Summer is just about here, which means it’s time to take advantage of the longer days and let the good times roll. If attending a concert is on your summer 2025 bucket list, do yourself one better by attending one of the many music festivals across Alberta.
No matter what genre you prefer, there’s something for everyone this summer. Here’s a glimpse of what — and more importantly, who — will be rolling into Wild Rose Country until the end of August.
This Calgary classic is for the cool kids. Catch headliners like Yaya Bey, Tops, Zola Jesus, and more at diverse venues across the city.
When: June 18 to 22, 2025
Where: Multiple venues in Calgary
Canada’s longest running all-Canadian music festival is back for its latest iteration, featuring names Blackie and the Rodeo Kings, 54-40, and more.
When: June 20 and 21, 2025
Where: Four Seasons Park — Box 3280 Station Main, Beaumont
Ya like jazz? Then head on down to one of the many Edmonton venues playing the best of modern jazz music across the nine-day festival.
When: June 21 to 29, 2025
Where: Multiple venues in Edmonton
When the Badlands Music Festival arrives, you know it’s truly summer. Let the good times roll with Disclosure, RL Grime, Zedd, and more.
When: July 3 to 13, 2025
Where: 725 9th Ave. SW, Calgary
Despite the name, there’s music for everyone at the Cowboys Music Festival. This year’s headliners include Macklemore, Thomas Rhett, Fall Out Boy, and The Chainsmokers. Can I get a yee-haw?
When: July 3 to 13, 2025
Where: Cowboys Park — 1220 9th Ave. SW, Calgary
It’s the most fun you can have with your boots on! Enjoy ten days of shows at Nashville North, the Coca-Cola Stage, the Big Four Roadhouse, and the Saddledome.
When: July 4 to 13, 2025
Where: Stampede Park, Calgary
Enjoy the rock of yesterday and today with Pat Benatar + Neil Giraldo, Tom Cochrane, J.D. Fortune Rocks INXS, and JJ Wilde at Prince’s Island Park.
When: July 9, 2025
Where: Prince’s Island Park — 698 Eau Claire Ave. SW, Calgary
KDays means 10 days of rides, games, and of course, fantastic live music. Catch bands like Bad Religion, July Talk, Marianas Trench, and Walk Off the Earth free with admission.
When: July 18 to 27, 2025
Where: Edmonton EXPO Centre & Exhibition Grounds — 7515 118 Ave., Edmonton
The beloved music extravaganza is back and features the likes of Dengue Fever, Sierra Ferrell, Skinny Dyck, and other indie acts.
When: July 24 to 27, 2025
Where: Prince’s Island Park — 698 Eau Claire Ave. SW, Calgary
It’s always a good time at the Big Valley Jamboree, where country legends and up-and-comers alike have a chance to shine. This year’s headliners include Bailey Zimmerman, Blake Shelton, Jason Aldean, and Ashley McBryde.
When: July 31 to Aug. 3, 2025
Where: 4250 Exhibition Dr., Camrose
Summer’s not over yet! Chase that warm-weather feeling at Calgary’s iconic EDM festival, where headliners include KX5, Loud Luxury, Black Tiger Sex Machine, and more.
When: Aug. 2 and 3, 2025
Where: Max Bell Centre Festival Grounds — 1001 Barlow Trail SE, Calgary
Edmonton Folk Music Festival is back for 2025, and while the lineup isn’t released until the end of May, history indicates that it’s sure to be fantastic.
When: Aug. 7 to 10, 2025
Where: Gallagher Park — 9505 96th Ave. NW, Edmonton
Hope you didn’t retire your cowboy hat quite yet, because this honky-tonkin’ festival requires one last hoe-down. Dance your boots off to performances by Cody Johnson, Old Dominion, and many more.
When: Aug. 15 to 17, 2025
Where: The Confluence — 740 9th Ave. SE, Calgary
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