10 concerts in the Vancouver area to check out in July

Vancouver is full of great concerts in July, including Khatsahlano, Norah Jones, and more. Here are 10 concerts to check out this month.

For more things happening around town, check out our events section.

See also

• Lineup revealed for Metro Vancouver's FREE drive-in movie series
• Discover the legacy of Alberto Giacometti at the Vancouver Art Gallery this summer
• Vancouver Folk Music Festival returns to Jericho Beach this summer

CBC Musical Nooners

What: Free, live music concerts will be happening every weekday on the CBC Vancouver outdoor stage. Grab your lunch, your friends, your kids or your co-workers and join the 10th season of CBC Musical Nooners. The opening concert on July 5 features The Harpoonist & The Axe Murderer with Dawn Pemberton. Other performers include The Hamiltones (July 18), Jim Byrnes (July 25), Petunia and the Vipers (August 7), and Sister Speak on August 16.

When: Every weekday from July 5 to August 16, 2019 (no show on BC Day)
Time: 12 to 1 pm
Where: CBC Vancouver – 700 Hamilton Street, Vancouver
Admission: Free

Khatsahlano Street Party 2019

What: The free annual festival will take over 10 blocks along Kitsilano’s 4th Avenue between Burrard Street and Macdonald Street. This year features headliners Hey Ocean!, The Boom Booms, Harlequin Gold, and many more performers. As usual, local restaurants, and stores along 4th Avenue will be holding sales and giveaways, as well as providing samples and games on the street for everyone to enjoy.

When: Saturday, July 6, 2019
Time: 11 am to 9 pm
Where: Along 4th Avenue between Burrard Street and MacDonald Street
Admission: Free

Strange Advance

What: Strange Advance returns after a 30-year hiatus. Juno nominated for Best Group with multi-gold record awards, their songs Worlds Away, We Run, and Love Becomes Electric are still played on the radio.

When: July 8, 2019
Time: Doors 7 pm, show at 8 pm
Where: Rio Theatre – 1660 East Broadway, Vancouver
Tickets: Online

The VSO Presents Bugs Bunny at the Symphony II

What: Bugs Bunny At The Symphony  II celebrates the world’s favourite classic Looney Tunes, projected on the big screen, while the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra performs their original Carl Stalling scores live. Conducted by George Daugherty and created by Daugherty and David Ka Lik Wong, Bugs Bunny at the Symphony II spotlights such iconic classics as What’s Opera, Doc?, The Rabbit of Seville, and more, plus two brand-new, critically-acclaimed 3D cartoons from Warner Bros. – Rabid Rider and Coyote Falls. Capping it all off are special guest appearances by Tom & Jerry in the Hollywood Bowl.

When: July 12 and July 13, 2019
Time: 7 pm (Friday), 2 pm (Saturday)
Where: Orpheum Theatre – 601 Smithe St, Vancouver
Tickets: Online

The Raconteurs

What: Detroit rockers The Raconteurs, led by Jack White, come to Vancouver for two shows with special guest Lillie Mae.

When: July 19 and July 20, 2019
Time: Doors 6:30 pm, show 8 pm
Where: Queen Elizabeth Theatre – 630 Hamilton Street, Vancouver
Tickets: Online

Uptown Live 2019

What: Get your dance shoes on, bring your friends and family and spend a full day of fun with live performances, food trucks, interactive activities, art installations, artisan vendors and more. Four main musical stages will feature the best of BC’s thriving indie music scene. This years headliner is New West’s very own Chris Buck Band.

When: July 20, 2019
Time: 12 to 9 pm
Where: 6th Street and 6th Avenue, New Westminster
Admission: Free

Kirby’s Dream Band, The Runaway Four, The Wavebirds

What: An evening of live video game music with Kirby’s Dream Band and The Runaway Four, plus local geeky ska punk from The Wavebirds.

When: July 20, 2019
Time: 8 pm
Where: LanaLou’s – 362 Powell Street, Vancouver
Tickets: $10

The Doubleclicks

What: The Doubleclicks are a folk-pop music duo made up of siblings Laser and Aubrey. The Doubleclicks have been played on NPR shows like All Things Acoustic, and featured on BoingBoing, io9, Geek & Sundry, and the Huffington Post. They have opened for nerd stars like Jonathan Coulton and Wil Wheaton, performed at dozens of conventions, libraries, colleges, comedy clubs and game stores around the US, Australia and Canada, and released more than 70 music videos on YouTube, where they have 16,000 subscribers and 3 million views.

When: July 25, 2019
Time: 8 pm
Where: Storm Crow Alehouse – 1619 West Broadway, Vancouver
Tickets: $10 suggested cover, cash

Block Rockin Beats 2019

What: Electric Love presents the first edition of “Block Rockin Beats,” an action-packed day focused on outdoor music, activities and festival vibes. Dance on an outdoor turf dance floor, watch world-class international talent on a custom LED stage, shop at festival merchandise vendors, enjoy delicious summer eats and grab a drink from the outdoor bar. 19+, ID required.

When: July 27, 2019
Time: 1 pm to 11 pm
Where: Biltmore Cabaret – 2755 Prince Edward St, Vancouver
Tickets: Online

Norah Jones

What: Nine-time Grammy winner Norah Jones performs live at the Orpheum with special guests.

When: July 28, 2019
Time: Doors 7 pm, show 8 pm
Where: Orpheum Theatre – 601 Smithe St, Vancouver
Tickets: Online