After a four year absence, Rifflandia Festival will make its long awaited return this September 15th-18th. Flagship venues include The Park (Royal Athletic Park) and Electric Avenue (Arts and Innovation District). This year’s lineup features Lorde, Charli XCX, Lauv, Cypress Hill, Black Pumas, Ben Harper, and so many more! The Park (licensed, all ages) will again feature two stages and play host to some of the festival’s biggest acts. Music lovers of all ages can take in the performances and experience a full array of exciting festival amenities, vendors and activations. Electric Avenue (licensed,19+) returns as Rifflandia’s main night attraction, featuring the legendary Phillips Backyard and six new stages located in the The Powerhouse and Club KWENCH, including an immersive geodesic dome. "It feels amazing to be bringing this event back to the city we love! Our lineup is exceptional this year, and we are working hard to create an elevated festival experience that celebrates our past while launching us into the future!" – Nick Blasko, President & CEO, Rifflandia Festival About Rifflandia Established in 2008, Rifflandia Festival is one of the longest running large-scale music & arts festivals in Western Canada. Spanning four days every September (hence the slogan “September Forever”) a unique combination of the urban decentralized festival at Electric Avenue, with the traditional grassy field festival experience at The Park, Rifflandia welcomes over 40,000 music lovers to Victoria BC for performances by top international and national acts alongside new and emerging artists. As a beloved staple in the Province’s Capital City, Rifflandia compliments the city’s culture of supporting locals by featuring Victoria based businesses such as food & beverage entrepreneurs and creative artisans.