Photo Credit: Motion Notion Festival
Give your ears a delight as you fill your summer with all kinds of sounds. Festivals are found throughout the province, and can range from Jazz to Rave to Ska and Folk Music. From mellow tones to beats that will have you dancing, you can easily find a festival that fits your musical taste in this list. Don’t forget to plan ahead by purchasing tickets in advance.
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Music Festivals in CANADA
Contents:
- Festivals from our Calendar
- All Summer Festivals (Please submit online or email us, if we missed any)
1. Summer Music Festivals
A list of Summer Music Festivals in British Columbia: June to Mid September.
2. FESTIVALS IN JUNE IN BC
Ladner Bandfest
What if there was a festival of bands organized that invited adult community bands to an afternoon of music performed outdoors in the park and accessible to the public and participating musicians? Well, there is! It has proven popular with amateur musicians everywhere because it is the only place where the bands can hear each other. A community band, by definition, performs in its own area, so it is rare that two or more groups come together. Although the bands don’t play together, many members play in more than one band and you may notice these musicians becoming “quick-change” artists as they change uniforms (and sometimes instruments) as they dash from one stage to the next. Details
June 1st and 2nd, 2019
47 Avenue, Delta (Ladner)
Breakout Festival
Vancouver’s outdoor hip-hop and R&B festival taking place at the PNE Amphitheatre for two days of world-class acts and DJ sets. Details
June 15 to 16, 2019
PNE Amphitheatre, Vancouver
Ticket Cost: 2 Day Passes: $149.00 – $269.00
Gibsons Landing Jazz Festival
The Sunshine Coast Jazz and Entertainment Society is a non-profit society located on the Sunshine Coast, BC. They aim to promote jazz music and the arts, enhance community involvement, support local talent, and to facilitate educational opportunities. Details
June 21 to 23, 2019
Gibsons Landing and various venues along the Sunshine Coast
Ticket Cost: TBA
Camping: No
Victoria’s Ska & Reggae Festival
This is North America’s longest running Ska festival, and involves a diverse mixture of reggae and ska. Put on some dancing shoes and join in the fun! Details
June 19 to 23, 2019
Ship Point (Inner Harbour), Wharf St. (Near Tourist Info. Centre), Victoria
And other venues throughout Victoria
Ticket Cost: Individual: $13-$39.50 & up; Full Festival Passes start at $149.50 + GST
Camping: No
Victoria International Jazz Festival
The TD Victoria International JazzFest (formerly known as JazzFest International), is a ten-day music festival featuring the jazz, blues and world music of local, Canadian, and internationally acclaimed musicians. The “grandfather” of music festivals serving audiences in Vancouver and Gulf Islands region, the TD JazzFest offers its devoted audience a wide scope of programming comparable to much larger festivals in significantly larger urban areas. 2019 marks the 36th edition of the festival. Details
Headliners: Gregory Porter, Jacob Collier, Jesse Cook, Laila Biali and many more
June 21 to 30, 2019
Performed in various places in Victoria.
Ticket Cost: Single tickets start at $37.50
Camping: No
Vancouver International Jazz Festival
The mission of the Coastal Jazz and Blues Society is to connect, transform, inspire and nurture artists and audiences through the joy, passion, and power of jazz, and they certainly do that with this fun festival. Details
Headliners: Jacob Collier, Laila Biali and many more!
June 21 to 30, 2019
Performed in various places in Vancouver including Frankie’s Jazz Club.
Ticket Cost: Pay per performance. Price range from Free to $50.00.
Camping: No
Penticton Elvis Festival
The Penticton Elvis Society celebrates 18 years of running the Penticton Elvis Festival. The Festival brings Elvis fans from far and wide to the perfect holiday haven. They come to celebrate “the King of Rock and Roll” – Elvis Presley! Details
June 27 to 30, 2019
Penticton
Ticket Cost: Start at $15.00
Camping: No
ValhallaFest
This electronic music festival set in the beautiful forest at the foot of Shames Mountain, is where vikings come to party in the afterlife. It is a celebration of live music and love of the north coast virgin rainforest. Details
June 21 to 23, 2019
Lower Shames Estate,13667 Hwy 16 West, Terrace
MUSIC FESTIVALS IN JULY IN BC
Midsummer Music Festival
Each summer, people from all walks of life gather in Smithers BC, to share a universal love of music at the Midsummer Music Festival. Created in 1984, a handful of music lovers envisioned the Midsummer Festival creating a family-positive musical event, now proudly the longest running music festival in Northern BC. The Festival embraces all genres of music and each year hosts an eclectic mix of musicians performing all day and night on one of the four stages. We are fortunate to have world-class artists headline the festival every year. Details
Headliners: SHAD, LCON, MAZ, Pick A Piper, Petunia & The Vipers
July 5 to 7, 2019
Smithers
Ticket Cost: Start at $25.00 for day pass; $55.00 for weekend pass
Camping: Yes, at additional cost
FVDED in the Park
Crowds at this event enjoy famous DJ’s, rappers, and everything in between. Details
July 5 & 6, 2019
Holland Park, Surrey
Ticket Cost: Start at $189.50
Camping: No
Basscoast
Bass Coast Festival is an independent international exhibition of electronic music and art. The artist owned and operated event is a distinguished platform for Canadian artists and a destination for innovative international talent. Expect a variety of music including electronic, psychedelic, local artists, and more in a smaller festival setting. Details
July 12 to 15, 2019
1000 Midday Valley Rd, Merritt
Ticket Cost: $59 & up
Camping: Yes, included in your ticket. Glamping is also available at a higher cost.
Khatsahlano! Music & Art Festival
The West 4th Avenue Khatsahlano Street Party is Vancouver’s largest free Music + Arts Festival! Created with love in 2011 by the members of the Kitsilano West 4th Avenue Business Association, Khatsahlano, features multiple stages showcasing more than 50 of Vancouver’s top musical performers as well as the eclectic work of local artisans and street performers. This 10-block street fair, spanning from Burrard to MacDonald Street also features a wide variety of food options, bustling patios, giveaways, special activities, and licensed beer gardens! Details
July 6, 2019
West 4th Avenue (between Burrard and MacDonald) Vancouver
Ticket Cost: Free
Camping: No
Armstrong Metalfest
July 12 and 13, 2019
Armstrong
Ticket Cost: Start at $135.00
Camping: included with weekend passes, or at an additional cost with a day pass.
Vancouver Island Musicfest
Vancouver Island MusicFest welcomes audience members for a magical celebration of music and culture! From bluegrass to blues, reggae to folk, indie rock to rockabilly and from country to hip hop and spoken word – there’s music for everyone to enjoy and discover. A quintessential “west coast fest” featuring roots and world music performers from across Canada and around the globe! Details
July 12 to 14, 2019
Comox Valley Fairgrounds, near Courtenay, Vancouver Island.
Ticket Cost: Start at $120 for the weekend
Camping: Yes. Only available with purchase of Weekend Pass.
Rock the Shores
After being on hiatus in 2017, this event will once again feature a three-day format with a lineup of international, Canadian and local artists featuring rock in a true west coast way. Details
Headliners: TBA
2019: TBA//July 13 to 15, 2018
West Shore Parks & Recreation Lower Fields, 1767 Island Highway, Colwood
Ticket Cost: Starts at $109.00
Camping: No
Vancouver Folk Music Festival
Voted “Best Local Music Festival”, this is VFMF’s 41st anniversary. The Vancouver Folk Music Festival is a Canadian cultural institution – a unique community-based celebration with an internationally-renowned reputation for presenting the finest traditional and contemporary folk and roots music artists from around the world. Details
Headliners:
July 19 to 21, 2019
Jericho Beach Park, Vancouver
Ticket Cost: Adult tickets start at $55.00, Youth start at $40.00 and Students/Senior start at $50.00
Camping: No
Chemainus Bluegrass Festival
This is a very different type of festival, held in a public park and run only on donations, so be generous! Details
Headliners: Malahat Drive, Scout Mountain, Genevieve and the Wild Sundays, Back Porch Banjo and many more!
July 13, 2019
Waterwheel Park, Chemainus, Vancouver Island
Ticket Cost: Suggested donation $20 per adult.
Camping: No
Starbelly Jam Music Festival
Starbelly Jam is a special festival; great entertainment, great food, great people, lots of happy kids and room to play. This festival’s success is all about the celebration of life through music, friendship and having a fun time for all in a safe and secure environment. Not too big and not too small, this is a “just right” festival Goldilocks couldn’t help but love. Details
July 19 to 20, 2019
Crawford Bay Park (Kootenay Lake)
Ticket Cost: $65 -$285
Camping: None on-site, but several campgrounds and RV parks nearby.
Island Folk Festival
Islands Folk Festival is a very family friendly event where kids of all sizes and all ages can run and dance and play freely and safely in the midst of all of the fun. The Cowichan Folk Guild will proudly present the 35th Islands Folk Festival at Providence Farm this year. Music lovers from all over Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands are invited to join this celebration of music, featuring all the best elements of a homegrown folk festival. Details
July 26 to 28, 2019
Providence Farm, 1843 Tzouhalem Road, Duncan
Ticket Cost: Adult Weekend Pass is $110.00, Youth Weekend Pass is $55.00.
Camping: Yes, on a first come first serve basis at an additional cost.
The Phillips Backyard Weekender
The Phillips Backyard Weekender is a 19+ licensed event taking place rain or shine in the very awesome and large Phillips Backyard, located at the Phillips Brewery in Victoria. Disguised as a brewery parking lot by day, the Phillips Backyard magically transforms into an outdoor music super-party for three unforgettable nights. Set against the backdrop of the beloved local craft brewery in the open air of downtown Victoria’s communal backyard, The Phillips Backyard Weekender is a summer highlight not to be missed. Details
July 20 to 22, 2019
The Phillips Backyard (located at Phillips Brewery), 2010 Government Street, Victoria
Ticket Cost: Full weekend pass – Early bird: $69.99
Camping: No
Mission Folk Music Festival
Staged in one of BC’s loveliest parks, overlooking the Fraser River, the Mission Folk Music Festival presents a festival renowned for its mix of accessibility and easy-going comfort, affordability and small-town friendliness, shaded day stages and some of the finest folk, world, roots, blues and brilliantly “un-categorizable” music from across Canada and around the world. Details
Headliners: TBA
July 26 to 28, 2019
Fraser River Heritage Park, Mission
Ticket Cost: Single Day: $35 to $50, Weekend pass:$60 to $90
Camping: Available at additional cost.
Bella Coola Music Festival
Bask in the pristine landscape of B C’s Central Coast, while festival goers enjoy intimate performances by award-winning artists from across Canada, served up with the unique hospitality for which they are known. This family-oriented event boasts a diverse line-up of music: roots, rock, world, blues, folk and more. Details
Headliners: The Boom Booms, Jesse Roper, Amy Blanding, Rachelle van Zanten, Ridley Bent, Midnight Shine + more TBA
July 20 & 21, 2019
Bella Coola Fairgrounds, Hwy 20, Bella Coola
Ticket Cost: Starting at $15.00 for a single ticket, $30.00 for a weekend pass.
Camping: None on-site
Music by the Sea
July 20 to 28, 2019
Various Venues, Bamford
Ticket Cost: Single tickets start at $40.00, or purchase a season pass for a discount.
Camping: None on-site
Kispiox Valley Music Festival
The Kispiox Valley Music Festvial takes place in the beautiful Kispiox Valley in north-west British Columbia, near the villages of Kispiox and Hazelton, annually on the last weekend of July. The musical styles presented vary considerably from set to set and from year to year. Details
Headliners: TBA
July 26 to 28, 2019
Kispiox Valley Community Grounds
Ticket Cost: $10 & up; Seniors (65+) and children (12 and under) are admitted free.
Camping: Yes, at an additional cost
Centre of Gravity
Center of Gravity is the Okanagan’s biggest adrenaline-fueled sports & music festival found on the grass and shores of Kelowna’s City Park. Wet Ape & Live Nation are proud to bring you Canada’s Hottest Beach Festival full of action packed sports, sandy beaches & some of the biggest names in live music. Details
CANCELLED FOR 2019
City Park, Kelowna
MUSIC FESTIVALS IN AUGUST
Rockin River Music Festival
The Rockin’ River Music Fest is a B.C. family-owned and operated country music festival that takes place annually, on the BC Day long weekend, in Merritt, BC – incidentally also known as the ‘Country Music Capital of Canada’. The festival’s goal is to bring the best of country music to the very best country music fans in the world, and in the process provide an unforgettable experience that showcases the best of BC. Details
Headliners: Jason Aldean, Old Dominion, Brothers Osborne, Maren Morris, Kane Brown, Brett Kissel, Lee Brice, Tim Hicks, Lindsay Ell, Aaron Goodvin, The Reklaws, Kenny Hess, Donny Grubb Band, Ben Klick, Kristin Carter, KADOOH, Shawn Austin, Antonio Larosa, Jada Mckenzie Moore, Josh David, Bobby Garcia, Merle Swaggard + more!
August 1 to 4, 2019
1125 Neilson St. Merritt
Ticket Cost: Single day tickets start at $69.00. Four-day passes start at $275 & up
Camping: Yes, at an additional cost
Sunfest Country Music Festival
Sunfest is B.C.’s premiere country music festival, boasting Nashville’s top talent. See the rising stars of today along with country music favourites. Time to put your boots on and boogey! Details
Headliners: Kip Moore, Michael, Aaron Goodvin, Maren Morris, Mitchell Tenpenny, Andrew Hyatt, Jason Aldean, Terri Clark, Washboard Union, Randy Houser, Cody Johnson, Shawn Austin.
August 1 to 4, 2019
Laketown Ranch Music & Recreation Park, 8811-2 Youbou Rd., Cowichan
Ticket Cost: Single ticket starts at $79.00, 4-day tickets start at $269.00.
Camping: Yes
Hornby Festival
The Hornby Festival has been operating successfully for 36 years, delivering magic to Hornby Island every summer and a little beyond! They are a registered charitable non-profit run by a great Board of Directors and a small staff team. They are artistically driven; focused on supporting both artists and audiences. This festival includes performances of classical, jazz, world beat and traditional genres, modern dance, children’s performances, and theatre. Details
Headliners: TBA
August 1 to 10, 2019
Hornby Island
Ticket Cost: TBA
Camping: No
Kaslo Jazz Summer Music Festival
This intimate and laid-back world-class music festival has been hosting big names and newly discovered gems of the music business since 1992. This year, the Kaslo Jazz Etc Festival will once again make use of the astounding acoustics of Kaslo Bay Park to showcase an array of blues, jazz, latin, folk, world music and much more. Our unique floating stage transforms Kaslo Bay Park into a natural green amphitheater and sends live music reverberating out over Kootenay Lake. All weekend long, world-class musicians perform against our breathtaking backdrop of mountains and sky. Details
August 2 to 4, 2019
Kaslo Bay Park, Kaslo
Ticket Cost: Single Day: TBA, , Weekend passes start at $112.50.
Camping: None on-site but plenty available nearby
Coombs Country Bluegrass Festival
CHRCO offers a safe, fun venue for all ages. They host the largest Bluegrass Festival on Vancouver Island. Why don’t you make their tradition your family tradition? 2018 will be their 40th Annual Bluegrass Festival! Details
Headliners: TBA
August 2 to 4, 2019
Coombs Rodeo Grounds, 2601 Alberni Hwy, Coombs
Ticket Cost: TBA
Camping: Yes. (Sorry No Hook Ups) Shower and bathroom facilities.
Artswells
Wells has always been a town vibrant of arts and culture. In the 1930’s, musical acts were enjoyed in the same Community Hall where many of this year’s shows and exhibitions are held. This is a 4 day outdoor & indoor event taking place across 10 stages and is designed with community in mind. Artists have traveled from across the country to this little mountain town take part in this inspiring collaboration, now in its 16th year. Details
August 2 to 5, 2019
Wells
Ticket Cost: Weekend Passes $80 to $160.00, Children under 12 – FREE!
Camping: Yes, at an additional cost
Maple Ridge Caribbean Festival
This year’s concert lineup promises to be another stellar event of the lower mainland’s music festival circuit, certainly a festival high-lite for Maple Ridge. There is no shortage of Reggae – Ska – Soca and Cuban Salsa performances by well known artists. The festival will feature 2 large stages with continuous music provided by 16 live bands from Toronto and the Lower Mainland’s Caribbean community, featuring Reggae, Calypso, Salsa and Soca music and much more. Details
August 3 and 4, 2019
Maple Ridge Fairgrounds, Maple Ridge
Ticket Cost: Free
Camping: No
Edge of the World Music Festival
Headliners: TBA
August 9 to 11, 2019
The Tlell Fall Fairgrounds, Tlell, Haida Gwaii
Ticket Cost: $45 to $50
Camping: Available across the street
MoM Festival
MoM Festival (Formerly “Music On the Mountain Festival”) is an annual three-day music and arts festival featuring original and independent music and art from all over BC, Canada and around the world. The festival is presented by Music on the Mountain Society and is now located at the Fort St. James fair ground. Come and check out the fantastic food vendors, artisans and visual artists. Bring along the kids for childrens’ workshops and activities. Details
CANCELLED FOR 2019
Fort St. James Fairground, Fort St. James
Ticket Cost:
Camping: No
Wapiti Music Festival
Headliners:
Black Pistol Fire Current Swell Fake Shark Jérémie & The Delicious Hounds Carmanah The Parsons Nuela Charles The Steve Brockley Band Mountain Sound & more …
August 9 to 10, 2019
Annex Park, Fernie
Ticket Cost: $49.00 or $59.00 for day pass; $89.00 for both days; Children 12 and under are free. Seniors 65+ are $5.
Camping: None on-site
Shambhala Music Festival
Shambhala Music Festival was born from a vision as grassroots as it gets. On a sunny Labour Day weekend back 1998, some 500-people gathered at the Salmo River Ranch for a party that showcased local art and music. Since those early, heady days, Shambhala grew with enthusiasm by word of mouth, quickly becoming a staple event for the West Coast underground electronic music scene. Today it attracts world renowned DJs and artists and some of the most eclectic, energetic fans in the universe. Details
August 9 to 12, 2019
Salmo River Ranch
Ticket Cost: $450.00
Camping: Tent camping included. RV, trailer or van camping permits are extra and limited in numbers.
Burnaby Blues Festival
Headliners: Feist / Lord Huron / Dan Mangan
The War & Treaty / William Prince / Southern Avenue
August 10, 2019
Deer Lake Park, Burnaby
Ticket Cost: $60.00 per person
Camping: No
The Salmon Arm Roots & Blues Festival
Heading into it’s 27th year, the Salmon Arm ROOTS&BLUES festival long ago established itself as one of the summer destination spots for fans and lovers of music ranging from Blues to Bluegrass, Celtic to Cuban and Americana to Afro-beat. Located in the picturesque setting Shuswap Lake, ROOTS&BLUES is a three-day event offering audiences, multiple stages and diverse choices of musical styles. Daytime workshops are renowned for delivering high voltage performances. Details
Headliners:
Artists include Jim Cuddy, Irish Mythen and Garifuna Collective, Tal National, Mile Twelve, Jack Semple, Tristan Le Govic and Valdy and many more!
August 15 to 18, 2019
Salmon Arm Fair Grounds 490 5th Ave SW, Salmon Arm
Ticket Costs: Day passes start at $50.00.
Camping: Yes, at an additional cost
Cumberland Wild
Once again, Cumberland – cultural centre of the Comox Valley – has cooked up a full-of-fun music festival, and this one focuses even more on original Canadian content. The inaugural Cumberland Wild will unfold in the heart of the village, with its spotlight on live acts, filled out with a number of “bass-heavy masters” of the turntables. Details
Headliners: TBA
August 17 and 18, 2019
Cumberland Village Park, Cumberland
Ticket Cost: Start at $109.00
Camping: Tent camping only, $40 per person
Ponderosa Arts & Music Festival
Headliners: TBA
Cancelled for 2019.
Rock Creek Fairgrounds, Rock Creek
Ticket Cost: TBA
Camping: Tent camping included. Campers, vans and RV’s pay extra.
Motion Notion
Motion Notion lives in the heart of the beautiful Canadian Rocky Mountains near Golden, and within the hearts of many in the Canadian music festival culture. Those who have experienced the freedom, energy and visual and aural artistry that we and the attendees have helped create over these past 19 years can attest to its truly transformative spirit and beauty. Journey to our magical world and be delighted by the best musical and artistic acts on the planet in one of the most stunning settings on Earth. Details
Cancelled for 2019.
4220 Beaverfoor Road, Golden
Ticket Cost: TBA
Camping: Yes
Nanaimo Summertime Blues Festival
Artists include: Ana Popovic , Sue Foley , Miss Emily , Lindsay Beaver , Crystal Shawanda , Anni Piper , Judy Brown , Jona Kristinsson + many more!
August 22 to 25, 2019
Maffeo Sutton Park, Nanaimo, Vancouver Island
Ticket Cost: Pas: $139 & up
Camping: No
MUSIC FESTIVALS until Mid SEPTEMBER
Sunshine Music Festival
The 37th Annual Sunshine Music Festival is a celebration of music from across Canada and the world. Expect to see world class performances in a picturesque setting at Palm Beach Park on the waterfront. Shop at the craft market and enjoy some tasty treats from the many food vendors. Year after year, the festival gets better and better. Don’t forget your beachwear! Details
August 31 & September 1, 2019
Palm Beach Park, Powell River
Ticket Cost: TBA
Camping: None on-site
Vancouver Island Blues Bash
The 26th annual Vancouver Island Blues Bash features blues and R&B artists/bands in both free and paid admission performances, taking place over three afternoons and two nights at Ship Point. Details
Headliners: TBA
August 31 – September 2 2019
Ship Point, Downtown Victoria’s Inner Harbour, Vancouver Island
Ticket Cost: Free and ticketed events.
Camping: No
Barkerville Cowboy & Drover Jubilee
Celebrating BC’s rich cowboy heritage with 3 musical venues, poetry tent, packing demonstrations and more. Details
Headliners: TBA
September 7 to 8, 2019
Barkerville
Ticket Cost: TBA
Camping: None on-site
Skookum Music Festival
Back in 2020
Stanley Park, Vancouver
Ticket Cost: TBA
Camping: No
Rifflandia
This four-day festival, held in Victoria, offers a diverse lineup of internationally renowned rock, pop and indie musical acts, and celebrates the art and music community of the city. Details
September 12 to 15, 2019
Variety of venues, Victoria
Ticket Cost: TBA
Camping: No
Westward Music Festival
Vancouver’s premier multi-genre, multi-venue music festival. 2019 will mark the third year of this festival, with the goal being to create memorable experiences for fans and artists alike. A variety of venues spread over a 2.5-kilometer area in the Vancouver city center makes this a great way to experience different atmospheres while enjoying each unique artist. Details
Headliners: TBA
September 12 to 15, 2019
Various downtown locations in Vancouver
Ticket Cost: TBA/ 2018: Single performance start at $14.99. Multi-day pass starts at $99.00.
Camping: No
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