Paris Music Festival to Feature Sam Roberts Band, Matt Mays, and SHEBAD in 2025
In its sixth year, the annual Paris Drinks Fest, a two-day music festival in Paris, ON, has released the lineup for its 2025 edition. The event is scheduled to take place on August 15 and 16 at the Syl Apps Community Centre’s Two Rivers Stadium. The festival will feature an impressive lineup of Canadian artists, including performances by Sam Roberts Band, Matt Mays, Born in the Eighties, Shania Twink (an all-queer cover band led by CJ Wiley), Altameda, Trash Panda Brass, the Wild High, Absolute Losers, and SHEBAD, recent graduates of the Exclaim! Class of 2025.
In addition to the exceptional live music lineup, Paris Drinks Fest will offer a wide selection of food and drinks from over 25 local vendors. Tickets for the event are currently available for purchase, with Early Bird pricing offered for a limited time.
Last year’s Paris Drinks Fest featured memorable performances by Wintersleep, Two Hours Traffic, Dwayne Gretzky, and more. The upcoming 2025 edition promises to deliver another incredible music experience for festival-goers.
Across the music scene in Canada, there are various festivals and concerts featuring incredible artists. Edmonton recently introduced a new rock festival, boasting headliners such as Weezer, Def Leppard, and Joan Jett. The Norfolk County Fairgrounds Festival in 2024 showcased performances by Sam Roberts Band and Theory of a Deadman. Additionally, the Jackson-Triggs Amphitheatre in Niagara welcomed Bruce Cockburn, Bahamas, and the Sam Roberts Band for its 2024 concert series.
Meanwhile, Matt Mays, known for his captivating performances, is set to bring his music to audiences in Nova Scotia’s Sundown Salut, alongside The Sheepdogs and Kathleen Edwards. Other notable artists like Tom Cochrane, Half Moon Run, and TALK are leading the summer concert lineup in Picton’s Base31. Blue Rodeo also announced their annual summer show at the Budweiser Stage in Toronto.
For fans of Sam Roberts Band and Matt Mays, upcoming tour dates are scheduled in cities such as Niagara Falls, Southampton, and Edmonton, offering music enthusiasts the chance to experience these talented artists live in concert.
The Paris Drinks Fest continues to be a highlight in the Canadian music festival scene, showcasing both established and emerging artists while providing a vibrant celebration of music and community. With its impressive lineup and diverse offerings, the 2025 edition promises to be another success filled with memorable performances and unforgettable experiences for attendees.