An Evening with Lyle Lovett and His Small Large Band Announced for Penticton

Lyle Lovett and his Small Large Band with special guests The Hello Darlins will perform at the South Okanagan Events Centre in Penticton on Saturday, September 12, 2026.

Four-time Grammy Award–winning singer, composer, and actor Lyle Lovett has announced new Canadian dates for his expansive 2026 North American tour, this time performing with his Small Large Band.

The Canadian tour kicks off in Calgary on September 9th and will make stops all across the country in theatres and arenas with “Canadiana” supergroup, The Hello Darlins, joining as Special Guest.

Whether touring solo or with his Acoustic Group or his Large Band, Lovett’s live performances show not only the breadth of this Texas legend’s deep talents, but also the diversity of his influences, making him one of the most compelling and captivating musicians in popular music.

FALL TOUR DATES 2026:
September 9 – Calgary, AB – Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium
September 10 – Edmonton, AB – Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium
September 11 – Prince George, BC – CN Centre
September 12 – Penticton, BC – South Okanagan Events Centre
September 14 – Abbotsford, BC – Rogers Forum
September 15 – Vancouver, BC – Vogue Theatre
September 16 – Victoria, BC – Royal Theatre
September 18 – Kamloops, BC – Sandman Centre
September 20 – Lethbridge, AB – VisitLethbridge.com Arena
September 22 – Regina, SK – Conexus Arts Centre
September 23 – Saskatoon, SK – TCU Place
September 24 – Winnipeg, MB – Burton Cummings Theatre
September 26 – Thunder Bay, ON – Thunder Bay Community Auditorium
September 27 – Sault Ste. Marie, ON – Sault Community Theatre Centre
September 28 – North Bay, ON – Capitol Centre
September 29 – London, ON – Canada Life Place
September 30 – Toronto, ON – Queen Elizabeth Theatre
October 1 – Kingston, ON – Slush Puppie Place
October 3 – Oshawa, ON – Tribute Communities Centre

About Lyle Lovett:

A singer, composer and actor, Lyle Lovett has broadened the definition of American music in a career that spans 14 albums. Coupled with his gift for storytelling, the Texas-based musician fuses elements of country, swing, jazz, folk, gospel and blues in a convention-defying manner that breaks down barriers. Since his self-titled debut in 1986, Lyle Lovett has evolved into one of music’s most vibrant and iconic performers. Among his many accolades, besides the four Grammy Awards, Lovett was given the Americana Music Association’s inaugural Trailblazer Award and was named Texas State Musician. Earlier this year, he was honored with the International Trailblazer Award at the UK Americana Music Awards. His works, rich and eclectic, are some of the most beloved of any artist working today.

About The Hello Darlins:
Led by Canadian musician, Candace Lacina, and world-renowned keyboardist, Mike Little, The Hello Darlins forge a distinct hybrid of “Canadiana,” country, gospel, and blues. Let the beautiful harmonies and impressive musicianship of The Hello Darlins wash over you for an evening of storytelling, laughter, and reflection.

Tickets to the Penticton date will go on sale Friday, April 10, 2026 at 10:00 AM PT and can be purchased in person at the Valley First Box Office at the SOEC or online at ValleyFirstTix.com.

Fans looking to access the venue’s exclusive presale are encouraged to sign up for the SOEC Cyber Club HERE. Presale details will be sent to Cyber Club members on the morning of Thursday, April 9.