The Electric Highway Festival 2025: A Cosmic Farewell
Celebrating a Decade of Music and Community
After nearly ten years of uniting music lovers, artists, and communities, the Electric Highway Festival (formerly known as the 420 Music & Arts Festival) is set to embark on its final journey. Due to ongoing health challenges faced by the festival’s curators, 2025 will mark the last edition of this beloved event, promising a grand finale that will resonate in the memories of attendees.
From 420 to Electric Highway
What began as the 420 Music & Arts Festival in 2017 has transformed into the Electric Highway, showcasing an impressive roster of heavy rock, doom, and psychedelic bands from across North America. Over the years, the festival has played host to iconic acts like Wo Fat, Crobot, Dopethrone, and Sasquatch, creating unforgettable experiences that celebrate the passion for music.
Final Lineup Announcement
Festival organizers have unveiled a stellar lineup for the final edition, set to take place on April 4 and 5, 2025, at Dickens Pub in Calgary, Alberta. Headlining the event will be the Canadian sludge metal veterans BISON and the doom metal powerhouse CASTLE. Joining them will be Southern California’s FEVER DOG and a selection of talented Western Canadian bands, including LA CHINGA, BUFFALO BUD BUSTER, THE GETMINES, and 88 MILE TRIP.
Your Last Chance to Join the Electric Highway Experience
This festival offers a unique opportunity to be part of the Electric Highway experience one last time. With a lineup designed to ignite the senses, this final ride promises to be a memorable celebration of music and community.
Event Details
Date: April 4 & 5, 2025
Location: Dickens Pub (1000 9 Ave SW), Calgary, AB
Ticket Information
Advance two-day passes are available for $75, while single-day tickets can be purchased for $40 on Friday and $45 on Saturday. Tickets can be obtained through the festival’s website: www.theelectrichighway.ca/festivalstore/.
Friday and Saturday Lineup Breakdown
Friday, April 4, 2025
- Castle (San Francisco/Vancouver)
- Buffalo Bud Buster (Calgary)
- Blacksmith and Brewer (Vancouver)
- CHÛNK (Vancouver)
- Hydracat (Edmonton)
- The Astral Prophets (Calgary)
- BUNS (Calgary)
Doors open at 5 PM, with the show starting at 6 PM.
Saturday, April 5, 2025
- Bison (Vancouver)
- La Chinga (Vancouver)
- Fever Dog (Southern California)
- The Getmines (Vancouver)
- 88 Mile Trip (Vancouver)
- Lover (Calgary)
- GEOFF (Calgary)
Doors open at 5 PM, with the show starting at 6 PM.
Festival Highlights
The Electric Highway Festival showcases a diverse array of genres, including Desert Rock, Stoner Metal, Doom, Sludge, Trippy Psychedelic, Surf Rock, and many more. In addition to the music, attendees can explore a vendor area featuring unique goods and merchandise.
Conclusion
The Electric Highway Festival has been a cornerstone of Calgary’s music scene, and its final edition promises to be a celebration to remember. As fans gather to bid farewell to this iconic festival, the memories created will undoubtedly last a lifetime. Don’t miss your chance to be part of history—join us for one last cosmic bang!
FAQs
What are the dates and location of the festival?
The festival will take place on April 4 and 5, 2025, at Dickens Pub in Calgary, Alberta.
How much are the tickets for the festival?
Advance two-day passes are available for $75, with single-day tickets priced at $40 for Friday and $45 for Saturday.
Where can I purchase tickets?
Tickets can be purchased through the festival’s official website: www.theelectrichighway.ca/festivalstore/.
Who are the headliners for the final festival?
The headliners for the final festival include BISON and CASTLE, along with several other talented bands.
