RIVERFEST ELORA DROPS STACKED LINEUP TO CELEBRATE 15TH ANNIVERSARY
Riverfest Elora is celebrating its 15th anniversary with a bang, bringing a stellar slate of mega Canadian and international artists and up-and-coming gems to Ontario’s most beautiful village.
“This lineup is one of my all-time favourites,” says Spencer Shewen, Riverfest Elora’s Creative Director. “For our 15th year, we went all in — bringing together an electrifying mix of artists and genres that feels like the ultimate festival mixtape.”
Since 2009, Riverfest has honed its reputation as the can’t miss party of the summer, blending chart-topping headliners, Can-Con royalty, bands about to make it big and local icons. Expect three days of live music, beautiful art, incredible food and drink and that signature Riverfest energy — all set against the breathtaking backdrop of the mighty Grand River.
“Riverfest Elora is more than just performances — it’s an opportunity to bring the community together to share in the art and music that inspire us.” says newly-appointed Festival Manager Sonia Cheng. “The festival is built on the passion of our 500+ volunteers who make it all happen. We can’t wait to celebrate our big 15th anniversary with all of you!”
2025 HEADLINERS
- City and Colour (Sunday) – Indie-folk legend Dallas Green returns to Bissell after his heralded 2019 performance. This time, he’s celebrating 20 years of his breathtaking debut record Sometimes.
- Fitz and the Tantrums (Saturday) – The infectious indie-pop hitmakers bring the energy and anthems, sure to make all of Bissell handclap!
- Silversun Pickups (Friday) – The Grammy-nominated alternative rock heavyweights kick off the festival in style, with their lone Ontario stop on a massive North American tour.
FESTIVAL HIGHLIGHTS
- Friday, August 15 – Silversun Pickups headline with Wheatus, Marcy Playground, Danny Michel, Cam Kahin, and more.
- Saturday, August 16 – Fitz and The Tantrums take the stage with Tune-Yards, Dear Rouge, Yukon Blonde, Tom Wilson, and Moontricks.
- Sunday, August 17 – City and Colour closes the festival alongside The Philharmonik, Rich Aucoin, Michie Mee, Grae, and others.
- Dine Alone Records returns for the first time since 2019.
- Local talent on full display – Featuring Grae, Emmett Watters, Danny Michel, Tony McManus, The Boo Radley Project’s Karaoke Live!, Chris Clark, Settlers Creek Band, The J-Strokes and Drop Dead Poppies.
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