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10 Best EDM Festivals in Canada to Check Out in 2025

Updated: Sep 22

If you're planning your festival season in 2025 and want to catch some of the most exciting electronic music events in North America, Canada should be high on your radar. From massive city festivals with stacked lineups to intimate forest raves tucked deep in the wilderness, the Canadian EDM scene is seriously underrated and absolutely thriving.


In this guide, I’m highlighting 10 of the best EDM festivals in Canada for 2025. If you’re chasing bass in BC, house music in Toronto, or art-forward vibes on the East Coast, these are the fests worth planning your summer around.


Discover the Beat: Top EDM Festivals in Canada for 2025


1. Shambhala Music Festival – Salmo, BC

Dates: July 25–28, 2025

Vibes: Psychedelic, immersive, transformational


Let’s start with the legend. There’s nothing quite like Shambhala. It’s a fully immersive weekend where everything from the sound to the setting feels dialed into another level. Held at the stunning Salmo River Ranch, this off-grid festival is known for its six wildly unique stages and epic sound systems. Moreover, it has a no-alcohol, sponsor-free approach that keeps the focus on music, art, and connection. If you only hit one festival this year, make it Shambs.


2. Bass Coast Festival – Merritt, BC

Dates: July 11–14, 2025

Vibes: Creative, forward-thinking, immersive

Website: basscoast.ca


Bass Coast is where artists, audiophiles, and fashion enthusiasts gather. This boutique festival is famous for its genre-pushing lineup, showcasing left-field bass, breaks, techno, and more. It also features immersive art installations. If you're looking for a festival that values innovation, community, and self-expression, then this is your vibe.


3. ÎLESONIQ – Montreal, QC

Dates: August 9–10, 2025

Vibes: High energy, mainstage bangers, urban rave

Website: ilesoniq.com


City rave? Say less. ÎLESONIQ takes over Parc Jean-Drapeau for two packed days of EDM, bass, house, and hip-hop. It’s a perfect option if you want to see huge names yet still sleep in a hotel. Let’s be real, partying in Montreal is always a good time.


4. ValhallaFest – Terrace, BC

Dates: June 20–22, 2025

Vibes: Intimate, forest rave, community-driven

Website: valhallafest.ca


ValhallaFest is one of those hidden gems that feels like a secret you want to share, but not too much. Set in the lush forests of Northern BC, this small-but-mighty festival blends grassroots production with three unique stages. Expect forest lasers, PK speakers, and pure high-vibe energy in this magical setting.


Planning your 2025 rave season? Discover 10 of the best EDM festivals across Canada- including hidden gems like ValhallaFest in the BC forest. From city raves to off-grid gatherings, this guide has you covered.

5. Wicked Woods – Fairmont Hot Springs, BC

Dates: August 29–September 1, 2025

Vibes: Intimate, bass-heavy, relaxed


If you enjoy deep bass paired with stunning scenery, Wicked Woods has you covered. It’s cozy, welcoming, and filled with surprises! Expect an ultra-loyal community and a stacked lineup that exceeds its size. The festival features late-night sets, interactive art, and a strong focus on West Coast bass culture.


6. Future Forest – New Brunswick

Dates: August 7–11, 2025

Vibes: Raw, forested, East Coast underground

Website: futureforest.ca


Future Forest is the ultimate off-grid experience. No service, no distractions—just three days of bass, techno, progressive, and psytrance in the middle of the woods. With art installations and workshops, it’s a full-on East Coast rave retreat. Bring your flow toys and an open mind.


7. Veld Music Festival – Toronto, ON

Dates: August 1–3, 2025

Vibes: Mainstream, mega-fest, full throttle


Veld is Canada’s biggest EDM party. Held at Downsview Park in Toronto, it features three days filled with huge names, insane production, and shoulder-to-shoulder dancing. If you're into massive crowds, chart-topping DJs, and unrelenting energy, this festival is a must-attend.


🎉 8. Rifflandia Festival – Victoria, BC

Dates: September 11–14, 2025

Vibes: Eclectic, artsy, inclusive

Website: rifflandia.com


Rifflandia may not be solely EDM, but don’t sleep on its dance music offerings. The 2025 lineup includes WHIPPED CREAM, Mat the Alien, and a Daft Punk tribute by the Victoria Symphony. It's quirky, coastal, and it offers something for everyone (even your non-raver friends).


☀️ 9. Chasing Summer – Calgary, AB

Dates: August 2–3, 2025

Vibes: Outdoor rave, big names, sunny energy


Big names, open skies, and zero fluff. Chasing Summer is Western Canada’s largest outdoor EDM festival, bringing major acts to Calgary for a two-day summer blowout. Experience a vibrant atmosphere minus the tents and mud—just sun, sound, and good times.


🎶 10. Electric Love Music Festival – Pritchard, BC

Dates: August 8–10, 2025

Vibes: Colourful, diverse, inclusive


Electric Love turns 10 this year, and it's going all out. With four themed stages, a friendly community vibe, and a beautifully diverse lineup, this festival balances dancefloor fun with creative expression. Come for the music, stay for the Arcade Stage.


Why Experience Canadian EDM Festivals?


So which EDM festival in Canada are you going to? The Canadian EDM scene is stacked with unforgettable experiences, from the West Coast to the East Coast. If you're seeking adventure, these festivals are the perfect way to discover new corners of the country and add to your fest fam.


Explore gathering spaces where community thrives, and music impacts. Attend to support the festivals shaping this culture. Plus, you can check out rave tips, packing lists, outfit inspiration, and more at The Trippy Stuff. Let’s make 2025 your best festival season yet! ✌️

 
 
 
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