Festivals
LASSO Montréal 2025 Reveals Daily Schedule
LASSO Montréal just dropped its full daily schedule for this year’s two-day country throwdown, set to take over Parc Jean-Drapeau on August 15 and 16. The lineup has already been buzzing with big names like Sheryl Crow, Jelly Roll, and Bailey Zimmerman, and now we’ve got the exact set times, so you can start planning your beer runs accordingly.
Friday, August 15
Day One kicks off across four stages at 2pm, with Montreal’s own Vince Lemire getting things started on the Coors Prairie Stage. The Bell Stage heats up soon after with The Jack Wharf Band at 2:35, followed by Willow Avalon and Wyatt Flores keeping the energy flowing into the afternoon.
Over on the Coca-Cola Range Stage, up-and-comers like Sully Burrows and Kevin Smiley will be warming things up before Madeline Merlo and Pecos & The Rooftops take over in the evening. SiriusXM’s Backyard Sessions will also be showcasing rising Québécois talent like Chloé Leclerc and Cindy Bédard.
Shaboozey gets a prime-time slot on the Bell Stage at 7pm, hot on the heels of his chart momentum, setting the stage for a major one-two punch to close out the night: Sheryl Crow from 8:10 to 9:10, then Bailey Zimmerman holding it down from 9:20 to 10:50.
Friday Highlights:
- Sheryl Crow (8:10–9:10, Coors Prairie Stage)
- Bailey Zimmerman (9:20–10:50, Bell Stage)
- Shaboozey (7:00–8:00, Bell Stage)
- Madeline Merlo (5:40–6:25, Coca-Cola Range Stage)
Saturday, August 16
Saturday keeps the pedal down with another stacked lineup starting at 2pm. The Bell Stage opens with Sacha, followed by Cameron Whitcomb and Québec Redneck Bluegrass Project, possibly the most Canadian band name of all time.
Dasha hits the Coors Prairie Stage at 4:00pm, and if her viral momentum keeps going, she might draw one of the bigger afternoon crowds. VAVO, the country-electronic duo, closes out the Range Stage with a 6:55 slot that’s bound to turn into a party.
On the main staged, it’s all building toward a massive Saturday night run: The Dead South at 7 PM, Riley Green at 8:10, and Jelly Roll closing things out with what’s likely to be one of the biggest sets of the festival from 9:20 to 10:50.
Saturday Highlights:
- Jelly Roll (9:20–10:50, Bell Stage)
- Riley Green (8:10–9:10, Coors Prairie Stage)
- The Dead South (7:00–8:00, Bell Stage)
- Dasha (4:00–4:45, Coors Prairie Stage)
From Nashville heavyweights to local newcomers, LASSO is serving up a packed weekend of country music, Québécois flair, and plenty of boots-stomping moments. If you weren’t already building a Google spreadsheet, now’s the time. Full schedule available on lassomontreal.com.
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!
KAYTRANADA
All Photo Credit: Caroline Charruyer
Festivals
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!
THE DEAD SOUTH
JESSE ROPER
COLIN JAMES
FANS
All Photo Credit: Caroline Charruyer