Found Sounds Vol 3: Kate Reid
2026-01-31 19:30 - 21:30 (America/Edmonton) | Found Book Shop, 206 1st Street W, Cochrane, AB
Learn more & buy tickets HERE
Found Sounds: A Bi-Monthly Music Series Found Books & Shop is partnering with Blue Willow Entertainment to bring you Found Sounds: a bi-monthly music series blending live performance with intimate conversation.
Think Tiny Desk meets cozy listening room, with a touch of podcast-style storytelling. Each event features a different musical artist who not only shares their songs but also the stories, inspirations, and creative process behind them. The result? An up-close, personal evening where music and conversation flow together in a way that feels both raw and inspiring. Perfect for music lovers, curious minds, and anyone who craves connection through art, Found Sounds transforms our bookstore into a warm, one-of-a-kind listening space.
Jan 31st, 2025 we welcome Kate Reid to the stage.
Born in Whitehorse, Yukon, Kate Reid’s love for country music began at an early age. Inspired by legends like Terri Clark, Leann Rimes, Shania Twain, Dolly Parton, Sara Evans, and Reba Mcentire, Kate would often serenade her neighbors from her backyard swing set with her renditions of their favorite songs. Now a country singer/songwriter based in Calgary, Alberta, Kate’s powerful voice and relatable songwriting have set her apart in the Canadian country music scene. With a career that continues to grow, she has headlined iconic stages, including Ranchman’s, and earned accolades such as the Best Original Song award at Ranchman’s Rising Star Competition. Her single “Bang” hit the Top 10 on the Canadian Indie Country Countdown, and she has performed at numerous festivals and venues throughout Alberta. Kate has had the privilege of working with renowned industry professionals, including Stephen Shiveley, Charlotte Avenue Entertainment, Jordan Craig, and Grant Howarth. In 2021, she released her debut single “Numb,” followed by her first music video and her debut EP “I DO” in November 2022. Nominated for three YYC Music Awards, Kate’s music continues to captivate audiences. Kate signed with Blue Willow Entertainment in 2024 and is working on a new project at BWE Studios. 2025 promises new original songs and more dynamic live shows.

Valentines Day Dance
2026-02-14 20:00 - 23:30 | Cochrane Legion, 114 5th Ave, Cochrane, Alberta, T4C 1A5, Canada
Cochrane Legion February 14 at 8 pm featuring Calgary’s top cover band Fourty Five.
Tickets from $20-$25 at the bar or on Eventbrite.

Cara Luft in Concert
2026-02-19 19:30 - 21:30 | Found Book Shop, 206 1st Street W, Cochrane, AB
Tickets are more details HERE
Live on the Found Stage: February 19, 2026
There’s something special about music at Found (if we don’t say so ourselves). This comes from the way the room gathers around a voice, how the lights soften, how neighbours and strangers end up sharing a table and a moment. Our stage was built for nights exactly like this: intimate, close-up, and filled with that electric hush you only get when live music feels personal.
On February 19, we welcome Cara Luft to the Found Stage. You may know her as a Juno Award–winning musician, a founding member of The Wailin’ Jennys, or simply as one of the most joy-filled performers in Canadian folk music. But what we’re most excited for is how her storytelling, laughter, and gorgeous songwriting will land in this room – a space made for connection, warmth, and being fully present.
Expect a cozy winter night of music, wine, and community – the kind of evening that reminds you why live music matters and why this little stage in Cochrane, Alberta has become such a beloved spot.
More About Cara Luft
Juno award winning singer-songwriter-musician Cara Luft is that rare artist steeped in folk and traditional roots music almost from birth, yet willing to alter the fabric, stretch the boundaries and fearlessly bend genres and styles. A founding member of Canadian folk super-group The Wailin’ Jennys and the brainchild behind Winnipeg’s acclaimed powerhouse duo The Small Glories, Luft deserves her solid reputation as one of Canada’s finest live performers, armed with amazing tenacity, vision, energy and a contagious hilarity.
To quote the roots magazine No Depression, “Luft has a rich tradition in folk music – it’s safe to assume that she knows her stuff – and upon listening it becomes quite clear that she is indeed a formidable songwriter and performer… [The] lovely Ms. Luft sets the bar for the talented few who’ll follow in her footsteps.” Cara has a spirit that drives her to connect with people, and for this she is loved everywhere she goes.
Reviewers of her live shows talk about her compelling vocals, superb musicianship, humorous anecdotes, accomplished songwriting, ability to switch between styles and the charm of her stage presence. Cara’s the real deal, there’s nothing pretentious about her. And that sense of honesty, integrity, personality and spontaneity permeates both her music and her live shows. “Long may she reign!” (Lonesome Highway)

**SOLD OUT** IWD: Female Songwriters Round
2026-03-07 18:30 - 22:00 | Found Book Shop, 206 1st Street W, Cochrane, AB
Celebrate International Women’s Day with an intimate evening of conversation, live music and connection at Found Books. This special Female Songwriters’ Panel brings together emerging artists Jennie Harluk, Hayley Isabel, Ashley Law and BERLYN.
Through honest conversation and storytelling, the artists will share their musical journeys, creative processes and what it means to navigate the music industry as women. Expect thoughtful insights, personal experiences and a behind-the-scenes look at the realities of building a career in music.
Each attendee will receive a curated swag bag filled with goodies to take home!
Perfect for music lovers, aspiring artists and anyone passionate about supporting women in the arts. Come early, grab a drink and settle in for an inspiring night of stories and song.
Thanks to our sponsors & partners: Rocky View Private Health Care, Skn Loft, Found Books & Shop, Pink Wand Cochrane, Salted

Hair of the Dog
2026-03-21 17:30 - 21:00 | The Venu Music Sportsbar & Grill, 79 East Railway Street, Cochrane, Alberta, T4C 2C1, Canada
Join the Cochrane & Area Humane Society for an unforgettable night at the 12th Annual Hair Of The Dog fundraiser!
Enjoy an evening filled with live music, exciting entertainment, raffles, silent and live auctions, and so much more, all supporting a great cause.
Every ticket helps the Cochrane & Area Humane Society continue its mission of saving lives and changing the lives of animals in need.
Come raise a glass, have some fun, and make a difference for our furry friends!

Found Sounds Vol 4: Justine Vandergrift
2026-03-28 19:30 - 21:30 | Found Book Shop, 206 1st Street W, Cochrane, AB
Tickets & More Details HERE
Found Books & Shop is partnering with Blue Willow Entertainment to bring you Found Sounds: a bi-monthly music series blending live performance with intimate conversation.
Think Tiny Desk meets cozy listening room, with a touch of podcast-style storytelling. Each event features a different musical artist who not only shares their songs but also the stories, inspirations, and creative process behind them. The result? An up-close, personal evening where music and conversation flow together in a way that feels both raw and inspiring. Perfect for music lovers, curious minds, and anyone who craves connection through art, Found Sounds transforms our bookstore into a warm, one-of-a-kind listening space.
March 28th, 2026 we welcome Justine Vandergrift to the stage.
With a growing body of studio albums, authentic writing, rich, evocative vocals, smart collaborations and sure-footed production values, Justine Vandergrift has evolved from craft to impressive artistry. Traces of Patsy Cline, Patty Griffin, Bonnie Raitt and other country influences inform her brand of rootsy Canadiana, while national and European tours further establish her as a rising star in Alberta’s musical firmament. “Justine Vandergrift is an emerging artist with that most precious and rare gift – an original voice. It’s hard to capture such things in words but hearing is believing. “. -Stephen Fearing “Occasionally a new artist emerges that immediately demands respect and attention. Justine Vandergrift is one such artist. She will make a solid impact on anyone who has the privilege of hearing her songs.” -Bill Bourne “Every once in a while, we’ll come across an artist who truly connects us to their spirit. Sometimes it happens in a large concert setting and sometimes, as in my case, it happens around a campfire. With only one song, Justine displayed her ethereal voice and imaginative lyrics to connect with with those of us privileged to be there. It was my wish that someday people might share in what we felt that night. A true artist deserving of much wider recognition!” -Jay Amar “Justine’s debut album ‘Yes Alright Ok’ is full of brilliant songwriting, great, thoughtful lyrics and very convincing melodies.”  –Peter Holmsedt (Hemifran Music, Sweden.) ‘In an industry glutted with splash in the pan artists, Justine Vandergrift stands out as a genuine talent who is in the music business for the long haul.’ -Rhea March, Host & Producer of ‘Almost Famous’ on CKUA Radio Network and ‘It Takes A Village’ on CJSR Radio.

Concert: Dominique Adams & Jacob Brodovsky
2026-04-10 18:45 - 22:00 | Found Book Shop, 206 1st Street W, Cochrane, AB
Found Books & Shop is excited to welcome back to the stage Dominique Adams & Jacob Brodovsky April 10th, 2026!!
A concert at Found is focused on artistry over spectacle.

Books line the walls, creating a creative, reflective setting
The crowd often includes writers, readers, artists, and music lovers
The tone is attentive and respectful—people really listen
Found is a licensed establishment & has a coffee bar – grab a glass of wine, latte or beer & settle in

Dominique Adams is a Winnipeg-based contemporary folk artist. Driving Dominique’s artistry is her lush and thoughtful approach to song writing, in tandem with her vocals – singular and iconic, inviting and heartfelt. Her debut full-length album Titled To Keep, was recorded in spring of 2024 with friends Liam Duncan (Boy Golden), Austin Parachoniak (Boy Golden, Del Barber), and Keiran Placatka (William Prince, Leith Ross). It was released on July 18th 2025 with Birthday Cake Records, and saw her play Winnipeg Folk Fest, and spend multiple weeks on college and satellite radio charts.

Jacob Brodovsky is a singer-songwriter from Winnipeg, Manitoba, Treaty One Territory. He writes songs about feelings, the people who have them, the places that create them, and the fears we have about them. Jacob’s debut full length album I Love You and I’m Sorry earned him a 2024 Canadian Folk Music Award for English Songwriter of the Year. Jacob’s sophomore LP Tell The Kids We Tried is out July 10th on Make My Day Records. It was recorded with producers Gavin Gardiner and Champagne James Robinson (MOONRIIVR), crafting a contemporary folk record that tugs at the heartstrings while recounting Jacob’s steadfastly hopeful approach to losing the community he’d known his whole life.

After meeting by chance at a house show, the Dom an Jacob accidentally wrote an album together and began collaborating on each others solo work. When Dom and Jacob bring their respective voices and writing styles together, they write intimate and thoughtful songs born out a true collaborative partnership

Shane Pendergast in Concert
2026-04-16 18:45 - 22:00 | Found Book Shop, 206 1st Street W, Cochrane, AB
Live on the Found Stage: April 16, 2026
There’s something special about music at Found (if we don’t say so ourselves). This comes from the way the room gathers around a voice, how the lights soften, how neighbours and strangers end up sharing a table and a moment. Our stage was built for nights exactly like this: intimate, close-up, and filled with that electric hush you only get when live music feels personal.
On April 16, we welcome Shane Pendergast to the Found Stage.
Shane Pendergast is a folksinger from Tracadie Cross, Prince Edward Island. Hailing from a long lineage of storytellers and musicians in Prince Edward Island, he is keeping the Maritime folk tradition alive with his honest and insightful compositions. From acclaimed folk festivals across the world to the small halls of PEI, Shane has cemented himself as one of Atlantic Canada’s finest folk troubadours. His 2021 album ‘Second Wind” won Contemporary Roots Album of the Year at the Music PEI Awards. Shane released his fourth album “Winter Grace” in January of 2025.

Expect a cozy winter night of music, wine, and community – the kind of evening that reminds you why live music matters and why this little stage in Cochrane, Alberta has become such a beloved spot.
More About Shane Pendergast:
Shane Pendergast has folk music in his blood. Hailing from a long lineage of storytellers and musicians on Prince Edward Island, Shane carries the Maritime folk tradition forward with his honest and insightful compositions. From the intimate halls of PEI to celebrated folk festivals across the globe, he has cemented his reputation as one of Atlantic Canada’s finest folk troubadours.
Shane’s 2021 album, Second Wind, won Contemporary Roots Album of the Year at the Music PEI Awards, solidifying his place in the folk music scene. His 2023 live album, The House Before the Bridge, was recognized with a nomination for Roots/Traditional Album of the Year at the East Coast Music Awards. In 2025, Shane released his fourth album, Winter Grace, an ethereal offering inspired by the Maritime landscape and a moment of skating on a frozen bay.
Through evocative storytelling and intricate guitar stylings, Shane Pendergast captures the essence of life in the Maritimes, weaving themes of community, history, and nature into every song.

NIYA by Vee - Concert at FOUND
2026-04-24 18:45 - 22:00 | Found Book Shop, 206 1st Street W, Cochrane, AB
Found Books & Shop is excited to welcome back to the stage VEE April 24th!!!
A concert at Found is focused on artistry over spectacle.

Books line the walls, creating a creative, reflective setting
The crowd often includes writers, readers, artists, and music lovers
The tone is attentive and respectful—people really listen
Found is a licensed establishment & has a coffee bar – grab a glass of wine, latte or beer & settle in

VEE is an Alberta – based Cree, multi-disciplinary artist. She is registered and a member of Cowessess FN in SK.She interweaves land, Indigenous identity, history, and language throughout her dance and music creation/performance practice. A classically trained flutist, she holds a Bachelor of Music degree from the University of Calgary and an MFA in Contemporary Arts from Simon Fraser University.
What to Expect:
NIYA is her new solo show of electric flute sounds, synths, and spoken word. Songs evoke inner landscapes of love, identity, and loss. In her signature storytelling woven with humor, she invites audiences into her intimate world-scape of soothing sounds, upbeat piano, and lyric flute melodies.

New West Symphony & Chorus
2026-04-29 17:30 - 21:00 | Cochrane Alliance Church, 902 Glenbow Drive, Cochrane, Alberta, Canada
Join us for an evening of music with the New West Symphony & Chorus!
Saturday April 29th at Cochrane Alliance Church. Doors open at 5:30pm.
Enter your bid at our silent auction to start off the evening or shop our merchandise table from 5:30pm to 6:30pm.
Aurelia brand T-shirts, Coffee, Tote Bags, Candles, and Journals are available for purchase.
Concert starts at 6:30pm.
Proceeds go towards supporting the work of the Cochrane Pregnancy Care Centre.
Purchase your tickets below on Eventbrite!

Found Sounds Vol 5: Ryan Lindsay
2026-05-30 19:30 - 21:30 | Found Book Shop, 206 1st Street W, Cochrane, AB
Tickets & More Details HERE
Found Books & Shop is partnering with Blue Willow Entertainment to bring you Found Sounds: a bi-monthly music series blending live performance with intimate conversation.
Think Tiny Desk meets cozy listening room, with a touch of podcast-style storytelling. Each event features a different musical artist who not only shares their songs but also the stories, inspirations, and creative process behind them. The result? An up-close, personal evening where music and conversation flow together in a way that feels both raw and inspiring. Perfect for music lovers, curious minds, and anyone who craves connection through art, Found Sounds transforms our bookstore into a warm, one-of-a-kind listening space.
May 30th,2026 we welcome Ryan Lindsay to the stage.
Songwriter and storyteller Ryan Lindsay is a CCMA nominee, and 5x Country Music Alberta award winner. A genuine outdoorsman, he is deeply influenced by his background as a backcountry guide and growing up in the Prairies. Lindsay’s sound contains a clear nod towards classic country and roots music. Ryan Lindsay’s voice has a presence that is reminiscent of ’90s country, and his catalogue of songs include a diverse mix of instrumentation – from acoustic-driven bluegrassy ballads to up-tempo songs with gritty Telecaster and steel guitar. As a showman Ryan Lindsay is loud and proud about his love for country and roots music. He carries a captivating energy on stage that create

BOW VALLEY BOOT STOMP 2026
2026-07-24 17:00 - 2026-07-25 02:00, 2026-07-25 17:00 - 2026-07-26 02:00 | Cochrane AG Society Grounds
Experience Cochrane’s own high-energy, small-town country music festival this July 24 & 25, 2026 in Cochrane, Alberta!
Bow Valley Boot Stomp brings live country music, local vendors, and family-friendly fun to Cochrane for two unforgettable days. With shorter lines, plenty of space, and a friendly, safe atmosphere, it’s perfect for families, friends, and country fans of all ages.
Early-bird tickets available until April 30th! Ticket Info

BUY TICKETS HERE: I’M GOING TO BOW VALLEY BOOT STOMP 2026!

Main Stage Headliners
Friday, July 24: Shawnee Kish

An Indigenous Alberta singer-songwriter blending country, soul, and roots. Four-time JUNO nominee and 2025 Country Music Alberta Awards Female Artist of the Year nominee.
Saturday, July 25: The Prairie States

Modern country band with a rock edge. Twelve-time CMAA winners and have shared stages with Keith Urban, Brothers Osborne, and Lainey Wilson.
With Main Stage Performances From
Mariya Stokes | Dawson Gray | Morgan Klaiber | Taylor-Rae | Travis Pickering | Ashley Ghostkeeper
After Party Performances
Brayden King | Nik Poli
Festival Highlights
-> Vendor Marketplace – shop local makers & artisans
-> Food Trucks & Beer Gardens
-> Activation Stations
-> Onsite Camping
-> Community stage (details soon)
-> Barn Dance After Parties – the party doesn’t end when the headliners leave
Bow Valley Boot Stomp celebrates emerging Canadian talent, fair gender representation, and the kind of small-town festival experience rooted in connection, storytelling, and hometown charm. Produced locally by an all-female team, you won’t want to miss BVBS 2026
Grab your tickets today and join us in Cochrane for a weekend of music, fun, and community!
Follow @bowvalleybootstomp on social media, or visit bootstomp.ca for more details. Sponsorship & vendor opportunities available.

Bow Valley Boot Stomp Holiday Concert
2026-12-12 - 2026-12-13 | The Lions Event Centre, 109 5th Avenue, Cochrane, Alberta, Canada
Fundraiser concert – more information to come!
