Halifax Pop Explosion Unveils Initial 2018 Lineup with Zola Jesus, Born Ruffians, CupcakKe

Cadence Weapon, Sean Leon, Helena Deland and more will also perform

BY Calum SlingerlandPublished Jun 12, 2018

Halifax Pop Explosion is set to take over the Maritime city with all manner of live shows and conferences this October, and ahead of the fest, organizers have lifted the curtain on the first batch of acts set to play this year's event.

The initial announcement reveals that Zola JesusBorn Ruffians, CupcakKe, Cadence Weapon, Sean Leon, Reuben and the Dark, Helena Deland, Fat Tony and Apple Cat will perform at this year's festival. They join the previously announced Port Cities (with Symphony Nova Scotia).

The 2018 edition of Halifax Pop Explosion will take place in various venues around the city from October 17 to 20.

A limited amount of early bird festival wristbands are on sale for $65.00 (plus taxes and fees). You can find them here. Find full festival information at the official Halifax Pop Explosion website.

Learn more about Halifax Pop Explosion on Exclaim!'s Festival Profiles.

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