The summer music festival season of 2025 is shaping up to be an exciting time for music lovers across Canada, with major events taking place including the Ottawa Bluesfest, the festival Les grands crus musicaux de Saguenay, and the renowned Festival d'été de Québec (FEQ).
Starting with the Ottawa Bluesfest, this festival is set to run from July 10 to July 20, 2025, showcasing artists ranging from rock to reggae and everything in-between. Highlighting this year’s eclectic lineup are popular names such as Hozier, Green Day, Kaytranada, and Shania Twain. Mark Monahan, the director of Ottawa Bluesfest, expressed enthusiasm about the event, stating, "Lorsque nous avons lancé le Ottawa Bluesfest en 1994, notre objectif était de proposer une expérience de festival inoubliable..." This commitment to providing quality performances is evident as they welcome both established acts and rising stars from various genres.
The festival serves as a prominent stage for local talent as well, featuring artists like Alicia Moffet and Men I Trust, alongside the punk trio Les Shirleys from Montreal. Country music will also be prominently featured, with performances by artists such as Lainey Wilson and Canadian country star Shania Twain, whose sixth album, Queen of Me, was released just last year.
Meanwhile, fans of punk rock should mark July 3 on their calendars as Billy Talent and Bad Religion kick off the festival Les grands crus musicaux de Saguenay. This festival is organized to span two weekends, from July 3 to July 5 and then continuing from July 10 to July 12. With more names expected to be announced weekly leading up to the event, anticipation is high for who else might join the lineup.
FEQ, another hallmark of summer festivities, runs from July 3 to 13, 2025. The organizers are set to announce the lineup on March 2025, with past experiences indicating high demand for passes. A report by Jennifer Gravel from Noovo Info detailed the organized approach surrounding ticket sales: "La billetterie en ligne pour le FEQ 2025 ouvre mercredi à midi..." Given the popularity of FEQ, passes will likely sell out quickly, and the festival has implemented measures to combat scalping by limiting purchases to four general admission passes per transaction, ensuring fair access for fans.
Each of these festivals promises not just thrilling performances but also artistic diversity, with genres appealing to various musical tastes from rock to R&B. Concert-goers can look forward to memorable performances from beloved artists, new up-and-comers, and captivating acts across multiple stages.
With the festival season drawing nearer, fans are encouraged to keep their eyes open for announcements and ticket releases to secure their chance to be part of these highly anticipated musical events.