Cape Breton Island 
Get Ready to Rock the Fiddle at Sydney Waterfront in Cape Breton!
Mark your calendars, music lovers! Rock the Fiddle festival is making a triumphant return to the Sydney Waterfront in Cape Breton from August 10-12, 2023.
Prepare to be dazzled by a stellar lineup of homegrown talent and renowned Canadian acts, all brought together by Rock the Fiddle Events.
This year’s event promises three days of non-stop musical magic, with performances that will have you tapping your feet and dancing the night away.
So who’s on the bill? Let’s take a sneak peek at the amazing lineup:
Thursday, August 10: Kickoff the evening with Andre Pettipas and the Giants, followed by the electrifying sounds of Rock Ranger and The Villages. And if that’s not enough, Matt Mays & El Torpedo will take the stage to blow your musical senses away.
Friday, August 11: The Men of the Deeps will serenade you with their soul-stirring voices, while The Privateers and Island Girls will keep the maritime spirit alive. Brace yourself for the infectious melodies of the Jimmy Rankin Band, making sure you never leave the dance floor.
Saturday, August 12: Get ready to groove to the sensational tunes of Jordyn Crocker and Hearts of Kin. RG Schaller and the Peacemakers will captivate you with their soulful performances, and Fire Valley Fire will bring the heat with their high-energy rock. The enchanting Serena Ryder will grace the stage, ensuring the festival ends on a perfect note.
Limited ‘Early Bird’ weekend passes go on sale this Friday, May 26, at 10 a.m. Don’t miss out because they will sell out faster than a guitar riff! Early bird weekend passes are priced at $140 (plus applicable service fee & tax).
Regular-priced weekend passes and general admission day passes will be available starting Sunday, May 28 at noon. Weekend passes will be $170 (plus applicable service fee & tax), while general admission day passes can be purchased for $70 (plus applicable service fee & tax).
The gates open each evening at 5:30 p.m., and the show will kick off at 6:30 p.m. It’s important to note that this event is open to all ages, but there will be a licensed 19+ area for those looking to enjoy a refreshing beverage while enjoying the music.
Rock the Fiddle
Thursday, August 10
Andre Pettipas and the Giants
Rock Ranger
The Villages
Matt Mays & El Torpedo
Friday, August 11
Men of the Deeps
The Privateers
Island Girls
Jimmy Rankin Band
Saturday, August 12
Jordyn Crocker
Hearts of Kin
RG Schaller and the Peacemakers
Fire Valley Fire
Serena Ryder
Where: Sydney Waterfront, Sydney in Cape Breton
How Much: Early bird weekend passes are $140 plus applicable service fee & tax.
Weekend passes: $170 plus applicable service fee & tax
Day pass: $70 plus applicable service fee & tax.
Limited ‘Early Bird’ weekend passes will be available for purchase, beginning this Friday, May 26 at 10 a.m. to Sunday, May 28 at 12 noon (or until they sell out).
Is there assigned seating for the Sydney Waterfront Concert or do you bring your own chairs to the concert.
Thanks
Carol
No information on website — https://rockthefiddleevents.com/faq/