GSL Group officially announces the festival dates as July 11-13, 2025, with help from its official media partner, Stingray Media.
Rock The Lake is back for another electrifying weekend of rock, and this year, the festival is teaming up with Stingray Media and K96.3 Kelowna’s Classic Rock as the official media partner. Taking place July 11–13, 2025, outside Prospera Place, this three-day festival will bring iconic rock artists and thousands of fans together for an unforgettable summer experience.
K96.3 has a long history with Rock The Lake, having been a key partner in the festival’s early years. Now, with Stingray’s extensive reach across Canada, connecting with over 7 million listeners weekly, this partnership will bring the energy of Rock The Lake to an even bigger audience. Fans can expect exclusive festival content, artist interviews, and giveaways on K96.3’s lineup of shows, including The K Wake Up with Brad and Alysha, Rock of the West with Travis Currah, and Afternoons with Trevor.
“We’re excited to reunite with K96.3 and Stingray Media to make Rock The Lake bigger than ever,” said Marlon Weidlich, senior director of event operations at GSL Group. “K96.3 has been part of the festival’s DNA since the beginning. With Stingray’s national reach, we can connect with rock fans across Canada and proudly showcase the vibrant rock community here in the Okanagan..”
“Stingray and K96.3 are thrilled to partner with the GSL Group for Rock The Lake 2025,” said Jenn Dalen-Gordon, general manager (B.C. Interior) at Stingray Media. “This is such an important event for the City of Kelowna, and the collaboration brings together our shared passion for music and community in a fun way. We can’t wait to rock the lake with an incredible lineup that will create lasting memories for music lovers from near and far. And after a few years away from the event, it truly feels like we’re coming home in the best way possible!”
The lineup for Rock The Lake 2025 will be announced in the coming weeks. A limited amount of first-release 3-day festival passes are available for $169+fees until supplies last, prior to the lineup being released. Fans can book now to take advantage of the limited-time price on selectyourtickets.com.
Last year’s Rock The Lake music festival broke attendance records, featuring massive Canadian and international rock artists like Theory of a Deadman, Our Lady Peace, Daughtry, and Tom Cochrane.
Before the main event in July, Rock The Lake is kicking things off with its first-ever Battle of the Bands at Red Bird Brewing on February 28 and March 1, 2025. Local bands will compete for a paid spot on the Rock The Lake stage, allowing emerging artists to join an established lineup on the big stage. Find out more about the bands and tickets to the event at Red Bird HERE.
Festival updates, lineup announcements, and ticket sale details, including VIP, will be shared on rtlkelowna.com. To stay up to date on festival announcements, follow Rock The Lake on Facebook, Instagram, or X. Fans can also tune in to K 96.3 for exclusive Rock The Lake content and the latest news on the festival.
