Riverfest Elora is cruising back to the banks of the Grand River this summer, and the 14th edition is packed with a fabulous lineup.
Kicking off on Friday, August 16th, the festival promises a legendary start with folk punk icons Violent Femmes headlining, alongside other notable acts such as Bully, Treble Charger, and Nix & Menno from Hollerado.
The following day, Saturday, August 17th, will see indie rock royalty Fleet Foxes lead a lineup that includes Sudan Archives, Moneen, and the dynamic duo Chali 2na & Cut Chemist, among others.
The festival will conclude on Sunday, August 18th, with rising country star Josh Ross, Corb Lund, and Wild Rivers taking the stage, ensuring a memorable end to the weekend.
For attendees, a range of ticket options are available to accommodate fans of all ages. General admission is $106.15, and youth passes (ages 13-18) for Friday are priced at $76.91, offering a gateway to experience Violent Femmes and more.
The Saturday pass, featuring Fleet Foxes, is available at $117.84 for adults, with a discounted rate of $88.60 for youth.
Josh Ross’s Sunday performance and others can be enjoyed with passes priced similarly to Saturday’s.
For the full weekend experience, general admission passes are available at $211.42, with a youth option at $188.02.
Little sailors aged 12 and under can join the festivities for free, and after-parties on Friday and Saturday will keep the party rocking all night long.
Set up camp at the stunning Elora Gorge or Guelph Lake, and catch the shuttle bus to the festival site for a hassle-free experience.
So, dust off your dancing shoes and prepare to be swept away by the tunes at the picturesque Bissell Park, located at 127 Mill Street E., just a stone’s throw from downtown Elora.
Riverfest Elora – 2024
When: August 16 to 18, 2024
Friday: Violent Femmes, Bully, Treble Charger, Nix & Menno from Hollerado
Saturday: Fleet Foxes, Sudan Archives, Moneen, Chali2na & Cut Chemist, Ombiigizi, The Creepshow
Sunday: Josh Ross, Corb Lund, Wild Rivers, Sarah Shook & the Disarmers, Raygun Cowboys
Where: Bissel Park – 127 East Mill St, Elora
How Much: $60 (plus taxes and fees) & up