Kicking off the night was Surf Hat, a groovy surf rock band hailing from Squamish, British Columbia. The four-piece group instantly set the tone with warm, uplifting vibes that washed over the crowd. Their sound felt like sunshine—light, rhythmic, and effortlessly fun.
Having spent the past few years touring smaller venues across Canada, Surf Hat is clearly building momentum, and their performance proved why they’re a band to watch. Their set was as much visual as it was musical, with all four members breaking into eccentric, groovy dance moves that matched the laid-back energy of their songs.