12 epic Vancouver concerts to look forward to this winter
Some of music’s biggest stars are coming to town for Vancouver concerts this winter, and we’ve got the lowdown on the biggest events you need to check out.
Here are 12 great shows coming to town this upcoming season, including Cardi B, Goo Goo Dolls, Megadeth, and more.
And for more fun things happening around town, be sure to visit our Listed section.
Contact Winter Music Festival
Contact Winter Music Festival
What: Contact Winter Music Festival is returning for a pair of Vancouver concerts in December, and some massive stars are coming for the party.
Canada’s largest indoor winter music festival is taking over the Pacific Coliseum on Friday, Dec. 26 and Saturday, Dec. 27.
This year’s headliners include Grammy Award-nominated duo Slander and DJ of the Year winner Eric Prydz.
When: Friday, Dec. 26 and Saturday, Dec. 27.
Where: Pacific Coliseum — 100 N. Renfrew St., Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online
Twice
What: South Korean girl group Twice are coming for two Vancouver concerts at Rogers Arena in January. The platinum-selling “Cheer Up” and “The Feels” singers are on the road with the Twice This Is For The World Tour in support of their latest album, released this summer.
When: Jan. 9 and 10, 2026
Time: 8 p.m.
Where: Rogers Arena – 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online
Petunia and the Vipers
What: Vancouver’s own Petunia and The Vipers are throwing a huge party at The Rio Theatre, and you’re invited. Get ready to party at the “hillbilly-flavoured-swing inflected-ragtime-goodtime-thunderously rolling-one-of-a-kind-you-don’t-want-to-miss-this-sort-of-a-show” featuring special guest Spank Williams.
When: Saturday, Dec. 27, 2025
Time: 9 p.m.
Where: Rio Theatre – 1660 East Broadway, Vancouver
Tickets: $20 early bird plus fees, $25 plus fees online, $30 plus fees at the door. Purchase online
Miguel
Miguel
What: Grammy winner Miguel comes to the Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Arena with his Caos Tour. His latest album of the same name was released in October, his first project in eight years, and fans are ready to see him live in Vancouver.
When: Tuesday, March 10, 2026
Time: 8 p.m.
Where: Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Arena – 6066 Thunderbird Blvd., Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online
Megadeth
What: Thrash metal legends Megadeth are bringing their farewell tour to Abbotsford’s Rogers Forum with Anthrax and Exodus this February. The Grammy winners will also be releasing their final album just a few weeks before their Metro Vancouver show.
When: Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2026
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: Rogers Forum — 33800 King Rd., Abbotsford
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online
The War and Treaty
What: Acclaimed husband-and-wife duo Michael Trotter Jr. and Tanya Trotter founded The Ware and Treaty in 2014, and since then have won two Americana Music Awards, been nominated for multiple Grammys, and performed at the closing ceremony of The Invitus Games in Vancouver.
When: Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2026
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: Hollywood Theatre – 3123 W. Broadway, Vancouver
Tickets: $40 plus fees, purchase online
Cardi B
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What: Cardi B will touchdown in Vancouver’s Rogers Arena at 7:30 p.m. on Feb. 21, 2026, as part of the Little Miss Drama Tour.
The tour is in support of Cardi B’s second studio album, Am I the Drama?, which came out in September. She is also the first solo female artist in Grammy history to win the Best Rap Album award.
When: Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Where: Rogers Arena – 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online
Elisapie
What: Canadian Inuk singer-songwriter Elisapie is a multiple Juno winner whose territory and her language, Inuktitut, remain the heart of her creative journey. Her album, Inuktitut, is also her second to receive a shortlist nomination for the Polaris Music Prize
When: Thursday, March 12, 2026
Time: 8 p.m.
Where: Vogue Theatre – 918 Granville St., Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online
Goo Goo Dolls with Dashboard Confessional
What: Legendary 90s band Goo Goo Dolls is sliding into Rogers Forum this winter for a show with emo icon Dashboard Confessional. Get ready to sing along to all your favourite hits like “Iris,” “Name,” “Screaming Infidelities,” and more.
When: Friday, March 20, 2026
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: Rogers Forum – 33800 King Rd., Abbotsford
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online
The Offspring
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What: Punk rock luminaries The Offspring are bringing the Supercharged Worldwide tour to multiple Canadian cities this winter, and four stops right here in B.C.
The Offspring have sold over 40 million records worldwide and are known for their numerous platinum hits, including “Pretty Fly (For a White Guy),” “Gotta Get Away,” and “Original Prankster.”
When: Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Where: Rogers Arena – 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online
Vancouver Symphony Orchestra Pops presents A Spoonful of Sugar
What: Ashley Brown debuted as Belle in Disney’s theatrical production of Beauty and the Beast and originated the title role in Mary Poppins in the Broadway opening. Now she’s teaming up with the VSO for two Vancouver concerts, with songs from Cinderella, The Sound of Music, My Fair Lady, and more.
When: Feb. 6 and 7, 2026
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Where: Orpheum Theatre – 601 Smithe St., Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online
Jully Black
What: Music icon Jully Black is a platinum-selling artist who was dubbed one of The 25 Greatest Canadian Singers Ever by CBC Music. The Juno and Gemini Award winner performs at the Biltmore Cabaret in March.
When: Wednesday, March 4, 2026
Time: 8 p.m.
Where: Biltmore Cabaret – 2755 Prince Edward St., Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online