12 epic Vancouver concerts to look forward to this summer
Some of music’s biggest stars are coming this summer, and we’ve got the lowdown on the Vancouver concerts you need to check out.
Here are 12 great shows coming to town this upcoming season, including Guns N’ Roses, Lily Allen, and more.
And for more great Vancouver concerts and fun things happening around town, be sure to visit our Listed section.
Khatsahlano Street Party
Khatsahlano Street Party
What: One of the city’s largest free music and arts festivals, Khatsahlano, will take place on Saturday, July 11, between Burrard Street and Macdonald Street.
The massive street party is presented by the Kitsilano West 4th Avenue Business Improvement Association, with a huge lineup of over 50 free Vancouver concerts curated by Zulu Records.
When: Saturday, July 11, 2026
Time: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: West 4th Avenue from Burrard Street to MacDonald Street
Cost: Free
Vancouver Metropolitan Orchestra Concert
What: Experience classical instruments playing modern Girlypop hits. Doors open at 6 p.m. for a warm-up DJ set, the main concert starts at 7 p.m., and the entire event ends at 8 p.m. Admission is free.
When: Friday, July 17, 2026
Time: 6 to 8 p.m
Where: South Granville Plaza East – Granville Street and W. 14th Avenue, Vancouver
Admission: Free
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
Guns N’ Roses
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What: Rock and roll legends Guns N’ Roses have sold over 100 million albums throughout their nearly 40-year career, with platinum and multi-platinum albums including G N’ R Lies, The Spaghetti Incident?, Greatest Hits, and Chinese Democracy. Massive hits include “Paradise City,” “Knockin’ On Heaven’s Door,” and “Sweet Child O’ Mine.”
When: Saturday, Aug. 29, 2026.
Time: 6:25 p.m.
Where: BC Place — 777 Pacific Blvd., Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices. Tickets for sale online
Josh Ross at Surrey Canada Day
What: The City of Surrey’s annual Canada Day celebration will take place at the Bill Reid Millennium Amphitheatre in Cloverdale on Wednesday, July 1. The free, all-ages celebration features interactive activities, vendors and food trucks, and a spectacular fireworks show.
The incredible lineup of events at the Bill Reid Millennium Amphitheatre includes headliner Josh Ross, the first male Canadian country artist in nearly three decades to reach number one on the Billboard Country Airplay chart.
When: Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Time: 10 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Where: Bill Reid Millennium Amphitheatre – 17728 64th Ave., Surrey
Admission: Free
Pleasant Day Festival
What: Pleasant Day Festival is taking over a huge stretch of Main Street for a jam-packed community celebration on Saturday, Aug. 8.
The family-friendly event is presented by the Mount Pleasant Business Improvement Area (MPBIA) and will feature interactive activities, chill zones, and four stages of great live Vancouver concerts.
When: Saturday, Aug. 8, 2026
Time: Noon to 8 p.m.
Where: Main Street from 16th Avenue to King Edward
Cost: Free
IVE
IVE
What: IVE, made up of Anyujin, Gaeul, Rei, Jangwonyoung, Liz and Leeseo, is one of the world’s fastest-rising K-pop groups.
IVE is touring in support of their second full-length album, Revive+, which topped several domestic and international charts upon its debut in February 2026.
When: Sunday, Aug. 9, 2026
Time: 8 p.m.
Where: Rogers Arena – 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
Tickets: Tickets for sale online
The Strokes
What: Julian Casablancas, Albert Hammond Jr., Nikolai Fraiture, Fabrizio Moretti, and Nick Valensi are hitting the road in support of their upcoming seventh studio album, Reality Awaits.
It follows their Grammy win for Best Rock Album for 2020’s The New Abnormal, a top 10 album in six countries and number one in Scotland.
The Strokes also recently performed at Coachella, and have headlining sets lined up at Bonnaroo, Outside Lands, and more.
When: Thursday, Aug. 27, 2026
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: Rogers Arena – 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
Tickets: Tickets for sale online
Daniel Caesar
What: Fast-rising music superstar Daniel Caesar is bringing the Son of Spergy Tour to Rogers Arena on Sunday, Aug. 16.
The Asia and North American tour is in support of Caesar’s latest album, Son of Spergy, which debuted on the Billboard 200 at number four and on the Billboard R&B Album Chart at number one.
Caesar is also a Grammy winner who has performed on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, has two Tiny Desk Concerts under his belt, and scored big at the 2026 Junos for Best Contemporary R&B Recording of the Year and Songwriter of the Year.
When: Sunday, Aug. 16, 2026
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Where: Rogers Arena – 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
Tickets: Tickets for sale online
Whistler Summer Concert Series
Whistler Summer Concert Series
What: Summertime was made for outdoor concerts, and Whistler is offering a stunning backdrop for both artists and music lovers this year.
The Whistler Summer Concert Series returns to Whistler Olympic Plaza from July to September, with 13 nights of free live music, 11 outdoor movie screenings, and more. Headlining acts include the Steven Page Trio, The Trews, Skiitour, and more.
When: Various dates in July and August 2026
Time: 6:30 p.m. (live DJ sets) and 7:30 p.m. (headlining sets). Movies start at 8 p.m.
Where: Whistler Olympic Plaza – 4365 Blackcomb Way, Whistler
Cost: Free
Beck
What: Rock music fans in Vancouver are being treated to some great shows in 2026, and we can add Beck to the concert 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: Tickets for sale online
FVDED in the Park
What: Presented by Blueprint and Live Nation Canada, the annual event draws 45,000 attendees and features top names across multiple genres – from hip-hop and rap to R&B, electronic, pop and more.
The lineup of acts coming to FVDED in the Park includes Fisher, Dom Dolla, Disco Lines and more.
When: Friday, July 4, and Saturday, July 5, 2026
Where: Holland Park, Surrey
Tickets: Two-day general admission, GA+, and VIP tickets for sale online
Which of these Vancouver concerts are you most excited for? Let us know in the comments.