Rock the River in Saskatoon - Aug 16, 2026

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Colin James

2 concerts

Canadian guitarist Colin James is a multi-platinum artist with 21 albums, 8 Juno Awards, and 31 Maple Blues Awards. His 1988 debut became the fastest-selling album in Canadian history. He also launched a swing revival with his Little Big Band and entered the Canadian Music Industry Hall of Fame in 2013.

Starship

3 concerts

Formed in 1985 following a lawsuit over the name Jefferson Starship, Starship performed a polished pop/rock style. Led by Grace Slick and Mickey Thomas, the group achieved mid-eighties chart-topping hits including We Built This City, Sara, and Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now before becoming inactive in the early nineties.

Haywire

13 concerts

Formed in Prince Edward Island, Canada in 1982, rock band Haywire includes members Marvin Birt, Paul MacAusland, David Rashed, Ron Switzer, and Sean Kilbride. Signed to Attic Records, they released their debut album Bad Boys in 1986, followed by Don't Just Stand There and Nuthouse.

Rock the River

Rock the River is Saskatchewan's premier classic rock festival, originating in Saskatoon. It unites generations of music fans for unforgettable live performances, celebrating iconic artists and timeless rock anthems. The festival is well-known for consistently selling out and drawing big names in rock and roll.

Black Tea

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Rotary Park

212 Saskatchewan Cres East, Saskatoon Directions

Rock the River in Saskatoon, SK

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Rotary Park

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