Festivals
Boots In The Park Reveals Three 2025 Lineups Feat. Brooks & Dunn, Old Dominion, Parker McCollum & More
Country fans, dust off your boots — Boots In The Park is back, and the 2025 lineup is already looking stacked. The traveling country music festival, produced by Activated Events, just announced the first three stops of next year’s run, and it’s bringing some heavy hitters along for the ride.
Bakersfield: March 7
The party kicks off in Bakersfield, CA, at the Bakersfield Sports Village with Brooks & Dunn headlining. The legendary duo will be joined by rising stars Jackson Dean, Owen Riegling, Joe Peters, and Luwiss Lux for a boot-stomping good time.
Norco: March 8
The very next day, March 8, the crew heads to Norco’s Silverlakes, where the lineup gets even bigger. Brooks & Dunn, Dean, Riegling, Peters, and Lux will be joined by Parker McCollum, Rodney Atkins, and Bryce Leatherwood — talk about a stacked Saturday.
San Diego: April 5
Come April, the festival takes over Waterfront Park in San Diego on the 5th. This one’s anchored by Old Dominion, with support from Chris Young, Tyler Hubbard, Parmalee, Tayler Holder, Presley Tennant, and Luwiss Lux(who’s clearly not missing a single stop).
But it’s not just about the music — expect full-day country celebrations featuring line dancing, local craft food vendors, art installations, and all the sunshine-soaked vibes you can handle.
“Boots In The Park has become a signature event for country music fans that they look forward to year after year,” says Activated Events CEO Steve Thacher. “We’re excited to kick off 2025 with Brooks & Dunn headlining in Bakersfield and Norco, and Old Dominion returning to the beautiful San Diego Waterfront. I couldn’t be prouder of how this brand has grown, and there’s much more in store for 2025!”
Tickets
Presale for all three events begins Thursday, November 14 at 10 a.m. PT, with general onsale starting Friday, November 15 at 10 a.m. PT. Both General Admission and VIP options will be available. More info here.
Get ready to boot-scoot your way into 2025. More dates and surprises are sure to follow — so stay tuned.
Festivals
FIFA Fan Festival Vancouver – Kaytranada
The FIFA Fan Festival™ at the PNE closed out another memorable week on Sunday with the biggest match in world football and a fitting musical finale. Fans packed the site well before kickoff, creating a sea of jerseys, flags, and face paint as they gathered to watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final between Spain and Argentina. Every big chance was met with gasps and cheers, and when Spain secured the victory, the celebrations spread across the festival grounds as supporters soaked in the final moments of a month-long tournament.
There was little time for the excitement to settle before the day’s entertainment shifted from football to live music. Montreal’s Kaytranada took over the Amphitheatre stage, giving fans one last reason to keep the energy going after the trophy presentation. Known for blending house, hip-hop, R&B, and electronic music into a sound that feels uniquely his own, Kaytranada delivered exactly the kind of set the festival needed to close the weekend.
With Spain crowned world champions and Kaytranada providing the soundtrack to the celebration, the FIFA Fan Festival wrapped up another successful day at the PNE. It was a reminder that throughout the tournament, football and music proved to be the perfect combination, bringing thousands of people together to celebrate on and off the pitch.
Check out our favourite photos of the night below or head to our Facebook page for the full gallery!
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All Photo Credit: Caroline Charruyer
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FIFA Fan Festival Vancouver – The Dead South, Jesse Roper, Colin James
The FIFA Fan Festival™ at the PNE Grounds delivered another full day of football and live music on Saturday, July 18, as fans packed the site to watch the FIFA World Cup third-place match before spending the afternoon discovering Canadian talent across the festival stages.
The day opened with one last piece of World Cup drama before the tournament finale. England defeated France in the third-place match, giving English supporters plenty to celebrate before the music began. Groups wearing England shirts could be spotted throughout the grounds after the final whistle, adding to the lively atmosphere that has become a daily feature of the Fan Festival.
Once the football wrapped up, the focus shifted to the Amphitheatre and Park Stage. Vancouver’s own Jesse Roper was among the first artists we caught, bringing his signature blues-rock sound to an enthusiastic crowd. His guitar work and easy stage presence made for a strong start to the afternoon, with plenty of fans gathering in front of the stage despite a full day of entertainment still ahead.
Over on the Park Stage, Canadian blues-rock legend Colin James reminded everyone why he has remained one of the country’s most respected performers for decades. His set mixed polished musicianship with plenty of groove, drawing listeners of all ages who appreciated every guitar solo and familiar chorus.
The Dead South closed out the day. The Saskatchewan quartet’s blend of bluegrass, folk and country proved to be a perfect fit for the outdoor setting. Fans sang along, clapped in time and danced throughout the performance.
With the World Cup final less than 24 hours away, there was already a sense that the tournament was nearing its conclusion. Even so, July 18 showed that the FIFA Fan Festival remained much more than a place to watch football. It continued to bring together sport, live music and community in a way that has made it one of Vancouver’s standout events of the summer.
Check out our favourite photos of the night below or head to our Facebook page for the full gallery!
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COLIN JAMES
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All Photo Credit: Caroline Charruyer