Arkells present The Rally

Categories: Downtown Hamilton, Events, Music, Pop, Top Event

June 21, 2025

Kick off your summer right at The Rally with the Arkells in Hamilton!

One of Hamilton's favourite bands - and one of Canada's most popular - is back this summer for a much-anticipated hometown show at Hamilton Stadium.

• Enjoy more than just an amazing concert as The Rally brings together community partners for a fun weekend celebrating Hamilton. 
• Special guests will include Portugal The Man, Valley, and Seago. 
• Come early and explore The Rally Market, presented by Hamilton Flea, where you can wander through local vendors and find unique Hamilton treasures. 
• The band was formed in Hamilton, Ontario and named after Arkell Street in the Westdale neighbourhood where they lived near McMaster University. 
• Get excited for our Ultimate Night Out Arkells Style Contest. We're hooking up one lucky winner with an epic prize pack including two tickets to The Rally, $250 worth of dining gift cards, and a one-night stay in the city. Enter for your chance to win today!

While You're Here

• Plan your visit with our East End Guide and Downtown Guide, packed with things to see, do and eat before and after the concert.
• Check out our Getting Here and Getting Around tips for a seamless trip.
• GO Trains now run every hour between Toronto's Union Station and Hamilton's West Harbour GO Station, with local bus (HSR) connections to Hamilton Stadium.
• Visit our Accommodations Guide for all your overnight needs.

Left header image photo credit: @thedeviantrogue