Photo: Hot Knox

The Great Okanagan Beer Festival has announced its music lineup for this spring's event.

Four live bands plus a DJ will perform on May 12 at Waterfront Park.

Saturday’s lineup will see local band Hot Knox take the stage first, offering up a unique blend of soulful summertime sounds. Also based out of Kelowna will be Lucky Monkey, a four-piece, high-energy rock band.

Fans of The Tragically Hip can rock to tribute band The Hip Replacements.

From Whistler, Red Chair will deliver foot-thumping rock and keep the party going to the end. Expect an energetic set that gets the crowd dancing and singing. Red Chair will also play the GOBF Official After Party later that night at the Train Station Pub.

“Live music has always been a huge part of what makes our festival’s Main Event such a fun and lively experience. We’re thrilled to be able to showcase some of the musical talent that Kelowna has to offer and to bring along a Whistler favourite as well,” said spokesperson Tara Myers.

The beer fest will feature 70 breweries and more than 140 varieties of craft beer and cider, complemented by food trucks, games and more. Tickets are still available at gobf.ca.