Festivals
Republic Live Announces New Pop-Punk And Alt Festival ‘All Your Friends Fest’ For Summer 2024
From the team who created Boots and Hearts Music Festival, Wayhome Music and Arts Festival, and Canada Rocks with The Rolling Stones, the internationally acclaimed and multi-award winning Canadian live entertainment company, Republic Live, announces a brand new pop-punk and alternative rock festival, ‘All Your Friends Fest,’ for summer 2024. The two-day event, complete with camping and RV options for attendees, will take place at Burl’s Creek Event Grounds in Oro-Medonte, Ontario on August 23rd and 24th and feature over 20 acts.
Dedicated to bringing fans the best in live entertainment, Republic Live has tapped some of the biggest names in the genre to play the new festival including Friday (8/23) Main Stage headliners, JUNO Award-winning group Billy Talent, and highly decorated rock band, The All-American Rejects will headline the Second Stage. GRAMMY® Award-nominated rock band, Fall Out Boy, will headline the Saturday night (8/24), as well as revered alternative emo rock bands, Jimmy Eat World and Dashboard Confessional.
“Building upon our legacy of creating unforgettable moments, ‘All Your Friends’ Fest promises to captivate music fans by merging the nostalgic essence of the past with the electrifying energy of the present,” says Eva Dunford, Co-Founder of Republic Live. “This inaugural event aims to shake things up in the festival landscape in Canada and we are committed to pushing the boundaries and changing the game when it comes to how we bring fans and live music together. This festival is a celebration of the spirit and energy of a genre of music that has powerfully influenced generations.”
Also set to perform on the Friday are Canadian heavy hitters Silverstein, GOB, LØLØ, Lights, and The Honest Heart Collective, as well as American rap/rock band Gym Class Heroes, pop-punk band Mayday Parade, and alternative/indie group We The Kings. Saturday will feature a stacked lineup including Plain White T’s, grandson, Charlotte Sands, The Maine, Fefe Dobson and Stereos.
“With the introduction of a new sound to Burl’s Creek, we are ecstatic to continue to expand on how Republic Live curates unique and unforgettable experiences for music fans. Following in the footsteps of past artists like Shania Twain and Nickelback at Burl’s Creek, it’s exciting for us to continue amplifying Canadian music while celebrating such iconic bands that have influenced multiple generations,” shares Brooke Dunford, Director of Talent Buying & Business Development for Republic Live. “As we welcome ‘All Your Friends Fest’, we are thrilled to uphold our reputation for hosting dynamic music festivals where we continue to foster genuine artist-fan connections and celebrate the vibrant community that surrounds it.”
With additional acts to be confirmed, the full lineup by day is below.
Friday August 23 – Main Stage
Billy Talent (CAN)
Silverstein (CAN)
Mayday Parade
GOB (CAN)
LØLØ (CAN)
Friday August 23 – Second Stage
The All-American Rejects
Lights(CAN)
Gym Class Heroes
We The Kings
The Honest Heart Collective (CAN)
Saturday August 24 – Main Stage
Fall Out Boy
Jimmy Eat World
Plain White T’s
grandson (CAN)
Charlotte Sands
Saturday August 24 – Second Stage
Dashboard Confessional
The Maine
Fefe Dobson (CAN)
Stereos (CAN)
Starting at $119 plus taxes for general admission passes, $249 plus taxes for VIP passes, and a layaway option of $69 plus taxes, tickets will be available for purchase on Friday, March 29tth at 10 AM ET. Continuing with the tradition of providing ticket holders with the ultimate festival experience, Republic Live is extending the camping opportunity to ‘All Your Friends Fest‘ for the weekend, with tent and RV packages for purchase. For more information and to purchase tickets, patrons can go to www.allyourfriendsfestival.com.
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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