Rock The Lake 2026

2026 Rock The Lake

July 10 – 12, 2026

Rock The Lake is Kelowna’s premier summer rock festival, uniting fans of all ages for a celebration of music in the heart of our sunny downtown. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Okanagan Valley, RTL combines legendary performers, rising talent, and community spirit into an unforgettable weekend. This is rock for everyone: loud, local, and unmistakably Kelowna.

ARTISTS ANNOUNCED:

Considered one of the most influential Canadian alternative bands of the 21st century, Alexisonfire, co-led by City & Colour’s Dallas Green, are currently touring to celebrate the 20th anniversary of their Platinum-selling album Crisis. The band earned multiple Juno Awards and has built a multi-decade-long reputation for their high-impact live show.

Juno Award-winning Cameron Whitcomb recently won over fans in Kelowna with a powerful performance at the 2025 Canadian Country Music Association Awards (CCMAs), hosted at Prospera Place this past September, where Whitcomb took home both the Breakthrough Artist and Fans’ Choice awards.

Also from BC are platinum-selling post-grunge alt-rockers Default, led by Dallas Smith. With a catalogue of radio hits and crowd-pleasing anthems, the band remains a defining voice of a generation of Canadian rock.

No stranger to Rock The Lake, April Wine ties the festival to its classic rock roots. With decades of international success, induction into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame, and a deep catalogue of radio staples, the band remains a touring force.

They’re joined by another Rock The Lake classic rock fan favourite, Glass Tiger, who received a Grammy nomination in 1987, and have been on the road cementing their place as one of Canada’s most successful pop-rock imports to this day.

Completing the second wave of artists is high-energy tribute act, The Hip Replacements, highlighting the legacy of beloved Canadian rock band The Tragically Hip. Keeping the spirit of The Hip alive, they’ll bring singalong anthems to life under the Kelowna sun. Rock The Lake Music Festival is excited to reveal that Canadian alt-rock legends.

More artists to be announced soon!

MORE ABOUT THE FESTIVAL:

RTL brings three days of rock to the heart of Kelowna for the ninth year, but it’s more than just music. Before you Rock The Lake, rock around Kelowna. Just outside the gates, you can explore all downtown Kelowna has to offer, from great eats and craft beer to hidden gems and beautiful beaches, just steps from the festival.

GA and VIP festival passes are available now!

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Battle of the Bands

April 24 & 25, 2026

Rock The Lake and Red Bird Brewing are excited to host the second annual Battle of the Bands on April 24 & 25, 2026. Ten finalists will be competing to perform at Rock The Lake Music Festival this summer during the Battle of the Bands at Red Bird Brewing.

Every night, the audience and a panel of judges will help determine the two winners from this group of finalists. Both winning bands will earn paid spots at Rock The Lake, outside Prospera Place in downtown Kelowna, from July 10 – 12.

Tickets for the 2026 Battle of the Bands are available now!

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Phone: 250-762-5050

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Random Line-Up/Lottery Draw Policy for Select Your Ticket On Sales

Upon arrival please wait to receive a numbered ticket. Tickets will be handed out starting 90 minutes prior to the on-sale time until 35 minutes prior to the on-sale time. Once you’ve received a numbered ticket, you are not required to remain on the premises; however you must be present 30 minutes prior to the on sale time for the random ticket draw. 30 minutes prior to the on-sale a number will be drawn and that person will become first in line with all those numbers after that lining up sequentially behind. Those that have a number that precedes the first number drawn will go to the end of the line. This process is to ensure consumer fairness.

Once you have your position in line please have your method of payment ready.

Purchasing online at www.selectyourtickets.com is the recommended method of purchase for this or any show at Prospera Place. Thank you for your patronage.

Prospera Place has dedicated accessible seating areas available for guests with disabilities. Accessible seating is located at various vantage points in the arena, depending on the type of event and seating configuration.

One attendant/companion ticket may be sold with each accessible ticket, based on availability. Guests can contact the Select Your Tickets box office at 250-762-5050 for information regarding the availability of accessible seating. Please inform your ticket seller of any special needs you may have that require accommodation when purchasing your ticket.

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