Hello Summer Fort McMurray: Your Summer Starts Here
Fort McMurray, brace yourselves - Hello Summer is roaring into town on July 5 and 6 at SMS Equipment Stadium in MacDonald Island Park, and it’s about to set our summer on fire!
Experience the Ultimate Summer Power-Up
Imagine two electrifying nights where the heat isn’t just in the Alberta sun - it’s in the energy pulsing through the crowd. From the moment the gates swing open, you’ll be swept into a whirlwind of community spirit, pulsating live rock anthems, and those spontaneous festival moments you’ll replay in your mind all season long.
Feel the Rush: Thunderous live performances from Canada’s best rock icons will have you on your feet, hands in the air, and singing at the top of your lungs.
Savour the Flavours: A lineup of local food trucks means every craving - sweet, savory, or sizzling - is just steps away. Here are the foods you will find on site:
Hoy Pinoy
Maria's Sweets Ice Cream Truck
SunKissed Frost Treats
Fort McMurray Food Truck
The Lunch Box
Three Boyz Coffee
Drink Cartel
MIP Food Truck
Craft Beer Samples: Drop by the sample tents for delicious brews from Shiddys Distilling, Sea Change Brewing Co., Alley Kat Brewing Co., & Drum Brewing. Find your new favourite and then stop by any bar for a full-size pour!
Caesar Bar: Is it really summer in Fort McMurray if there isn’t a Caesar in your hand? We don’t think so - so we’ve added this for all the Caesar fans!
Own the Moment: Whether you’ve chosen to be in the stands or on the field, you choose your perfect vantage point to take in all the action.
Why This Is Unmissable
Hello Summer isn’t just “another event.” It’s our collective shout of joy, our declaration that Fort McMurray knows how to live and how to launch an unforgettable season together. Here neighbours become friends, families forge new memories, and visiting guests discover the heartbeat of our community.
Secure Your Spot - Before It’s Too Late
Get your passes now at macdonaldisland.ca/hello-summer
Bring your favourite blanket, rally your crew, and prepare for two nights that will define your summer 2025 story!
This Festival is Fueled by our Community Partners including:
AlumaSafway
United Rentals
Mr. Liquor
play103.7 and 100.5 Cruz FM
Country 93.3 and 97.9 ROCK
Pattison Outdoor Advertising
Pomeroy
Culligan Water
Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo
Shiddys Distilling
Sea Change Brewing Co.
Drum Brewing
Alley Kat
Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo Economic Development & Tourism
Kicking Horse Pub
Black Horse Pub
Boston Pizza