10 Vancouver concerts we can't wait to check out in February

Jan 27 2025, 8:19 pm

February is almost here, and it’s time to sing along with all your favourites!

Here are 10 great concerts happening in Vancouver next month, including the Big Bang Festival and Tyler, the Creator.

And for more fun things happening around town, be sure to visit our Listed section.

The Invictus Games

Noah Kahan

Noah Kahan (Ben Houdijk/Shutterstock)

What: The entertainment for Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025 features a star-studded lineup of musical acts. Katy Perry, Noah Kahan, and Nelly Furtado headline the highly anticipated opening ceremony at BC Place on Saturday, February 8.

The closing ceremonies of the Invictus Games will also bring together some huge stars, including Jelly Roll, Barenaked Ladies, and The War and Treaty.

When: February 8 to 16, 2025
Time: Various times
Where: Various venues in Vancouver and Whistler
Tickets: Various prices, pre-register online

Big Bang Festival

What: Music on Main, Roundhouse Community Arts and Recreation Centre, and Zonzo Compagnie are teaming up for the inaugural Big Bang Festival, a day of musical adventure for children ages 5 and up.

The immersive festival will be a journey through music and sound art, with mini-concerts, interactive activities, and surprise performances throughout the day. The festival will feature performances by Belgian singer Naomi Beeldens, Vancouver musicians Dailin Hsieh and Saina Khaledi, and more.

When: February 16, 2025
Time: Doors at 11:30 am, festival starts at noon
Where: Roundhouse Community Centre, Vancouver
Tickets: Free and ticketed events. Purchase online

Songs of Freedom

What: Songs of Freedom is a celebration of Black music and culture at Christ Church Cathedral. The 13th annual concert in honour of Black History Month features performances by Candus Churchill, Krystle Dos Santos, Dawn Pemberton, Star Trickey, Minnijean Brown-Trickey, and the Marcus Mosely Ensemble. Diane Lines and Tim Porter will also be providing accompaniment.

When: February 1, 2025
Time: 7:30 pm
Where: Christ Church Cathedral – 690 Burrard Street, Vancouver
Cost: $45 plus GST and fees; purchase online

Tyler, the Creator

What: Two-time Grammy winner Tyler, the Creator is coming to Rogers Arena with his Chromakopia: The World Tour with special guests Lil Yachty and Paris Texas.

When: February 28, 2025
Time: 7:30 pm
Where: Rogers Arena – 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices. Tickets available online

Candlelight: A Tribute to Taylor Swift

Candlelight Concerts

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What: Calling all Swifties! A candlelight Taylor Swift tribute concert is coming to Vancouver in February, and it’s sure to make all your “Wildest Dreams” come true.

With a dozen of Taylor Swift’s biggest hits being performed by the Listeso String Quartet, you’re sure to hear your favourites at Kerrisdale Presbyterian Church.

When: February 7, 2025
Time: 6:30 pm
Where: Kerrisdale Presbyterian Church – 2733 West 41st Avenue, Vancouver
Cost: Various; purchase online

Translinear Light: The Music of Alice Coltrane

What: The Chan Centre presents a concert showcasing the work of trailblazing jazz musician Alice Coltrane, led by her son, Grammy-nominated saxophonist Ravi Coltrane.

The ensemble for Translinear Light also includes Grammy-nominated harpist Brandee Younger, pianist Courtney Brian organist David Virelles, bassist Bob Hurst, and percussionist Jeff Tain Watts.

When: February 28, 2025
Time: 8 pm
Where: Chan Shun Concert Hall at Chan Centre for the Performing Arts – 6265 Crescent Road, Vancouver
Cost: $20-$86, purchase online

Miserable Faith

What: Lead singer Gao Hu, guitarist Song Jie, bassist Zhang Jing, and drummer Chi Gongwei form Miserable Faith, one of China’s top rock bands since 1999. The award-winning group has toured the world sharing their music and will be coming to the Vogue Theatre on February 23.

When: February 23, 2025
Time: 8 pm
Where: Vogue Theatre — 918 Granville Street, Vancouver
Cost: $99.50 plus fees, purchase online

Broadway Rave

Broadway Rave

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What: The world may be wide enough, but is the dance floor big enough?

You can find out as you dance to Hamilton hits as well as songs from other smash musicals when Broadway Rave comes to Vancouver. The musical theatre dance party is taking over Hollywood Theatre in Kitsilano on Saturday, February 8.

When: February 8, 2025
Time: Doors 10 pm
Where: Hollywood Theatre – 3123 W Broadway Vancouver
Tickets: $25 plus fees, purchase online

Jazz at the ‘Bolt

What: ​Cory Weeds hosts the fifth annual Jazz at the ‘Bolt, where local and international artists take over the Shadbolt Centre in Burnaby for an entire weekend of amazing live music.

When: February 14 to 16, 2025
Time: Various times
Where: Shadbolt Centre for the Arts – 6450 Deer Lake Avenue, Burnaby
Cost: Various prices, purchase online

Odds and Limblifter

What: ​Canadian ’90s rock staples Odds and Limblifter are teaming up for a show at the Commodore Ballroom on February 21. Get ready to sing along with favourites like “Eat My Brain” and “Wake Up To The Sun.”

When: February 21, 2025
Time: 7 pm
Where: Commodore Ballroom – 868 Granville Street, Vancouver
Cost: Starting at $45 plus fees, purchase online

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