
Empire Rockfest 2025 poster / Screenshot.
The announcement is a bit later than we’re used to, but ultimately Empire Rockfest is a go for this year!
Mark Rashotte, the owner of the Empire Theatre, has revealed this morning that Empire Rockfest will take place next door to the theatre on Friday, July 25th and Saturday, July 26th.
The outdoor event will start on Friday with Kingston band Luscious, along with co-headliners David Wilcox and Trooper. Saturday will feature the Jake Clemons band, Lights, along with the Arkells, returning to the Empire stage.
Tickets will go on sale this Friday at 11 a.m.






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