May 26, 2025: Whistler, B.C. – The Resort Municipality of Whistler is hosting a series of free concerts and outdoor movie nights at Whistler Olympic Plaza once again this summer. Set against a spectacular mountain backdrop, 13 nights of live musical entertainment have been confirmed for the Whistler Summer Concert Series taking place in July and August. The lineup announcement reveals a wide variety of musical genres celebrating the diversity of Whistler’s visitorship and promoting a sense of belonging for locals and tourists alike.
“We take pride in welcoming the world to our beautiful mountain community,” says Whistler Mayor Jack Crompton. “Each year, the Whistler Summer Concert Series cultivates a vibrant atmosphere that brings people together through the exhilarating shared experience of live music. The international musical talent that the 2025 lineup brings to Whistler reflects the unmatched energy of our world-class resort. This year is a special year for the Resort Municipality of Whistler: it’s our 50th anniversary and Sam Roberts Band will headline the celebrations August 22.”
The Whistler Summer Concert Series will kick off with beloved Canadian musician Bahamas, a five-time JUNO Award winner and Grammy nominee, as part of Whistler’s Canada Day celebrations on Tuesday, July 1. The live outdoor shows will continue Thursdays and Fridays for July and August, with a break surrounding the Crankworx mountain bike festival in August.
In addition to Bahamas, this summer’s lineup features Moontricks, Wild Rivers, Mo’Kalamity, 54•40, Chali 2na and the House of Vibe, Chantal Kreviazuk, Paco Versailles, Owen Riegling, PINEO & LOEB, Sam Roberts Band, Drag in the Mountains, and Hollow Coves. Concert programming begins at 6:30 p.m. with live opening DJ sets before the headlining performers take the stage at 7:30 p.m.
Whistler’s free Outdoor Movie Nights will take place on Wednesdays and Sundays throughout the month of July beginning at 8 p.m., as the sun is setting behind the surrounding mountains. This summer’s films include Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, Grease, The Call of the Wild, Wayne’s World, Bend it Like Beckham, and Whip It. Concert and movie audiences are encouraged to enjoy an early dinner in the village at one of Whistler’s delectable dining establishments or an open-air takeout meal amidst the festival-like atmosphere of Whistler Olympic Plaza. Complimentary secure bike parking will be available for those who pedal along the Valley Trail to the event to support Whistler’s Big Moves climate action strategy.
These free outdoor programs are funded by provincial Municipal and Regional District Tax (MRDT Hotel Tax) revenues collected in Whistler in support of tourism initiatives across the community. More information is available at whistler.ca/concerts.
Whistler Summer Concert Series Schedule
Tuesday, July 1 – Bahamas with opening DJ SOUL CLUB
A masterful songwriter with an uncanny ability to weave humour, heartache, and melody, Bahamas (Afie Jurvanen) has quietly become one of Canada’s most celebrated musical exports. A five-time JUNO Award winner and Grammy nominee, his latest album, Bootcut, a classic-country-infused gem, was nominated for CCMA Alternative Country Album of the Year and has further cemented his place in the pantheon of modern songsmiths. With over 1.5 billion streams and a devoted global following, his music has resonated everywhere from Australia to Massey Hall to the Grand Ole Opry. Songs like “Lost in the Light” and “All The Time” have become streaming juggernauts, beloved by fans and fellow artists alike, including Taylor Swift, Wilco, k.d. lang, and BTS. A true road warrior, Bahamas continues to captivate audiences worldwide, and his upcoming performance promises an unforgettable journey through his acclaimed catalog.
Listen to Bahamas now on Spotify
Thursday, July 3 – Moontricks with Special Guest Mark Woodyard
Based in the rustic Kootenay mountains of Western Canada, Nathan Gurley and Sean Rodman of renowned electro-folk duo Moontricks draw inspiration from the ongoing cycles of the natural world. There’s a kind of technicolor campfire quality to their uniquely hybrid sound: each track is steeped in tradition and polished with a futuristic sheen, mixing organic folk, roots rock, and old-time blues with modern electronic production. Since its initial release, the band’s breakout hit “Home” has reached over 10 million streams, and their original tracks have been licensed for a wide range of television networks, including Netflix and Fox Sports. With the release of their debut full-length album Currents via Westwood Recordings, the duo reveals an ever-evolving, cohesive blend of introspective writing, soulful, gritty blues, boot-stomping basslines, and intricate electronic arrangements.
Listen to Moontricks now on Spotify
Friday, July 4 – Wild Rivers with opening DJ Peacefrog
Platinum-selling indie trio Wild Rivers has a gift for introspective lyrics and genre-fluid melodies that transmit wisdom beyond their years. That expertise can be found across their new album, Better Now—a companion to their record, Never Better, released this past July. Recorded in Joshua Tree with co-producer Gabe Wax, both Never Better and Better Now are filled with the band’s “inventive melodies, rich harmonies, and lush instrumentals” (Associated Press). Starting out as an acoustic singer-songwriter project after first connecting at Queen’s University in Kingston, Ontario, Khalid and Devan expanded to a more full-bodied sound, adding multi-instrumentalist Andrew Oliver. They pull from a spectrum of sounds, imbuing pop, rock, indie, and folk into each song’s blueprint. Since their 2016 debut, Wild Rivers has released three albums to critical acclaim, been nominated for Breakthrough Group of The Year at the 2023 JUNO Awards, saw their breakout single, “Thinking ‘Bout Love,” certified Gold in the United States and Australia and Platinum in Canada, and garnered over 850 million global streams.
Listen to Wild Rivers now on Spotify
Thursday, July 10 – Mo’Kalamity with opening DJ PRAiZ
The embodiment of a crossroads of cultures, Mo’Kalamity is of Cape Verdean origin, grew up in France, and now lives in Paris. Immersed in Caribbean and Afro-American rhythms, she quickly made her mark on the reggae world thanks to her talents as a singer, songwriter, and composer. Through her spiritually resonant lyrics and deeply committed music, she encourages us to recognize our life mission and fulfill it with humanity. Her travels, from Kingston, Jamaica to New York, have brought her into contact with some of reggae’s greatest musicians and producers, enriching her musical universe and deepening her quest for authenticity. Her latest and fifth album, Shine, is the culmination of this journey, exemplifying the vision and vibration that Mo’ shares with these artists, bringing her music to its highest expression.
Listen to Mo’Kalamity now on Spotify
Friday, July 11 – 54•40 with opening DJ ShotSki
Over the course of 40+ years of performing and recording, 54•40 has not only made their mark on the Canadian music industry, but the entire cultural landscape. Led by chief songwriter Neil Osborne, 54•40 (Neil Osborne, Brad Merritt, Matt Johnson, Dave Genn, and David “Oz” Osborne) has carved out a legacy of Gold and Platinum albums and an outstanding reputation for their live performances that carries through to this day. With decades of hit songs and more in the making, the secret to 54•40’s longevity is their ability to redefine and reinvent themselves. For those who have followed the band from their humble beginnings in East Vancouver to younger fans that are just discovering the band’s originality, 54•40 shows are extraordinary affairs that bridge gaps between generations through a shared love of music.
Listen to 54•40 now on Spotify
Thursday, July 17 – Chali 2na and the House of Vibe with opening DJ Vinyl Ritchie
With his unmistakable baritone voice and 6-and-a-half-foot charm, Chali 2na has established himself as one of hip-hop’s most celebrated and charismatic personalities. Most well-known for co-founding music groups, Jurassic 5 and Ozomatli, Chali released his debut solo album Fish Outta Water in 2009. Since then, he has toured the world ten times over with his band known as the House of Vibe and has collaborated with some of the industry’s most recognized and respected DJs and musicians. After relocating from Chicago to LA in the early 80s when he was entering his teens, he was instantly engulfed by the worlds of hip hop and graffiti. Breathing visual life into his musical past, Chali embarked on a 6-year journey to produce Against the Current, a multi-media project that combines a 5-part series of genre bending EPs with a coffee table artbook featuring his own original paintings, drawings, and photography.
Listen to Chali 2na and the House of Vibe now on Spotify
Friday, July 18 – Chantal Kreviazuk with opening DJ LAZY FNGZ
Chantal Kreviazuk made her critically acclaimed full-length debut album, Under These Rocks and Stones, in 1997. Since then, the Winnipeg born and internationally celebrated 3x JUNO Award and Grammy winning singer songwriter and musician, classically trained pianist, actress, movie producer, philanthropist, humanitarian, and proud wife and mother of three has recorded 10 albums, including a live album, a holiday album, and a collaboration with her husband and Our Lady Peace frontman Raine Maida. A prolific songwriter, Kreviazuk has written global smashes for the likes of Drake, Gwen Stefani, Pitbull, Christina Aguilera, Britney Spears, Carrie Underwood, Avril Lavigne, Shakira, Kelly Clarkson, and Kendrick Lamar. Equally committed to helping those in need, Kreviazuk was awarded the Order of Canada in 2014 along with Maida, for their efforts to raise awareness and support for human and animal rights, mental health, education, and the environment. Kreviazuk has been an ambassador to War Child for more than two decades and one of the organization’s founding artists.
Listen to Chantal Kreviazuk now on Spotify
Thursday, July 24 – Paco Versailles with opening DJ Olly Watt
Paco Versailles is a duo consisting of songwriter/producer Ryan Merchant and Vahagni Aryan who is a world-class Spanish-trained flamenco guitarist and producer. Their sound is a mix of flamenco guitar rhythms with disco-leaning electronic production and captivating vocals, a style they call Dancemenco. The name ‘Paco Versailles’ was conceived while imagining a collaboration between their biggest influences, the legendary Spanish guitarist Paco de Lucía and French electronic artists Daft Punk and Air, both products of the Parisian suburb of Versailles. Paco Versailles released their 3rd studio album, Olé Maca, on September 13, 2024.
Listen to Paco Versailles now on Spotify
Friday, July 25 – Owen Riegling with opening DJ T Rex
Owen Riegling is the kind of artist so down to earth his boots are always dirty. He’s a small-town kid with his roots firmly planted in the songs he sings. Riegling was raised in Mildmay, Ontario, a town of 1,200 where keeping yourself grounded is the only way up. It’s no accident that the same small-town humility and authenticity translated into the massive Platinum-certified radio hit single “Old Dirt Roads.” In 2023, he signed a deal with Universal Music Canada, released a series of chart-climbing singles, toured coast to coast, worked with some of Nashville’s biggest writers and producers, and graced the main stage at Boots & Hearts. Riegling has been part of Apple Music’s UpNext Program and launched into 2024 as one of Spotify’s Hot Country Artists To Watch and Amazon Canada’s Breakthrough Artists to Watch. Riegling is now a 2x CCMA Award winner with over 140 million global streams, and tore through 103 shows in 2024 including his debut Canadian headline tour, The Old Dirt Road Trip.
Listen to Owen Riegling now on Spotify
Thursday, August 21 – PINEO & LOEB and Special Guests with opening DJ Foxy Moron
Energetic, genre-blurring, and unstoppable on the global stage, PINEO & LOEB are the Canadian powerhouse shaping the electronic music scene. Hailing from Halifax, Nova Scotia, this dynamic DJ duo thrives on high-octane performances that have rocked festivals like Shambhala, Envision, Friendship, Burning Man, and Escapade. Surpassing 10 million streams online, they’ve become a force to reckon with, seamlessly blending dance, hip-hop, and rock influences. Their official remixes for A-listers like Sabrina Carpenter showcase their production prowess, while collaborations with major labels and independent artists such as Kiesza, GROUPLOVE, and Olivia O’Brien underscore their versatility. Music placements include Netflix and HBO with radio support from BBC Radio 1 and numerous Sirius XM channels. On top of releasing original music and remixes, PINEO & LOEB have toured extensively across North America and abroad headlining their own shows as well as supporting major international acts such as deadmau5, Steve Aoki, Zeds Dead, Marten Hørger and Dr. Fresch to name a few. PINEO & LOEB will be joined in Whistler by DEF3, Chimp It, Jah’Mila, and Smoothie for a family-friendly retro dance party.
Listen to PINEO & LOEB now on Spotify
Friday, August 22 – Sam Roberts Band with opening DJ Whitness
With over 125 million+ career streams to date, award-winning rock act Sam Roberts Band maintains their tradition of delivering chart-topping singles, consistently surpassing expectations with their music. Born in Montréal, the double-Platinum-selling band is known for their radio hits since their debut album We Were Born In A Flame, which included hit singles “Brother Down,” “Don’t Walk Away Eileen,” “Hard Road,” and “Where Have All The Good People Gone?”
Sam Roberts Band continues to release critically acclaimed and fan loved albums, touring constantly across Canada and the world. The band are perennial favourites, and bringing new fans into the fold. Their legacy of hit singles is now etched into the Canadian music landscape. Songs such as “We’re All In This Together,” “Bridge to Nowhere,” “Them Kids,” and “Picture of Love” continue to be heard on the airwaves, rock and lifestyle playlists, and at unforgettable shows.
Listen to Sam Roberts Band now on Spotify
Thursday, August 28 – Drag in the Mountains with opening DJs Vital Signs
We are bringing drag back to the mountains this summer! Experience an energizing, family-friendly evening full of amazing drag performances by stars from the celebrated show Canada’s Drag Race, including the winner of season 4 VENUS, season 2 finalist KENDALL GENDER and fresh off the most recent season, Jaylene Tyme, Tiffany Ann Co, and Xana. These celebrity performers are joined by Vancouver’s Next Drag Superstar winners Androgynass and Michelangela, Kingdom winner Yuen Young, and many more.
Friday, August 29 – Hollow Coves with opening DJ Badger
Hollow Coves is the indie-folk voice of connection to beauty and community—a reminder to look inside the self and embody gratitude for the natural world. Living on Australia’s Gold Coast and weaving their own perspective on paradise, Matt Carins and Ryan Henderson are equal parts songwriters and vocalists, alternating lead roles to best serve the song. After meeting through a mutual friend at the end of 2014, they recorded a handful of songs in a friend’s garage. Hollow Coves released their debut EP Wanderlust in 2017 and became known for writing indie-folk anthems for the great outdoors. Fan favourite ‘Coastline’ became one of the top 20 most used songs on Instagram Reels in Summer 2021, and was certified Gold in Canada and Australia. With over half a billion streams worldwide and nearly a million followers across their platforms, the band has toured around the world with artists such as Tom Walker, The Paper Kites, Passenger, and most recently The Lumineers. Now, the band is finishing an album with an exciting group of collaborators including Australian singer-songwriter Matt Corby while continuing to tour the world.
Link to Hollow Coves on Spotify
Media Notes: Photography or promotional materials from the musical lineup for any of the performing artists are available upon request.
Movies in the Plaza Schedule
Wednesday, July 2 – Ferris Bueller’s Day Off
Saturday, July 5 – Ferris Bueller’s Day Off
Wednesday, July 9 – Grease
Saturday, July 12 – The Call of the Wild
Wednesday, July 16 – Wayne’s World
Saturday, July 19 – Wayne’s World
Wednesday, July 23 – Bend it Like Beckham
Saturday, July 26 – Bend it Like Beckham
Wednesday, July 30 – Whip It
About the Festivals, Events and Animation program
Celebration is an essential component of Whistler’s culture. This was highlighted during the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games when Whistler presented the most outstanding display of sport, the arts, and entertainment the resort had ever seen. The RMOW and resort partners continue to build on that momentum through the Festivals, Events and Animation (FE&A) program by developing and attracting a wide range of high-quality programs throughout the year including an exciting line-up of festivals and events for all ages and audiences. The FE&A program is primarily funded by provincial Municipal and Regional District Tax (MRDT Hotel Tax) revenues collected in Whistler in support of tourism initiatives across the community.
About the Resort Municipality of Whistler
Situated within the shared, unceded territory of the L̓il̓wat7úl (Lil’wat People) and Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish People), the Resort Municipality of Whistler (RMOW) is a destination resort community, local government organization, and leader in providing municipal programs, services, progressive planning, and infrastructure for almost 14,000 permanent residents and over three million annual visitors. Whistler is located approximately two hours north of Vancouver along the picturesque Sea-to-Sky Highway and within the epic Coast Mountain range.
Our vision: A place where our community thrives, nature is protected, and guests are inspired.
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