Back to SearchCanadian Country Star Tim Hicks Set to Rock Wasaga Beach on February 7, 2025
Chart-topping artist will perform at the Wasaga Stars Arena, following in the footsteps of Canadian rock icons Burton Cummings and Blue Rodeo; Tickets are on sale now
“The Town of Wasaga Beach is thrilled to welcome Canadian country star, Tim Hicks, back to Wasaga Beach on February 7,” said Mayor Brian Smith. “Wasaga Beach has a rich history of hosting spectacular performances by some of Canada’s – and Ontario’s – greatest musical talent. This year, the Town delivered our first winter music festival in our new state-of-the-art arena, featuring rock legends Burton Cummings and Blue Rodeo. As part of our summer live music lineup, we celebrated under the stars with the Strumbellas, the Carpet Frogs and Canadian music icon Tom Cochrane. We look forward to continuing this tradition of celebrating home-grown talent by welcoming Tim Hicks back to Wasaga Beach. This holiday season, give the gift that will keep on giving – get tickets now before they’re all gone.”
Wasaga Beach – Canadian country star Tim Hicks is set to make his highly anticipated return to Wasaga Beach on February 7, 2025. The multi-platinum and JUNO Award-nominated artist will perform at the Town’s new Wasaga Stars Arena, following in the footsteps of Canadian music icons Burton Cummings and Blue Rodeo.
Renowned for his energetic party anthems, including Stronger Beer, Get By, and What a Song Should Do, Hicks will light up the stage at 544 River Road West in what is promised to be an unforgettable evening of live music.
“Wasaga Beach is a special community, and not just because it has the longest, most incredible, freshwater beach in the world. The fun doesn’t end when the snow arrives – residents are warm and welcoming, local businesses roll out the red carpet, and the fans are amazing. This is a town with a long history of appreciating live music. This is going to be an amazing show in our amazing new venue,” added Mayor Smith.
Hosted by Wasaga Beach Sports and Entertainment and presented by Stonebridge and Wasaga Distribution, this high-energy show will also feature an opening performance by the River Town Saints.
Tickets are on sale now through Ticketmaster and at wbse.ca.
Prices range from $80 to $125 (plus fees and taxes).
The perfect gift for the holidays! For a limited time only, General Admission floor tickets are on sale for just $99 (plus fees and taxes).
Event details
- Doors Open: 6:00 PM
- Opening Act - River Town Saints: 7:45 PM
- Headliner - Tim Hicks: 9:30 PM
- All ages
- Licensed Bar: A fully licensed bar will be available for attendees of legal drinking age
- Limited on-site parking is available: $20 per vehicle (cash only)
QUICK FACTS
- Wasaga Beach is home to the longest freshwater beach in the world. Each year, the Town welcomes almost 2 million visitors to our iconic Ontario beachfront community.
- Tim Hicks last performed in Wasaga Beach as the headliner for 2017 Canada Day festivities.
- In August 2023, over 12,000 attendees gathered at the Town's iconic Beach Area 1 for the annual Memories of Summer music festival, which featured electrifying live performances by The Carpet Frogs and Canadian music icons, April Wine, followed by a large fireworks display.
- In February 2024, Wasaga Beach delivered its first winter music festival, Breaking the Ice, featuring live performances by Canadian rock legends Burton Cummings and Blue Rodeo. Over 6000 people attended and almost half of festival attendees visited from out of town.
- To round off the 2024 live music summer season, Wasaga Beach welcomed Canadian music icon Tom Cochrane to town.
About Wasaga Beach
The Town of Wasaga Beach is a place where people come to create memories that will last a lifetime. Large live music events, festivals and other programming supports this vision and Council’s priorities: to create opportunities to diversify the economy, create jobs and build a complete community. It’s part of the Town’s plan to become a leader in sustainability, creativity, innovation and fun – a place with thriving businesses and safe, inclusive and complete neighbourhoods, where we celebrate our rich history, diversity of cultures, and natural beauty, including the Nottawasaga River, Georgian Bay and the longest freshwater beach in the world.
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Media contact:
Sandra Watts
Director of Strategic Communications & Intergovernmental Affairs
General inquiries, including sponsorships:
Gerry Marshall
Director, Wasaga Beach Sports and Entertainment
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