ELORA – Riverfest Elora has announced its 2025 lineup.
In a media release Wednesday, the three-day summer festival announced City and Colour, Fitz and the Tantrums, and Silversun Pickups will headline the 15th anniversary of the festival set for August 15th-17th.
“This lineup is one of my all-time favourites,” says Spencer Shewen, Riverfest Elora’s Creative Director in a media release. “For our 15th year, we went all in – bringing together an electrifying mix of artists and genres that feels like the ultimate festival mixtape.”
Officials say attendees can expect three days of live music, art, 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!”
The headliners include:
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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.
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Fitz and the Tantrums (Saturday) – The infectious indie-pop hitmakers bring the energy and anthems, sure to make all of Bissell handclap!
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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.
The full 2025 lineup includes:
Friday, August 15
Silversun Pickups • Wheatus • Marcy Playground • Danny Michel • Cam Kahin • Fionn • Emmett Watters • Peter Piper • Rivercital
After Parties: Lemon Bucket Orkestra • The Friendly Frogs Freak Show • Cadence Weapon (DJ Set) • Chinese Medicine
Saturday, August 16
Fitz and the Tantrums • Tune-Yards • Dear Rouge • Yukon Blonde • Tom Wilson • Moontricks • Aviv • War On Women • Slash Need • Tony McManus • Gavin McLeod • The J-Strokes • The Boo Radley Project’s Karaoke Live! • Adrian Jones & His Big Bag O’ Ukes • Yoga with Tania and Grace • Peter Piper
After Parties: Wannabe • DJ Alias • Absolute Losers • Gavin McLeod
Sunday, August 17
City and Colour • The Philharmonik • Rich Aucoin • Grae • Michie Mee • Delhi 2 Dublin • Le Couleur • Midnight Cowgirls • Spencer Burton • ASKO • Chris Clark • Drop Dead Poppies • Settlers Creek Band • Adrian Jones & His Big Bag O’ Ukes • Yoga with Tania and Grace • Peter Piper
Wrap Party: U.N. Jefferson • Yukon Blonde (DJ Set)
Also this year, the festival says Dine Alone Records is back in Bissell Park for the first time since 2019 to celebrate their 20th anniversary.
Stop by their festival store for exclusive merch, vinyl, and surprises. This year’s lineup features Dine Alone artists City and Colour, Yukon Blonde, Cam Kahin, ASKO, Spencer Burton, AVIV, and Gavin McLeod.
For tickets & the full lineup visit www.riverfestelora.com
