2025 Line Up

JUNO Award winner, Preston Pablo and 21-year old pop songstress noelle are hitting the Musicfest stage on July 5th for a night of unforgettable music.

It was the late 1980’s when a promising young musician from Scarborough—presumably in between visits “to the late-night record shop”— dropped into a Harvey’s following a Peter Gabriel concert and found himself in the general vicinity of a classmate he didn’t really like. A mutual affinity for Gabriel quickly dissolved any animosity and a friendship was formed, one that would spawn one of Canada’s greatest bands. 15 million albums sold later and the former foes, Steven Page and Ed Robertson, co-founders of the Barenaked Ladies had amassed one hell of a career that includes multiple JUNO Awards, SOCAN Awards, Genie Awards, Billboard Music Awards, two Grammy Award nominations and an induction into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame in 2018. Not to mention countless anthems that are synonymous with Canadiana such as “Brian Wilson”, “If I Had a Million Dollars”, “Pinch Me” and so many more.

While the early 90’s grunge scene in Seattle set the tone commercially for a new era in music, there was a similarly subversive thing happening on the east coast of Canada led by a quartet of multi-talented musicians who captured the heart of Halifax with their blend of pop smarts, fuzzed-out guitar licks, Dylanesque streams of consciousness, and acute blasts of power pop. Legendary rock band Sloan built their identity on a synergistic collision of skillsets from each multi-talented band member, all of whom contribute to songwriting and vocals. For live performances, they switch instruments accordingly, but most commonly you will see Chris Murphy on bass, Patrick Pentland on lead guitar, Jay Ferguson on rhythm guitar, and Andrew Scott on drums.

Get ready to rock! Canadian punk legends Gob are hitting the Fred Anderson Stage at Peterborough Musicfest for the very first time. Known for high-energy hits like “I Hear You Calling” and “That’s The Way,” Gob’s infectious punk sound helped define Canadian rock in the late '90s and early 2000s. Formed in 1993, Gob gained […]

It’s been almost 40 years since Abba last toured and, as you can imagine, in 1979 ticket availability was scarce. Abbamania, the tribute, takes you back in time by recreating one of the world’s finest pop groups in a live stage performance. This highly polished, professional production was created in 1999, described by the New […]

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Internationally celebrated artist Jess Moskaluke continues to break barriers in country music with her powerful voice, pop-infused hooks, and sonic versatility. Her new single, "Life For Me," offers a first glimpse into her forthcoming new music—elevated, personal, joyful, and full of spirited authenticity—marking an exciting new chapter in her career. The first Canadian female country artist since Shania Twain to achieve Canadian Platinum single status with the hit "Cheap Wine and Cigarettes," Moskaluke celebrated...

It all began in Dublin, 1976, with a simple note pinned to a high school bulletin board. That humble beginning gave rise to one of the most influential rock bands of all time—U2. With over four decades of unforgettable anthems, sold-out stadiums, and a legacy that continues to inspire millions, U2's journey from “Feedback” to […]

A Celtic Celebration: Mudmen with Special Guest Irish MilliePart of Irish Week – Celebrating the Nine Ships 1825 Bicentennial Get ready for a powerful night of Celtic rock and fiddling finesse as Mudmen take the stage, with special guest Irish Millie opening the evening – all as part of Irish Week, aligning with the Nine […]

In celebration of the Nine Ships 1825 Bicentennial, join us for an unforgettable evening with The Celtic Tenors—a world-renowned trio whose music and message beautifully honour the Irish spirit, past and present. For over 25 years, The Celtic Tenors have captivated audiences around the world with their unique blend of classical, folk, pop, opera, and […]

For those who love to belt out the classics of artists like Prince, Madonna, George Michael, Bon Jovi, Whitney Houston, and Journey, get ready for a Musicfest event like none you have ever been a part of. Choir! Choir! Choir! is a fully interactive, participatory show that morphs the audience into the performer, where the vicarious love for experiencing music becomes a tangible reality. They teach the audience how to perform.

Since 2011, Choir! Choir! Choir! directors Daveed Goldman and Nobu Adilman have blurred the lines between performer and audience, traveling the world to create harmony with strangers and friends alike. They’ve collaborated with renowned artists like Patti Smith, David Byrne, Brandi Carlile, Rick Astley, Rufus Wainwright, and even Kermit The Frog at New York’s Lincoln Center, creating memorable videos that have garnered views in the millions.

This time, in the idyllic setting of Del Crary Park,  Choir!Choir!Choir! will be presenting “We Will CHOIR! You!: An EPIC QUEEN Sing-Along”

When it comes to bands that are impossible not to sing along with, it would be hard-pressed to name one that has a longer catalogue of obsessively singable tracks than British Rock icon Queen.  Who better to emulate than one of the greatest vocalists in history, the man with a four-octave vocal range, Freddie Mercury. Get ready to unleash your inner Freddie, grab your best friends and create harmonies that will echo into the Peterborough night sky.

Legendary Canadian rocker Kim Mitchell returns to Peterborough Musicfest to close out the 2025 season on Saturday, August 16, at 8:00 PM at Del Crary Park! Known for his electrifying performances and timeless hits, Mitchell promises a night of high-energy rock to wrap up another incredible summer of live music. With a career spanning over […]