribute Act although you will hear all the timeless hits from Trooper and Stonebolt that you remember so well. This is a combination of original members of Trooper and Stonebolt. Frank Ludwig (who recorded Round Round We Go), Tommy Stewart (Little Loretta) and Doni Underhill (bass and co writer of Here For A Good Time) are teamed up with STONEBOLT alumni Ray Roper (I Will Still Love You) and David J Wills (Baby Don’tcha Hide It) for an evening of powerhouse and nostalgic Rock and Roll! Having had so much fun and massive reaction at Rocket Norton’s F**k Cancer benefit in Vancouver, the boys are back touring for one more round. Don’t miss it!

Kids Day

Enter a world of fun at Kids Day! Families and friends are invited to this free event for children in the park.

Friday, July 17th, 2026

Time: 10:00AM – 2:00PM

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Concession

Treat your taste buds to hometown goodness at our food concession! We’ve got all your festival favorites, made fresh with local ingredients and served with a smile.

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