Riverfest Elora

08/29/2024

Heyo!!!

This is your official reminder that a limited amount of early bird weekenders are on sale now and they are already 50% sold out! These are at the lowest price you will find for and the 15th annual 🥰🙌😎🥳

08/26/2024

SPECIAL CONCERT ANNOUNCEMENT! 🎸

We’re thrilled to announce that and are partnering once again to bring you “A Concert with Addy-tude,” a special fundraising event in honor of Addison Hill! 🌟 This incredible evening will feature live performances by some of Canada’s top musical acts, including The Strumbellas, Rêve, Jeremie Albino, Kelly McMichael, and Amanda Braam.

📅 When: Saturday, October 5th, 2024
📍 Where: The MacDonald Pavilion at the Elora Centre for the Arts
🕒 Time: Doors open at 3:00 PM

Addy’s spirit of positivity and courage continues to inspire us all, and this concert is our way of celebrating her life while supporting a cause that’s close to our hearts. All proceeds will go directly to support Dr. David Malkin and his research team at SickKids Hospital, working tirelessly toward finding a cure for sarcoma—the “forgotten cancer.”

🎟️ Ticket Information:

$65 for the first 200 tickets—hurry, we’ve already sold 90!
After that, tickets will be $75 each.
Children under 12 free with a paying adult.

This is our second year hosting this meaningful event, and we’re excited to make it even bigger and better! The event is licensed and all ages, so everyone can join in the fun. Join us for a night of music, community, and hope, set against the beautiful backdrop of Elora. Let’s come together to make a difference!

👉 Tickets are on sale now: teamAddy.ca, riverfestelora.com or Ticket Scene

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08/19/2024

Sneak p*ek backstage 👀 ft.

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08/19/2024

We made it! We’ve done this festival 14 times now — but we’ve never had a weekend quite like that. ☔️🐌⚡️ We owe the biggest thank you to our 600+ volunteers for pushing through incredibly challenging weather conditions — and making sure everyone stayed safe and enjoyed themselves. A special shoutout must go out to our crew who worked round the clock Saturday evening to make sure we could all come back and party on Sunday. Thank you to all the musicians for beautifully soundtracking the zaniness. And of course, a huge kudos has to go out all of you — your patience, perseverance and willingness to rock out in the pouring rain and mud made this weekend unforgettable.

We’ve got a big birthday coming up next year — we’re turning 15 — and you’re invited! Come celebrate August 15-17, 2025. A limited number of early bird passes are on sale now! Thanks for being the bestest. 🧡

08/18/2024

Braving the rain at . Kind of fitting name for all the rain! 🌊

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08/18/2024

We’ve posted a lot of photos of musicians on here — but you have been looking so beautiful too! 🤠 Some of the friendly faces we’ve seen in the crowd.

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08/18/2024

The beautiful gentle acoustic tones of — the perfect way to kick off our final day of music!

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08/18/2024

Day 3 is a go! Our crews have been super hard at work overnight to get Bissell Park ready for you today. Gates open at 1:30PM. The park is still quite wet in some places so please wear appropriate footwear and go slow.

We are super bummed about having the stop the festival early last night due to lightning and flooding on the site. We really hope to have our friends back soon and thank them for making the trip to Elora. Thanks to all of you as well for your patience, your calm and understanding — the weather is something we can’t control, unfortunately! (Though we really wish we could.)

We are full steam ahead for today and can’t wait to party with you all. 🤠

SUNDAY


SUNDAY VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION AFTER PARTY

08/18/2024

We have rejigged our after party schedule and added two bands to the bill who weren’t able to play the festival — and !

ELORA LEGION UPSTAIRS
Moneen joins Illscarlet and Sunshine Makers upstairs. Tickets at the door.
- 10:15 - 11
- 11:20 - 12:20
- 12:40 - 1:40

ELORA LEGION DOWNSTAIRS
Ian James Bain downstairs. Tickets at the door.
- 10 - 11:15

ELORA BREWING COMPANY
Ombiigizi joins Irresponsible Purchase and Tell It To Sweeney at the Brewery. Tickets at the door.
- 10:15 to 11
11:20 to 12
12:20 to late

08/18/2024

Unfortunately, we’ve had to make the very tough decision to close Bissell Park for the rest of the evening. There’s simply too much water on site. The rest of tonight’s programming in the park has been cancelled. We ask that you please leave Bissell Park calmly. After parties will still be happening at the Elora Legion and the Elora Brewing Company, with updates to come. Tickets available at the door.

08/18/2024

We are on a stage break again due to the (very) wet weather. Waiting for this system to pass and rejigging our schedules before starting our stages up again. Stay tuned for updates here!

08/17/2024

My dearest damp Riverfriends, thanks for your patience! The sun is shining and we are back up and running! ✨🐌✨ Here is our revised schedule for Saturday. Apologies for the DIY-ness — we’re rolling with the weather punches this PM. Everyone will still be playing — just with shifted schedules. Let’s do it!

08/17/2024

Ready to rock on day 2! Looking ahead at the weather forecast — the plan is to open gates at 1:30PM, as scheduled. We will post here if anything changes.

We’ve got a super stacked day with


Then join us downtown for the after parties


Tickets available online for both!

08/17/2024

08/17/2024

Add it up! rock (ft. a surprise appearance). A perfect way to cap off an epic first day. ☔️ Let’s keep the good feeling going just a bit longer — come to the after parties at the Elora Legion and the . Tickets available at the door.

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08/17/2024

So good seeing rocking out the Koop tent! 🎸🔥 And welcome back and ❤️‍🔥

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08/16/2024

I hope you know that this day will go down on our permanent record! 🎶 We’re kicking off Riverfest Elora XIV with a bang 🎉 with Wisconsin’s weird and wonderful , , Treble Charger and so many more gems 💎 Gates open at 3PM.

Tonight’s VIP is sold out but single day tickets, weekend passes and after party tix still available at link in bio.

Rain or shine — it’s gonna be a magical weekend. ✨

FRIDAY LINEUP IN BISSELL
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FRIDAY AFTER PARTIES
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08/15/2024

Bissell Park is starting to look spectacular — and it’s all thanks to our incredible fleet of 600+ volunteers! 🧡🐌🧡

You’ll probably see them wearing yellow and blue bandanas this weekend. Please be sure to give them a high five! 🙌 We truly couldn’t do it without them.

One more sleep! 🛌 🐌

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08/15/2024

Lots of you have been asking what wine we’re serving up! We’re so excited to announce our new friends (Grange of Prince Edward) will be joining us this year! 🍷

If you’ve been to Prince Edward County, perhaps you’ve swung by their beautiful winery. Here’s some tasting notes for what we are serving:

🍇 Unoaked Chardonnay 2023
Citrus abounds, simultaneously bracing and generous with a long clean finish.

🍇 Cab Franc 2021
Richer style Cabernet Franc with firm tannins at once smooth velvety and ripe, boasting fresh acidity.

Get yours at the main bar!

08/15/2024

Need last minute packing tips? ⛺️

Want to know who is playing when? 🎶

First time at Riverfest and have questions? 🐌

Our Riverfest hotline is now open! 🎉 Send us at text at 226.400.3567. Operators are standing by to answer all your burning Riverfest questions! 🔥

08/15/2024

Don’t spoil your appetite! We’ve got so many good things to eat and drink at the festival. Here’s one final look at who’s serving up what. 🌭

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Mapleton’s Organic Dairy is a small, family-run dairy farm in Mapleton Township. We make ice cream right on the farm using a few simple ingredients of the highest quality. We value taking great care of our cows, practicing sustainable farming methods, and making a delicious treat for everyone to enjoy!

Most excited to see: Corb Lund

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Gourmet hot dogs from the fine folks at . We’ll be slinging tasty hot dogs all weekend long! Expect some new creations as well as some familar favourites including our super popular Mac Dog!

Most excited to see: Moneen

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Those who know — know. Rodolfo’s is the absolute best.

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Tried. Tested. True.

08/14/2024

Don’t get lost on us! 🔎 The wonderful folks at made this beautiful map of Bissell Park. Sort out where all the stages are, where to get food, drinks and merch and find places to p*e!

Toque is presenting our dear friends ’s Karaoke Live in the Boardwalk Tent on Sunday at 5:15. Get ready to belt it out!

08/13/2024

🚨 One final call out for volunteers! 🚨 There are a few spaces we need to fill due to unexpected drop outs pre-festival. We are especially looking for folks interested in helping out at one of our bars — you must have Smart Serve. If you’re interested in lending a hand this weekend, please head over to our website and fill out an application ASAP.

08/12/2024

Being a kid at Riverfest Elora is the best! Kids 12 and under are free with a paid guardian — and there’s so much to do! Here is some of our special programming for kids!

🛶 Paddling Puppeteers — Saturday 2:30, Sunday 3:45 in Boardwalk Tent

The Paddling Puppeteers have been performing their musical puppet shows across Canada since 1999. A variety of colourful puppets bring to life many stories having to do with the environment. The shows present ideas of how we can take simple steps to preserve and restore Canada’s natural heritage.

🎶 Adrian Jones and His Big Bag O’Ukes — Saturday 4:00, Sunday 2:30 in Boardwalk Tent

Wanna learn to play ukulele? Adrian Jones will take you from zero to jammin’. During the workshops, you will be introduced to some simple chords (or more advanced techniques if you already play) and jam on several tunes as a group. 

🏕️ Camp Riverfest — Saturday 5:15 in Boardwalk Tent

From Huckle Buckle to Squirt, camp kids and the camp-skeptical can agree: camp games are second to none. Join your Riverfest Elora “camp counsellors” as we play a selection of (semi-active) camp games together! For ages 4 and up.

08/11/2024

Hope you are hungry! We’ve got some ✨ inspo ✨ for what to eat and drink next weekend at :

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Servicing southern Ontario since 1979 selling freshly squeezed lemonade in five real fruit flavours from lemonade stands that look like big giant lemons 🍋

Most excited to see: Fleet Foxes

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SOUND BBQ cooks over live oak fire producing modern takes on global BBQ traditions. Unique sides and sauces compliment  all our meats including our speciality – Texas style brisket.

Most excited to see: Corb Lund and Violent Femmes

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The Pop Stand aspires to spark little moments of joy with hand-crafted ice pops. We offer flavour forward treats for all, from classic summery delights like Strawberry lemonade, or Cherry lime to sophisticated London fog lavender, Salted caramel affogato, or a fun addition of bright and boozy Campari grapefruit mint and more!

Most excited to see: Violent Femmes

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Family owned and operated since 1983 bringing you the best in Caribbean cuisine and a blend of Canadian classics. From jerk chicken, jerk pork and oxtail to jerk poutine, jerk tacos and smoked jerk brisket on a bun.

Most excited to see: Chali 2na and Cut Chemist