You’re sitting on the soft, lush grass at the Whistler Olympic Plaza. You have kombucha in one hand, and in front of you, on your picnic blanket, is an expertly crafted charcuterie box. The sun has started to set, and the pinky hues of the alpenglow make the mountain backdrop look surreal. That’s when the musicians take to the stage.
You feel the energy ripple through the crowd as the first note reverberates into the warm evening air. This is the best way to end a summer’s day, with music, food and good vibes all around; this is the Whistler Summer Concert Series.
The Whistler Summer Concert Series, presented by the Resort Municipality of Whistler, will bring up-and-coming, trending and world-renowned musicians to Whistler Olympic Plaza for 13 nights this July and August. The music action starts on Tuesday, July 1, with beloved Canadian musician Bahamas, a five-time JUNO Award winner and Grammy nominee.
“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.”
In addition to the 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. Read on for who’s playing when and for links to their music.
Happening on Thursdays and Fridays throughout July and August (with a break during Crankwrox), each evening’s programming starts at 6:30 PM with a live DJ set before the headlining performers take to the stage at 7:30 PM, wrapping up around 9 PM. We suggest getting there early to scope out a good spot, organize your nibbles and simply relax and take it all in!
It’s good to note that one of the Paralympic legacies at Whistler Olympic Plaza is that it has a network of low-grade (less than five per cent) ramps and raised viewing areas for performances, so the music can be enjoyed by all.
Whistler Summer Concert Series Lineup
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 catalogue.
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 technicolour 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.
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.
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.
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.
Thursday, July 17 – Chali 2na and The House of Vibe with opening DJ Vinyl Ritchie
With his unmistakable baritone voice and six-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.
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 is one of the organization’s founding artists.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 (AU)
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.
Whistler Outdoor Movies in the Plaza
Catch a flick outside this summer at Olympic Plaza. Six films are being shown on Wednesday and Saturday evenings starting at 8 PM.
- Wednesday, July 2 and Saturday, July 5 – Ferris Bueller’s Day Off
- Wednesday, July 9 – Grease
- Saturday, July 12 – The Call of the Wild
- Wednesday, July 16 and Saturday, July 19 – Wayne’s World
- Wednesday, July 23 and Saturday, July 26 – Bend it Like Beckham
- Wednesday, July 30 – Whip It
Getting There
The Whistler Summer Concert Series and Movies in the Plaza are being held at Whistler Olympic Plaza, in Whistler Village North. If your accommodation is in Whistler Village, then it’s an easy walk along the Village Stroll, but if you’re a little further afield, then consider using some pedal power.
The car-free Whistler Valley Trail stretches for 46 kilometres, connecting Whistler’s lakes, parks and neighbourhoods, the perfect way to cruise in for some mountain tunes. When you get to Whistler Olympic Plaza, there’s a complimentary bike valet service you can use to make sure your ride (and any other gear) is safe, which supports Whistler’s Big Moves climate action strategy.
What to Bring (and Not to Bring)
- It can be hot in the sun, but as soon as it drops behind the mountains, it can get a little chilly, so bring some layers.
- The concerts happen rain or shine, but don’t bring an umbrella or a tent to the concert as it will be a view blocker!
- We suggest packing a picnic blanket to lie on the lawn, and if you’re considering bringing chairs, make sure they’re not too big or tall to block the view for other concert-goers.
- Kids and fur babies are welcome, but be aware that people will be picnicking and are there to enjoy the tunes, so it’s not ideal if they’re playing food defence against your pooch or curious toddler.
- If you’re going to be picnicking, bring your reusable drink bottles, straws, cutlery and other eating implements to reduce the usage of the recycling bins around the plaza area.
Dine Early
A lot of your favourite Whistler restaurants will be opening earlier on concert days, so check in with them to see if you can get an early reservation before the music starts. They may also have additional take-out options if you do want to dine while the music plays.
Nearby Nibbles
Whistler Olympic Plaza is ideally situated close to Main Street, a hub of grab-and-go food options. The Deli by Picnic offers beautifully curated charcuterie boxes and a range of sandwiches and vegan wraps.
For something warm, there’s Peaked Pies where you can get an Aussie-style pie topped with mashed potato, mushy peas and gravy (they also do sweet treats and coffees). Splitz Grill is where to go for burgers and fries (they have great milkshakes too), and Hunter Gather does a yummy chicken shawarma and pulled jackfruit sandwich.
We also love the fresh pizza at Pasta Lupino (bought by the slice), a box of Crispy Chilli Beef or Pad Thai from Main Street Noodles or a fresh ahi poke tuna bowl from Main Street Poke. You could also pop into Fresh St. Market (which closes at 10 PM) to grab some goodies, including organic, cold-pressed juices, Whistler Roasting Company (coffee) and a range of gourmet donuts.
Other nearby options include The Brickworks, Brewhouse, Quattro and Alta Bistro. Visit Whistler.com’s dining guide for a full list of where to dine in Whistler. Of course, instead of eating early, you could eat late. Bearfoot Bistro has a Nightly Happy Hour from 9:30 PM to 10:30 PM for guests looking for a late-night dinner option.
Concert Etiquette
- You can’t consume alcohol at Whistler Olympic Plaza
- There’s no smoking or vaping allowed
- Pack out what you pack in, and if the bins are full, please take any garbage back to your accommodation and dispose of it there
- Support local by buying your food and nibbles from nearby businesses
- Keep dogs on a leash
It feels good to be able to come together again and revel in good music with the mountains as our backdrop. We hope we get to bop along to some tunes with you this summer!
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