Bass Coast Festival is an independent, artist-owned electronic music and art festival celebrating nearly two decades of community, creativity, and inclusive celebration. The 18th edition in 2026 takes place July 10-13 near Merritt, British Columbia, approximately 2 hours from Vancouver, continuing the festival's tradition of boutique scale, small crowds, and immersive artistic experiences.

The festival features 150+ artists performing across five distinct stages—The Cabin, Slay Bay, Somewhere, Nowhere, and Slowtempo—showcasing diverse electronic music genres including house, techno, dubstep, drum and bass, UK garage, breakbeat, deep house, and ambient. The 2026 lineup includes both renowned international talent like Daphni (electronic producer and DJ), Cinthie (Berlin Queen of House), and Detroit house pioneer DJ Minx, alongside emerging artists. Bass Coast's artist alumni across its history span 400+ performers, creating one of Canada's most respected electronic music venues.

What distinguishes Bass Coast is its commitment to inclusive, safe community spaces. As described by featured artist Fred P, "It is about art, community and getting down in an inclusive way." The festival operates on a philosophy of presenting both local and international talent in a supportive environment where authentic expression is prioritized. General admission tickets are CAD $469, with early entry options from CAD $119-$175, camping options ranging from general camping to bell tents (CAD $1,155–$1,949), and the Bass Shuttle Program offering affordable roundtrip or one-way transportation from Olympic Village Skytrain Station in Vancouver with priority gate entry and professional drivers.