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FEQ Drops 2025 Lineup with Hozier, Avril Lavigne, Shania Twain, Kygo
Festival d’été de Québec (FEQ) is set to take over the Plains of Abraham in Quebec City from July 3 to 13, 2025 bringing another incredible lineup of artists across multiple stages!
Bell Stage will feature Rod Stewart, Avril Lavigne, Simple Plan, Def Leppard, Hozier, Kygo, Shania Twain, Slayer, Ice Spice, Richard Marx, Chance Peña, Sean Paul, Remi Wolf, Thundercat, Maren Morris, and more—plus one final surprise act still to be announced!
Loto-Québec Stage & SiriusXM Stage at Place George-V will showcase an electrifying mix of talent, including Alessia Cara, Pixies, Men I Trust, The Glorious Sons, Kurt Vile & The Violators, Cheat Codes, Swollen Teeth, Nate Smith, Wild Rivers, King Cruff, Protoje, Bob Sinclar, and many more.
Hydro-Québec Stage at Place de l’Assemblée-Nationale and Crave Stage at Place D’Youville will once again offer free programming, celebrating artists from around the world!
“FEQ is more than just a festival; it’s a shared treasure that we have been building for 57 years and will continue to grow,” says Nicolas Racine, President and CEO of BLEUFEU. “This cultural gem, shaped by generations of passionate people, should never be taken for granted. It embodies boldness and creativity. As a true Québécois flagship event, it is our collective responsibility to preserve and elevate it.”
Passes are on sale now for $165 (taxes included, delivery fees extra) at FEQ’s website, where you can also explore VIP options and individual stage passes.
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PNE Summer Night Concerts – Pierce The Veil
By the time Pierce The Veil took the stage at Vancouver’s Freedom Mobile Arch on September 5, the place was packed and the anticipation was impossible to miss. As part of the PNE Summer Night Concerts, the San Diego post-hardcore veterans delivered a set that mixed nostalgia and chaos.
The show opened with “May These Noises Startle You in Your Sleep Tonight” and “Hell Above.” From there, the night barely let up. “Bulls in the Bronx” got the crowd going, followed by “Circles” and “I’m Low on Gas and You Need a Jacket.”
There was plenty for longtime fans, too. “I’d Rather Die Than Be Famous,” “Yeah Boy and Doll Face” and “Floral & Fading” reached back into the band’s catalog, while their cover of the Pixies’ “Where Is My Mind?” provided one of the evening’s fun surprises.
Visually, Pierce The Veil made the most of the outdoor stage. Tony Perry and Jaime Preciado were constantly moving, throwing themselves around the stage with guitars in hand, while drummer Loniel Robinson provided the thunder behind them. At the centre was Vic Fuentes, whose voice still carries the emotional weight that has defined the band since its early days.
The emotional high point came with “Hold On Till May,” a song that has become deeply personal for many fans as phones went into the air and voices rose across the venue. Predictably, the place lost its mind when they ended with “King for a Day.”
After nearly 20 years, Pierce The Veil still know exactly what their music means to their fans. On this night, Vancouver gave that love right back.
Check out our favourite photos of the night below or head to our Facebook page for the full gallery!
PIERCE THE VEIL
All Photo Credit: Kelli Rothwell
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PNE Summer Night Concerts – Train
After almost 10 years away, Train made its highly anticipated return to Vancouver, taking the stage at the PNE as part of the Summer Nights series for an electric night of nostalgia, energy and some of the band’s biggest hits. Nearly 10,000 fans packed the venue to welcome the group back to the city.
With nearly 33 years of performing together, Train proved that its signature sound and undeniable stage presence remain as strong as ever. Currently on the Drops of Jupiter: 25 Years in the Atmosphere Tour, the band is celebrating the 25th anniversary of its iconic album with a set that served as both a celebration of its enduring catalogue and a reminder of why these songs have remained fan favourites for decades.
Opening with “Calling All Angels,” the band quickly launched into a crowd-pleasing run of classics, including “Hey, Soul Sister,” “Marry Me” and “Drive By.” Throughout the night, the set balanced humour and heart, with frontman Pat Monahan connecting with the crowd and reflecting the warmth and personality that have become synonymous with Train’s live performances.
The night ultimately came full circle with the song that started the 25th-anniversary celebration: “Drops of Jupiter.” As the familiar opening notes rang out across the PNE, nearly 10,000 voices joined in, creating a fitting finale to a night that celebrated not only one of Train’s most beloved albums, but an iconic career spanning more than three decades.
Check our our favourite photos of the night below or head to our Facebook page for the full gallery!
TRAIN
All Photo Credit : Jill Meagher