Helix guitarist looking at the camera while playing live at CannaFest 2016, delivering an electrifying performance.

Canada Rock Fest

CannaFest 2016 – Rocking Grand Forks Like Never Before!

With a legendary lineup of classic rock icons and rising stars, CannaFest 2016 cemented itself as one of the greatest rock festivals in Canada. Fans left with amazing memories, ringing ears, and hearts full of rock ‘n’ roll. 💥 Get ready for the next CannaFest—because it only gets bigger from here! 🤘🔥
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CannaFest 2016 – A Rock-Packed Weekend in Grand Forks!

CannaFest 2016 brought another epic lineup of legendary rock acts and rising stars to Grand Forks, making it an unforgettable weekend of live music! With a mix of classic rock anthems, high-energy performances, and a crowd ready to rock, this was a festival to remember!

Friday, August 5 – A Night of Classic Rock Energy!

CannaFest 2016 launched with a high-energy lineup featuring local favorites and legendary rock acts, setting the tone for an unforgettable weekend. Maddog 2020 opened the festival with their signature hard-hitting rock sound, getting the crowd amped up right from the start. Colin Wiebe followed with a soulful and engaging performance, bringing his smooth vocals and classic rock influences to the stage. The Vindicators kept the momentum going, delivering powerful riffs and infectious energy, setting the perfect stage for the rock legends to come.

As night fell, Toronto featuring Holly Woods took over, mesmerizing the crowd with Holly’s commanding vocals and timeless anthems like Your Daddy Don’t Know and Even the Score. Chilliwack continued the wave of nostalgia, keeping fans singing along to classics like Fly at Night and My Girl (Gone, Gone, Gone). Closing out the night, Sass Jordan brought pure rock and blues swagger, captivating the audience with her raw energy and powerhouse performances of High Road Easy and Make You a Believer. 🎸🔥

  • Maddog 2020

    Mad Dog set the tone for the weekend with an explosive performance, delivering high-energy rock and getting the crowd ready for an epic festival! 🎶🔥

  • Colin Wiebe Band

    The Colin Wiebe Band rocked the stage with their signature sound, blending classic rock influences with modern energy to keep fans on their feet! 🎸

  • Vindicators

    The Vindicators delivered a hard-hitting set filled with electrifying riffs and classic rock vibes, proving why they belong on the CannaFest stage! 🤘

  • Toronto with Holly Woods

    Toronto had the crowd singing along to hits like “Your Daddy Don’t Know”, reminding everyone why they remain one of Canada’s most beloved classic rock bands. 🎤🔥

  • Chilliwack

    Chilliwack took the audience on a journey through their greatest hits, delivering “Fly at Night” and “My Girl (Gone, Gone, Gone)” with perfection. 🎶

  • Sass Jordan

    Closing out the night, Sass Jordan brought her powerhouse vocals to the stage, thrilling fans with songs like “Make You a Believer” and proving why she’s a rock queen! 👑🔥

Saturday, August 6 – A Full Day of Non-Stop Rock!

The final night of CannaFest 2016 was packed with iconic performances, delivering back-to-back classic rock anthems and electrifying energy. Rod Black kicked off the night with his country-rock fusion, warming up the crowd for an evening of pure rock intensity. Whiskey Throttle followed, bringing hard-driving riffs and adrenaline-fueled energy to the stage.

As the night progressed, Doug and the Slugs lightened the mood with their blend of rock, pop, and humor, getting the audience dancing to hits like Too Bad and Making It Work. Then came Helix, who cranked up the volume with their signature hard-rock sound, belting out anthems like Rock You and Heavy Metal Love. Headpins, fronted by the legendary Darby Mills, kept the energy high with explosive performances of Don’t It Make Ya Feel and Turn It Loud, showcasing their powerhouse vocals and blistering guitar work.

To close out CannaFest 2016, Honeymoon Suite delivered a stadium-worthy performance, leaving the audience in awe with massive hits like New Girl Now and Feel It Again. As fans sang along under the night sky, it was clear that CannaFest 2016 had solidified its place as one of Canada’s greatest rock festivals—and it was only getting bigger! 🤘🔥

  • Rod Black

    Rod Black opened Saturday’s lineup with a country-rock fusion, warming up the crowd for the rock-filled day ahead! 🎸

  • Whiskey Throttle

    Bringing raw energy and intense guitar riffs, Whiskey Throttle pumped up the festival with a hard-hitting rock performance! 🤘🔥

  • Doug and the Slugs

    Doug and The Slugs brought their fun, upbeat sound, turning CannaFest into a full-fledged dance party with their timeless hits! 🎤🎉

  • Helix

    One of the most anticipated acts, Helix rocked the stage with an adrenaline-fueled set, belting out classics like “Rock You” and “Heavy Metal Love” to an electrified crowd! 🤘🔥

  • Headpins

    Headpins brought the heat with their high-energy performance, thrilling fans with **powerful vocals and classic rock anthems**! 🎤🔥

  • Honeymoon Suite

    Closing out the festival, Honeymoon Suite gave a show-stopping performance, playing legendary tracks like “New Girl Now” and “Feel It Again”, ending CannaFest 2016 on an unforgettable high note! 🎶🔥

Final Thoughts

Following the success of its debut, CannaFest 2016 expanded its reach, bringing in even more classic rock legends. With Chilliwack, Sass Jordan, April Wine, and Honeymoon Suite delivering powerful performances, fans knew they were part of something special. The energy was electric, the music was unforgettable, and the weekend proved that CannaFest was here to stay. From the first note to the final encore, 2016 was a festival for the ages.