Canadian rock band Triumph return to the stage for special playoff performance at Ice District

Triumph, a Canadian rock band from the 1970s, was inducted into Canada's Walk of Fame in 2019. They will play at Ice District for Game 2 of the Stanley Cup finals on June 6, 2025. (Photo: Facebook/Triumph)

A couple of Canadian rock bands will set the mood in Ice District ahead of Game 2 on Friday.

The Glorious Sons and Triumph will play a free concert ahead of the Edmonton Oilers’ second Stanley Cup final game against the Florida Panthers.

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Triumph, known for top-40 hit Hold On and the hockey-fan rallying favourite Lay it on the Line, will take to the stage for the first time since 2008 for a three-song performance, while Glorious Sons will headline with a full set.

The concert begins at 3:40 p.m. in the fan park outside Rogers Place and is open to all ages.

“We’re thrilled to bring Triumph to the Rogers Festival at the Final,” said Terrie Tweddle, chief brand and communications officer with Rogers.

“Together with The Glorious Sons we know Oilers fans will enjoy a fantastic show ahead of Game 2.”

The Oilers secured the first win of the final series on Wednesday night during overtime.

Puck drop on Friday is at 6 p.m. MT.