Edmonton’s Rockin’ Thunder brings together music icons and Canada’s best
Posted Jul 7, 2025 5:15 pm.
The first ever Rockin’ Thunder Music Festival runs July 11 and 12 at the Exhibition Lands Racetrack in Edmonton.
The lineup features Def Leppard, Joan Jett & the Blackhearts, Bret Michaels, Queensryche and Toque on a rockin’ day 1.
Day 2 takes on a decidedly alternative tone with the likes of Weezer, Stone Temple Pilots, Sam Roberts Band, The Trews and Default.
660’s Todd Kaufman caught up with some of the acts and organizers…
Interview with John Angus of The Trews
Interview with Sam Roberts
Interview with Troy Volhoffer – CEO of Rockin’ Thunder
Tickets are still available. More information can be found on the festival’s website.
