Following a hugely successful 2024 edition featuring acts like Our Lady Peace and Tom Cochrane, RTL 2025 aims to continue its tradition of delivering exceptional entertainment experiences in the Okanagan, with more variety of rock than ever before. Fans can expect more exciting news in the coming weeks as the festival team rolls out even more artists to pack the weekend, exciting partners who will help elevate the experience, and additional information about VIP passes.
Simple Plan, the Montreal-based band known for pop-punk anthems like “Perfect” and “Welcome to My Life,” will lead the charge at RTL this summer. With an energetic stage presence and a catalogue of hits, Simple Plan will bring high-energy nostalgia to the RTL stage on Saturday night.
The Sheepdogs, from Saskatoon, bring their classic rock vibes and signature harmonies to Kelowna. Known for “I Don’t Know” and “Feeling Good,” the band’s retro rock sound will add a laid-back, feel-good atmosphere to the festival.
Sam Roberts Band will bring their renowned live show and history of hit songs to the stage. From “Brother Down” to “Afterlife”, it will be a powerful non-stop rock ’n roll event.
Toronto’s Down With Webster will get the party going with genre-blending sound and catchy tracks like “Your Man” and “Whoa Is Me.” Expect dynamic performances, danceable beats, and an electrifying live set.
Local Battle of the Bands winners CrushXO and Lucky Monkey will join the four bands announced today. The winners earned their spots on the RTL 2025 lineup through the competition at Red Bird Brewing on February 28 and March 1, 2025. The event, which intended to add one emerging local band to the bill of established artists, showcased such great talent that organizers ultimately chose to add a second winner.
A limited amount of first-release 3-day festival passes are available for $169+fees until supplies last. Fans can book now to take advantage of the limited-time price on selectyourtickets.com.
Festival updates, lineup announcements, and ticket sale details, including VIP, will be shared on rtlkelowna.com. To stay up to date on festival announcements, follow Rock The Lake on Facebook, Instagram, or X. Fans can also tune in to K 96.3 for exclusive Rock The Lake content and the latest news on the festival.
