Rockān August
August 5 - 9, 2025
Classic Cars, Live Music, & Driving Change for Diabetes
Since 1996, Rockān August has been more than just a festivalāit's a community-driven effort to fuel the fight against diabetes through a unique blend of classic cars and timeless music.
Born from a partnership with the Alberta Diabetes Foundation, this event has become a summer tradition in St. Albert, drawing enthusiasts from across Western Canada and the United States.

Drive In, Rock Out, & Win Big
Plan Your Rockān August Experience
Secure Your Spot Today!
With our streamlined booking platform, you can reserve your spot in just a few clicks. Be part of an unforgettable celebration that supports a great cause.
Showcase Your Classic Ride
Rockān August welcomes classic vehicles of all years to join the celebration! Showcase your ride, connect with fellow enthusiasts, and be part of an unforgettable event.
Classic Car for a Cure Lottery
Rockān August helps drive diabetes research through the Classic Car for a Cure Lottery 2024/25. Each ticket sale funds vital research. Support a great cause and win big!
For more information, visit Rockān August or email rmarsden@abdiabetes.com.
Register for Rockān August online at Eventbrite.
Our Legacy of Rockān August
Rockān August has grown into one of Western Canadaās most celebrated festivals, proudly standing as St. Albert's third-largest annual event. Supported by a coalition of local organizations, including the Edmonton and St. Albert Cosmopolitan Clubs, the St. Albert Cruisers, the Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie #2102, and the St. Albert Chamber of Commerce, this event embodies the spirit of community and charity.
Each year, the Mayor of St. Albert officially declares Rockān August Week, celebrating the cars, the music, and the communityās commitment to a vital cause.
Over the years, Rockān August has showcased over 950 extraordinary automobiles, attracting crowds that share a passion for vintage vehicles and a desire to make a difference.

Why We Rockān August
Driving Change in Diabetes Research
Funding Diabetes Research
Diabetes affects one in four Canadians, fueling Rockān Augustās mission. Every dollar raised supports cutting-edge research in Alberta.
Over $1.6 Million Raised
Since its inception, Rockān August, along with its partners and participants, has raised over $1.6 M for life-saving diabetes research.
Keeping Funds Local, Fueling Innovation
Through ADF, the funds raised stay within the province, supporting local researchers who are tirelessly working toward a cure.
Join Us at Rockān August!
Be part of this incredible event that brings together cars, music, and a mission to defeat diabetes.
Whether youāre attending, showcasing your classic car, or entering the Classic Car for a Cure Lottery, your participation helps drive the future of diabetes research.







