Bluewater BorderFest has announced its full three-day lineup for 2025, with headliners including Billy Talent, The Fray, and Chase Rice. The music festival is scheduled for June 19–21 at Sarnia’s waterfront, continuing its annual tradition as one of Ontario’s largest early-summer concerts.
The festival opens Thursday, June 19 with country headliner Chase Rice, joined by James Barker Band and Madeline Merlo.
Friday, June 20 features The Fray, along with performances by Big Wreck, Kim Mitchell, and Econoline Crush. Organizers have designated this evening as a First Responders Appreciation Night, recognizing EMS, fire services, police, nurses, military, dispatchers, and frontline medical staff.
Saturday, June 21 will close the festival with a headline performance by Canadian rock band Billy Talent, supported by Hinder, Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, and Faber Drive.
This year’s festival brings together a mix of Canadian and international acts across country, rock, and alternative genres. Additional performers include Bluewater BorderFest alumni and new artists appearing for the first time in Sarnia.
The event draws thousands of attendees annually and has become a key part of the region’s summer tourism calendar.
For tickets and full festival information, visit www.BluewaterBorderFest.ca.
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