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

Sing and dance along to your favourite songs at these 10 great Vancouver concerts happening in September!

From Foo Fighters to Lily Allen, there’s something for all concert lovers to enjoy.

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

Beck

What: Rock music fans in Vancouver are being treated to some great Vancouver concerts in 2026, and we can add Beck to the lineup.

The eight-time Grammy winner is bringing the Ride Lonesome tour to Queen Elizabeth Theatre on Wednesday, Sept. 16.

When: Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2026
Time: 8 p.m.
Where: Queen Elizabeth Theatre – 630 Hamilton St., Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online

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Whistler Village Beer Festival 2026

What: The 13th Whistler Village Beer Festival (WVBF) returns to the heart of the resort from Sept. 9 to 14 for a massive celebration of everything craft beverages. Get ready for an Oktoberfest celebration, a craft beer brunch, bandaoke, and more.

The Main Event at Whistler Olympic Plaza on Saturday, Sept. 19, will showcase dozens of varieties of cider, beer, canned cocktails, and non-alcoholic beverages. And the extravaganza also includes great concerts you won’t want to miss.

When: Sept. 16 to 20, 2026. Main event on Sept. 19
Time: Various times. Main event from noon to 5 p.m.
Where: Various locations throughout Whistler Village, Main Event at Whistler Olympic Plaza
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online

Lily Allen

What: English superstar Lily Allen is bringing the Lily Allen Performs West End Girl North American tour to Rogers Arena on Monday, Sept. 21.

West End Girl reached number two on the U.K. album charts, was nominated for British Album of the Year at the Brit Awards, and scored Allen her first top 10 song on the U.K. charts in over a decade.

When: Monday, Sept. 21, 2026
Time: 8 p.m.
Where: Rogers Arena – 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
Tickets: Tickets for sale online

Vancouver Fringe Patio

What: For 10 days of the Vancouver Fringe, the Fringe Patio features a variety of local performers and fun activities. Check out a drag open mic, paint and sips, live bands, karaoke, and more. Refreshments will also be served on site.

When: Sept. 10 to 20, plus Labour Day Weekend Programming from Sept. 5 to 7
Time: 5 p.m. to late (weekdays), 3 p.m. to late (weekends)
Where: 1531 Johnston St., Vancouver
Admission: Free

Weezer

What: Legendary ’90s rock band Weezer is coming to Vancouver later this year, and they’ve got some very special guests coming for the ride.

Weezer will be hitting the stage at Rogers Arena on Sept. 12, and with them will be The Shins and Silversun Pickups, who are fairly big names in their own right.

Tickets for the all-ages show are on sale now.

When: Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: Rogers Arena – 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
Tickets: Tickets for sale online

Music Mountain Series at Sea to Sky Gondola

What: The hills are alive with the sound of music at Sea to Sky Gondola. The popular attraction is hosting a variety of acclaimed musicians throughout the summer, including Taylor James on Sept. 4.

When: Every Friday until Sept. 11, 2026
Time: 5 to 8 p.m.
Where: 36800 BC-99 – Squamish
Admission: Free with a season pass or day ticket

Foo Fighters at BC Place

What: One of the biggest rock bands in the world is coming to Vancouver in September for its first stadium tour in years.

Foo Fighters are bringing the Take Cover Tour to BC Place on Sunday, Sept. 20. The 15-time Grammy winners are also bringing a huge guest to join the party.

Queens of the Stone Age will be the supporting act on all of the Foo Fighters’ Canadian concerts.

When: Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Where: BC Place — 777 Pacific Blvd., Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices. Tickets for sale online

The B-52s and DEVO

What: Music fans can get ready to party with ’80s rock icons The B-52s and DEVO.

The beloved hitmakers are teaming up for the Cosmic De-Evolution co-headlining tour, transforming Rogers Arena into a giant love shack on Sunday, Sept. 27.

Vancouver is the only Canadian concert stop on the eight-city tour celebrating the groups’ extensive catalogue of hits.

When: Sunday, Sept. 27, 2026
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: Rogers Arena – 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
Tickets: Tickets for sale online

Dogstar

What: Keanu Reeves, Canadian icon and one of Hollywood’s biggest stars, is coming to Vancouver this summer, but you won’t be seeing him on a film set.

The four-time MTV Movie Award winner is joining forces with his band Dogstar to bring the All In Now tour to Vogue Theatre on Wednesday, Sept. 16.

The concert is in support of the ’90s grunge band’s latest album of the same name, which was released this spring.

When: Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2026
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Where: Vogue Theatre – 918 Granville St., Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online

“Weird Al” Yankovic

What: The best-selling comedy recording artist in history is coming to Vancouver in September, and fans of “Weird Al” Yankovic won’t want to miss the fun.

Weird Al is bringing his record-breaking Bigger & Weirder Tour to the Freedom Mobile Arch on Thursday, Sept. 3. The five-time Grammy Award winner will be joined for his concert by special guest Puddles Pity Party.

When: Thursday, Sept. 3, 2026
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: Freedom Mobile Arch at The PNE — 2901 E. Hastings St., Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices, tickets for sale online