Coldsnap 2025 is a five-day winter music festival in Prince George set for Feb. 5 to 9.
The music festival will celebrate its 18th year by showcasing a diverse lineup of high-calibre musicians from Canada and beyond.
Spanning five days and nights, the festival takes place at a variety of venues across the city, offering something for everyone.
Each year Coldsnap sees between 3,000 and 4,000 people enjoy the musical events, concerts and workshops alike.
The festival features ticketed mainstage concerts, including two special shows for children, three late night performances, and a series of free daytime community outreach events called IceJams.
Each night offers a unique musical experience, with genres ranging from roots, blues, alt-rock, and hip-hop to Celtic, jazz, and even world music. Performances are hosted in both lively, dance-friendly venues like the Prince George Legion and soft-seat concert settings like Knox Performance Centre.
First up is Breaking the Ice with Mama’s Broke, John Wort Hannam and Reckless Burning set for Wednesday, Feb. 5 at 7:30 p.m. at Knox Performance Centre, 1448 Fifth Ave., in downtown Prince George.
Coldsnap begins with an unforgettable evening of authentic folk and roots music, where soulful melodies and heartfelt lyrics resonate. Rich storytelling and heart-felt performances take centre stage, captivating audiences with songs that touch on life’s raw truths. Expect a blend of haunting harmonies and traditional influences, the website described.
Cutbank Ceilidh with Beòlach and Jocelyn Pettit is next up on Thursday, Feb. 6 at 7:30 p.m. at Knox Performance Centre.
This will be a night of traditional Celtic music, where lively fiddle tunes and dynamic footwork light up the stage, the website described. Cutbank Ceilidh brings a blend of traditional and modern sounds, weaving together melodies that celebrate rich cultural roots, the website described.
Pickin’ & Grinnin’ with The Slocan Ramblers and Under the Rocks goes Thursday, Feb. 6 at 10 p.m. at the Prince George Legion, 1116 Sixth Ave. This is a night of bluegrass filled with fast-paced picking and harmonies to keep the crowd dancing. With catchy rhythms and expert musicianship, this performance will see groups take on some favourites, the website described.
Harmonic Journeys features Cat Clyde, The Hearts, and Checkdown Charlie on Friday, Feb. 7 at 7:30 p.m. at Knox Performance Centre.
Enjoy the soulful sounds of folk-inspired melodies and harmonies. Expect an ear-pleasing mix of sonorous vocals, soulful storytelling, and lively rhythms that are sure to coax the audience into a connection with each song, the website described..
Sonic-Subterranean with Miesha & The Spanks, Wax Mannequin, and Joe Daniels is set for Friday, Feb. 7 at 10:30 p.m. at the Prince George Legion.
Friday night at the legion brings an exciting night of performances with raw energy and stunning artistry. Expect a highly potent synthesis of gritty rock, anthemic punk spirit, and soulful storytelling, punctuated with driving guitar riffs and throbbing beats, the website described.
Coldsnap for Kids – 1! with Robin Layne & The Rhythm Makers is set for Saturday, Feb. 8 at 1:30 p.m. at the Knox Performance Centre.
Get ready for a lively, interactive concert full of fun rhythms and playful melodies designed just for children. With upbeat tunes and exciting percussion, this show invites young listeners to dance and clap along. The performance is a joyful celebration of sound, introducing children to the wonders of rhythm and beat in a way that’s both engaging and educational, the website described.
Global Grooves with Kobo Town, Robin Layne & The Rhythm Makers, and Aquiles Tarumba is set for Saturday, Feb. 8 at 7:30 p.m. at the Knox Performance Centre.
This will be a bright night of world rhythm and sounds inspired by the Caribbean, as colourful percussion and catchy melodies set up the atmosphere. This concert offers a dynamic blend of tropical beats and stories combined with energetic grooves to take the audience to far-off lands. Expect an irresistible fusion of calypso, Afro-Latin, and roots influences that will keep everyone on the dance floor, the website described.
Dream Waves with St.Arnaud, The Garrys and Kate Pike & the Loose Boots goes Saturday, Feb. 8 at 10:30 p.m. at the Royal Canadian Legion.
The final night at the Legion, with support from friends at the Northern BC Queer Connection Society, expect an evening of dreamy melodies interspersed with tinted shades of nostalgia, where Indie rock hears surf tones ringing somewhat like a rhythmic lull. The show sees enticing choruses firmly united with the perspectives of lyricism which immerse listeners back to the hazy summer days, the website described.
Coldsnap for Kids - 2! with Ginalina goes Sunday, Feb. 9 at 1:10 p.m. at the Knox Performance Centre.
Step into a delightful musical experience tailored for children, where joyful melodies and heartfelt lyrics inspire imagination and play. This concert invites young listeners to sing, dance, and explore themes of friendship, nature, and kindness through engaging songs and stories. With a warm and inviting style, the performance connects with kids and families, creating moments of laughter, learning, and togetherness, the website described.
Roots & Reverie with Kaia Kater, Sechile Sedare and Amanda Wood goes Sunday Feb. 9 at 7:30 p.m. at Knox Performance Centre.
This will be an inspiring evening of soulful performances, where powerful vocals and stirring melodies come together to create an unforgettable experience. Each artist brings their unique blend of folk, roots, and blues, weaving stories of resilience, love, and identity. Expect an event rich in emotion, with raw, heartfelt lyrics and intricate rhythms that celebrate life’s complexities, the website described.
Coldsnap event passes are already sold out but tickets to each show are still available and range from $8 for the children’s shows to $35 for the mainstage performances.
For more information and tickets visit https://coldsnapfestival.tickit.ca/
