Performing Arts Lakefield has announced their 2025/26 season line-up of world-class musical talent.
Performing Arts Lakefield (PAL) has been presenting a selection of world-class entertainment for more than 44 years. This volunteer run organization continues to find the most outstanding performances available to members.
They are excited to offer their up-coming season of critically acclaimed classical, jazz, blues and Broadway performers.
PAL has become recognized across the province as an active supporter of both the community of Lakefield and the artists who perform at our concertsThis seasons line-up:
THE DREAMBOATS – Oct 5, 2025Dive into a musical time machine with The Dreamboats as they bring back the magic of classic, original rock ‘n’ roll! Infusing the timeless sounds of the 50s & 60s with a fresh, contemporary energy, this Canadian quartet promises an evening of non-stop dancing, nostalgic melodies, and electrifying entertainment.
TILLER’S FOLLY – Nov 9, 2025With roots that stretch from the mists of the Pacific Northwest, across the sea to the British Isles, and now moving into the heartland of American music, Tiller’s Folly has tapped into something timelessly fresh and refreshingly sincere. West Coast Celtic Roots band Tiller’s Folly has been telling tales as old as time with a modern lyrical twist, and a penchant for stirring tales of intrigue and adventure, inspired by true life heroes and villains – backed by their potent mix of acoustic Celtic-influenced roots sound.
MICHAEL HARRISON – Jan 18, 2026Michael Harrison is an award winning ventriloquist and puppeteer based in Victoria, BC Canada. He tours worldwide with his incredible show Ventastic. Michael turns ventriloquism upside-down with his original puppets and creative routines that have amazed audiences of all ages for over 30 years.
LADOM ENSEMBLE – Feb 22, 2026Ladom Ensemble is a mini-orchestra made up of four musicians who play a kind of acoustic fusion drawn from Western classical, klezmer, rock, tango, jazz, east coast traditional and classical Persian influences All are classically trained, all fearlessly virtuosic. They believe in taking improvisational risks, in listening deeply and responding spontaneously to one another. They value friendship, mutual respect and great food.
THE HAPPY PALS NEW ORLEANS PARTY ORCHESTRA – Apr 19, 2026The Happy Pals New Orleans Party Orchestra are a New Orleans traditional dance hall jazz band which was formed in 1968 by Clifford “Kid” Bastien, originally named Kid Bastien’s Camellia Jazz band. The Happy Pals are a classic New Orleans style ensemble which includes trumpet, trombone, clarinet, banjo, piano, double bass and drums. They are inspired by the early jazz and blues music of the 1920s and 1930s. The Happy Pals have been playing New Orleans dance hall jazz in Toronto for over four decades. They have also played throughout the United States and tour Europe annually.
Please note: All performances take place at Lakefield United Church, 47 Regent St., Lakefield (LUC).
All shows begin at 3pm Sundays. Doors open at 2pm.
Tickets can be purchased at the PAL website at performingartslakefield.org, or at the Lakefield United Church one hour before the performance.
