Artist Lineup
From crowd-favourite tribute acts to powerhouse live bands, the lineup is stacked with the sounds you know and love, all set against a mountain backdrop made for live music.
Friday, August 28
Subaru Stage |
The Burnouts: Green Day Tribute
The Burnouts bring the raw energy and attitude of Green Day to life with a high-octane tribute to the band that defined a generation. Expect all the iconic hits from Basketcase to Holiday, fast-paced anthems, and crowd-fuelled moments that turn every set into a full-on punk rock throwback.
Saturday, August 29
Subaru Stage | 8:30pm
2026 Headliner: The Carpet Frogs
RockFest headliners The Carpet Frogs bring decades of powerhouse rock experience to the stage, with a legacy that includes touring alongside legends like Burton Cummings and Randy Bachman.
Subaru Stage | 1 - 4PM
Drew Wright
Drew’s musical journey began early, starting on drums before picking up guitar and fronting a rock band by age 15. After studying production and sound engineering at the Harris Institute in Toronto, he returned to Collingwood and formed Malleus, gaining local recognition and radio play after winning Rock 95’s Local and Loud competition.
He later placed third on Canadian Idol, touring nationally before continuing with projects like Fall and Divide, opening for major acts across Canada. Today, Drew performs regularly through acoustic sets and with his rock cover band Vaudevillain, bringing his versatility and passion to stages across the region.
Subaru Stage | 7:15pm
Opener: Madison Galloway
Madison Galloway is a rising roots-rock artist from Fergus, Ontario, known for her soulful voice, standout guitar work, and magnetic stage presence. Blending bluesy grit with heartfelt songwriting, she has performed on hundreds of stages across Canada and beyond, sharing the spotlight with artists like Burton Cummings, Walk Off The Earth, and 54-40.
Since her 2015 debut, Madison has continued to build momentum with releases like Moon & Mercury and the standout single “Open Your Eyes,” which has earned strong streaming numbers and playlist recognition. With her latest album out now, she continues to captivate audiences with her dynamic sound and high-energy performances.
Subaru Stage | 8:30pm
2026 Headliner: The Carpet Frogs
The Carpet Frogs are a seasoned Canadian rock band with roots dating back to Toronto’s club scene in the early 1990s. Known for their tight musicianship and dynamic live shows, they built a strong following through original releases like Frog Curry and years of touring, earning award nominations and sharing stages with acts such as Cheap Trick, Styx, and Loverboy.
Their career reached new heights when they became the touring and recording band for legends Burton Cummings and Randy Bachman, performing across North America, including major events like Live 8 and the Vancouver Olympics. With decades of experience and a reputation as one of Canada’s most in-demand live acts, The Carpet Frogs continue to deliver powerful, crowd-pleasing performances.
Sunday, August 30
Subaru Stage | 12:30 - 3:30pm
Peasant Kings
Peasant Kings are an upbeat and entertaining 4-piece classic rock and blues band from Barrie Ontario. The band formed in 2018 from a collection of rock and blues loving musicians who met through the local music scene. Influenced by the great sounds of Tom Petty, The Rolling Stones and Eric Clapton amongst others, their unique brand of entertainment fuses incredible guitars and a tight rhythm section with audience interaction and witty stage banter that will make you want to dance and sing all night. Winners of The Barrie Advance Reader’s Choice Award 2020 - Best Local Band , they have opened for the likes of The Northern Pikes, Sass Jordan, Kim Mitchell, Rik Emmett and Honeymoon Suite.