Sounds of summer: Here’s the Stage 1 lineup for Rotaryfest

RotaryFest is right around the corner — which means lots of free music from the local and not-so-local scene.

See the news release below for a full list of familiar faves playing on Stage 1 during the big three-day event: 

Stage 1 presented by OLG is set to rock with three days of free music at ROTARYFEST. Stage 1 will include local talent playing familiar favourites, including exciting new tribute acts to Sting and the Police, The Tragically Hip, and back by popular demand – ABBA Soo!

With a variety of genres from rock and pop to jazz, Stage 1 will have something everyone can enjoy, thanks to a major event sponsor – OLG, supporting Stage 1 for over two decades. “OLG is proud to sponsor several fantastic festivals and events across Ontario each year, including ROTARYFEST, the Sault’s Summer Festival! It’s just another one of the ways OLG helps Ontarians bring home the win!” said Esther Zdolec, OLG’s SVP People & Culture. “We are looking forward to another great event this year and are happy to be a part of bringing it to life for the residents of Sault Ste. Marie and the district of Algoma to enjoy. Check out the OLG float in the parade as our employees celebrate ROTARYFEST 2024!”

Take a look at the full lineup!

Thursday, July 18, 2024

6 p.m. - Pegasus

7 p.m. - Brendan Hodgson

8 p.m. - Generations

9:30 p.m. - ABBA SOO

Friday, July 19, 2024

5 p.m. - Mike Haggith

6 p.m.- Frank & Frank

7 p.m. - The Rhythm Junction

8 p.m. - The Luxury - A Tragically Hip Tribute

9 p.m. - Westridge

10:20 p.m. – Soundcheck

Saturday, July 20, 2024

12 p.m. - L!ME

1:15 p.m. - Northern Jazz Ensemble

2:15 p.m. - Steel Rock - Superior Heights Student Band

3:15 p.m. - Silent 9

4:15 p.m. – Flathead Ford

5:15 p.m. - BookcluB

6:15 p.m. - RPM

7:15 p.m. - The Way Backs

8:30 p.m. - Sound of Sting - A Sensational Tribute to Sting & The Police

10:30 p.m. - Double Down

“We have all been working hard behind the scenes for ROTARYFEST” shared Valerie Pluss, Stage 1 Director. “I had over 40 bands apply and I only had 17 spots to fill. It’s always a hard decision but with careful thought by the committee, we fulfilled what we hope will be an exciting year. The talent in this city is not only amazing but a great group of people to work with!”

Stage 1 is Presented by OLG and sponsored in part by Canadian Heritage.