The Hip Machine photo of band members performing

Petrolia, ON – June 18, 2025 – Lambton County Developmental Services (LCDS) is proud to mark its 70th anniversary with a celebration that brings the entire community together. In partnership with the Town of Petrolia, LCDS is hosting a free outdoor concert on Saturday, June 21 at the Petrolia Farmers’ Market—and everyone is invited!

The evening will feature The Hip Machine, a high-energy tribute to Canadian rock legends The Tragically Hip, with Lambton’s own Colt McLauchlin opening the show and setting the tone for a night of live music and summer fun.

“We’re thrilled to celebrate 70 years of inclusion, support, and community with an event that reflects the spirit of LCDS,” said Nick Salaris, Executive Director of LCDS. “This concert is our way of saying thank you to the people of Petrolia and Lambton County for their ongoing support.”

Event Details:

📍 Petrolia Farmers’ Market

🗓️ Saturday, June 21, 2025

 

❤️ Donations of non-perishable food or cash will be accepted in support of the Petrolia Community Refrigerator & Food Bank

 

đź•• Gates open at 6:00 PM (Bring your lawn chair!)

Community Highlights Include:

🍔 Delicious food from the Lions Club Food Truck and Optimist BBQ

🍻 On-site cash bar

🚌 Free shuttle service around Petrolia courtesy of Lang’s Bus Services

🎟️ Petrolia Kiwanis 50/50 Raffle

Lang’s Bus Lines have generously donated free shuttle service for the evening, with 27 stops on two routes throughout the Town of Petrolia. Shuttles to the Petrolia Farmers Market run between 6PM and 8PM, while the return shuttles begin at 10:30PM until 11:30PM.

Special thanks to our generous sponsors: Wayjax, Bluewater Power, RBC, Plains, Main Street Credit Union, and Lang’s Bus Lines.

Thanks also to the Town of Petrolia and Parks and Recreation for partnering with us for this event.