July 11, 2025 – 5:30 pm to
July 13, 2025 – 9:30 pm
On sale: NOW!
WRISTBAND POLICY: At the time of the event, you must exchange your Rock The Lake ticket for a wristband. Wristbands MUST be affixed directly onto a wrist. There will be no option to pick up additional wristbands.
A 3 Day Weekend Pass is for 1 patron for the full weekend, this ticket cannot be split into 3 single days.
Rock The Lake 2025
The three-day festival will be held from July 11–13, 2025, outside Prospera Place in Kelowna, B.C.
Featuring: Matthew Good and His Band, Dear Rouge, Crash Test Dummies, Simple Plan, The Sheepdogs, Sam Roberts Band, Down With Webster, local bands CrushXO and Lucky Monkey, plus more to be announced!
Matthew Good and His Band, the celebrated multi-platinum artist known for evocative lyrics and powerful stage presence, will showcase Matthew Good’s extensive catalogue of hits, including anthems from his time with the Matthew Good Band and his successful solo career. Fans can look forward to a performance filled with raw emotion and the intellectual depth that defines his music.
Dear Rouge, the JUNO Award-winning duo of Drew and Danielle McTaggart, will bring their infectious energy and alternative rock anthems to the festival. Known for their dynamic live performances and chart-topping singles like “Fake Fame” and “I Heard I Had,” Dear Rouge is guaranteed to get the crowd moving.
Crash Test Dummies add a touch of 90s nostalgia and their unmistakable sound. With a career highlighted by global hits like “Mmm, Mmm, Mmm, Mmm” and “Superman’s Song,” the band, featuring Brad Roberts’s distinctive baritone, promises a performance that is both familiar and captivating.
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 bands announced. 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.
Festival updates, lineup announcements, and more 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.
Level up your Rock The Lake Weekend with our VIP Experience!
A VIP 3-Day Pass offers more than just access. Skip the crowds and lines, get closer to the stage, and experience the festival in a way that feels effortless. Whether it’s relaxing in a shaded lounge, enjoying a drink without the wait, or getting right up to the front for your favorite set, VIP means never missing a beat. What’s included:
● Access to the tented VIP area with patio misters, premium lounge atmosphere, and direct sight lines to the stage
● Front-of-stage access
● A private VIP bar with elevated beverage offerings
● Complimentary Lite bites
● Separate and early entry into the festival (30 mins before GA doors)
● In-and-out access to the VIP area and grounds
● Private VIP washrooms
● Exclusive VIP lanyard pass
● RTL 2025 merch
● PLUS MORE!
Rock The Lake 2025 Partners Up With Kelowna Professional Firefighters Charitable Society Through GSL Group’s Canadian Wildfire Prevention Foundation
Rock The Lake (RTL) is excited to announce a new partnership with the Kelowna Professional Firefighters Charitable Society (KPFCS) through GSL Group’s Canadian Wildfire Prevention Foundation. GSL Group, which owns and operates Prospera Place and Rock The Lake music festival, recognized the increasing threat that wildfires pose to homes and residents in the Okanagan and found the ideal partner to support in the Kelowna Professional Firefighters Charitable Society.
Rock The Lake, taking place from July 11-13 outside Prospera Place in Kelowna, acknowledges the region’s resilience in facing wildfire challenges and remains committed to supporting the community that has embraced the festival for the past eight years. The festival will donate one dollar from each ticket or pass sold to the cause, and proceeds from limited edition RTL X Kelowna Fire Department merchandise and various on-site festival activities to fire prevention and fire relief efforts. Furthermore, GSL Group has committed to match a $5000 donation if the fundraising efforts reach that amount.