All the stars coming to Edmonton's new rock music festival this summer

The inaugural Rockin’ Thunder Music Festival is coming to Edmonton this summer, and it’s bringing a huge lineup of music superstars to town.

Some of the biggest names in rock music will take over the Exhibition Lands Racetrack from July 11 to 12.

The all-ages, open-air festival is billed as a celebration of decades of rock, with a lineup of rock legends and alt-rock icons. General admission tickets are on sale for single days or the entire weekend, with several ticketing options to choose from.

 

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“We’ve always dreamed of bringing a rock lineup of this calibre to the Prairies, and with the incredible energy and love for music that defines Canada’s Festival City, it felt like the perfect time,” said Troy Vollhoffer, CEO of Rockin’ Thunder Music Festivals, in a previous release.

“Alberta music fans are among the most passionate in the world, and we’re beyond thrilled to finally bring the first-ever Rockin’ Thunder festival to Edmonton.”

The first act of each day will take the stage at 2:30 p.m., with headliners set to perform starting at 9 p.m.

Def Leppard and Bret Michaels (Rockin’ Thunder Music Festival)

This year’s Rockin’ Thunder Music Festival begins on Friday, July 11. Get ready to rock out with:

• Def Leppard
• Joan Jett & The Blackhearts
• Bret Michaels
• Toque
• Queensrÿche

The next day’s lineup is no slouch either, with performers including:

• Weezer
• Stone Temple Pilots
• Sam Roberts Band
• The Trews
• Default

Rockin’ Thunder Music Festival

While you’re dancing and singing along to hits like “Buddy Holly” and “Pour Some Sugar On Me,” it’s important to stay hydrated and nourished. That’s why we’re excited to hear there will be several food vendors on site as well as bars serving up beer, cocktails, soda, and water.

Tickets for Rockin’ Thunder Music Festival are on sale now.

Rockin’ Thunder

When: July 11 to 12, 2025
Where: Exhibition Lands Racetrack — 7515 118th Ave. NW, Edmonton
Tickets: Various prices. Children 10 and under are free in general admission areas with a ticket-holding adult. Purchase online