Things to Do in Vancouver in May

Jean Tour by Yebba is a soulful, emotionally charged track that highlights her powerful vocal control and nuanced expression. Blending jazz, R&B, and gospel influences, ...  »

With Support DJ Slamz. Raf Saperra is a UK-based Punjabi singer and songwriter known for blending traditional bhangra elements with contemporary hip-hop and R&B influences. ...  »

Multi-instrumentalist and electronic-pop artist Distant Matter brings his ‘Vivid Nostalgia Tour’ to Fortune Sound on Friday, May 1st! Distant Matter has been making waves in the music ...  »

Fusing global club sounds, rap and bass into high-energy dance floor moments, Chippy Nonstop brings the energy to Village Studios on Friday May 1st! With support from ...  »

Boston-bred Atura is landing at Village Studios on May 2nd. Known for his soulful blend of French house, disco, and hard groove, Atura fuses driving club energy ...  »

Nostalgix is a triple-threat, producer, writer, and rapper, setting dance floors ablaze with her bass-house bangers, empowering energy, and ’90s flair. With releases on Monstercat, Thrive, Confession, ...  »

Karan Aujla’s P-Pop Culture Tour is a global concert series showcasing his signature Punjabi pop and hip-hop fusion. Featuring high-energy performances, live band elements, and sleek ...  »

Uh Oh by Patrick Watson showcases his signature blend of orchestral pop and intimate storytelling. The track features delicate piano, layered vocals, and cinematic arrangements that build ...  »

Oh Wonder are alt-pop duo Anthony Vander West and Josephine Vander West. Their career started when they independently recorded and released once song a month for a ...  »

Vancouver Recital Society presents Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain “The Ukes” are back by popular demand! This world-renowned troupe of all-singing, all-strumming ukulele players makes its much-anticipated ...  »

Live Nation is thrilled to announce ARKELLS “Between Us” City Takeover in Vancouver: 3 nights, across 3 different venues. The 3-night stand will offer a one-of-a-kind tour stop in ...  »

Uniting fiery tradition with bold contemporary flair, Tomas Callister, Paddy Callaghan & Adam Rhodes are a powerhouse trio of folk musicians with roots spanning the Isle of ...  »

San Francisco-based songwriter and producer, Tycho, takes over Fortune Sound for a rare DJ set on Friday, May 8th. Known for blending downtempo, ambient, and IDM with ...  »

It’s Murph’s Weightless Tour sees the fast-rising DJ and producer bring his melodic house sound to stages across North America. Known for atmospheric builds and ...  »

Zinadelphia’s Zina’s Boutique blends soulful R&B with modern pop sensibilities, showcasing her signature warm vocals and introspective songwriting. The project highlights themes of ...  »

Fit For A King embark on the Lonely God North American Tour in spring 2026, supporting their 2025 album. Joined by Invent Animate, ten56., and Acres, the tour spans ...  »

Biltmore Cabaret Presents Local Motive, a night spotlighting some of the most exciting rising artists in the local scene. Headlined by Cody Lawless the lineup also features ...  »

California’s own SCRIPT is landing at Celebrities Nightclub on May 9. Known for his sci-fi futuristic blend of melodic techno, SCRIPT pushes boundaries with hypnotic tones and ...  »

The Martinez Brothers are a Bronx-born DJ and production duo, Chris and Steve Martinez, known for their influential role in global house and techno. Rising from New ...  »

Powfu’s The Lofi Library Tour brings his signature blend of lo-fi hip-hop and introspective pop to intimate stages across North America. Known for soft vocals and ...  »

Echo & the Bunnymen’s More Songs To Learn & Sing tour celebrates the band’s enduring legacy in post-punk. Fronted by Ian McCulloch, they deliver atmospheric ...  »

The Midnight is an American synthwave band composed of Atlanta-based singer-songwriter Tyler Lyle and Portland–based Danish producer, songwriter, and singer Tim McEwan. The band’s motto ...  »

JIMI blends emotionally charged pop, hip-hop, and alternative influences into a sound that is both intimate and explosive. Known for honest songwriting, atmospheric production, and dynamic live ...  »

Celebrating four decades of influential alternative rock, The Afghan Whigs return with their 40th Anniversary Tour alongside Mercury Rev. Led by Greg Dulli, The Afghan Whigs blend ...  »

The Vancouver Bach Family of Choirs presents MOTHER/LAND World Premiere, a poignant new opera-oratorio exploring love, community, the “other,” and determination. Written by Jeffrey Ryan and ...  »

Kevin Morby crafts poetic indie rock steeped in folk, Americana, and raw storytelling. Formerly of Woods and The Babies, the acclaimed singer-songwriter has built a devoted following ...  »

NewDad fuse shoegaze textures, indie rock, and haunting dream-pop melodies into a darkly atmospheric live experience. Emerging from Galway, Ireland, the band has gained international attention for ...  »

Since Ichiko Aoba’s 2010 debut, Razorblade Maiden, the Japanese singer-songwriter-multi-instrumentalist has released seven albums, founded her independent label hermine, has performed in a growing list of territories ...  »

Danny Brown is an American rapper known for his high-pitched delivery, experimental production choices, and vivid, often chaotic storytelling. Emerging from Detroit, he gained major attention with ...  »

With DUG. The Scratch is an Irish band known for their unique blend of acoustic punk, heavy metal energy, and traditional Irish influences. Formed in Dublin, the ...  »

Old Mervs is an Australian indie rock duo known for their energetic guitar-driven sound and relatable lyrics. Formed by childhood friends David House and Henry Carrington-Jones, the ...  »

Featuring: Bruce Cockburn, Jane Fonda, Al Gore, Rick Hansen, Chantal Kreviazuk, Sarah McLachlan, Danny Michel, William Prince, George Stroumboulopoulos and Tanya Tagaq. A celebration of David at 90, ...  »

Juno Award winner and founder of No Neon, HNTR takes over Village Studios on Saturday, May 23rd! Emerging from Toronto’s underground, HNTR has quickly built a ...  »

Skin On Skin has grown into a global favourite in recent years with his progressive blend of techno, house and alternative hip-hop. SOS exploded onto the scene ...  »

GRAMMY-nominated producer & DJ Jayda G brings her vibrant blend of disco, boogie, and soul-infused house to Celebrities Nightclub on May 23rd. Known for her infectious energy, ...  »

R&B ONLY LIVE is coming to your city for the ultimate R&B experience. Come sing, dance, and experience R&B music from ...  »

The Grapes of Wrath is a Canadian alternative rock band formed in the 1980s, known for melodic songwriting and thoughtful lyrics. Founding members Kevin Kane and Tom ...  »

Blending indie, psych, and Latin alternative, the tour connects scenes and audiences across North America, Latin America, and Europe, shaped by years of unforgettable live shows. INNER ...  »

Ever since its inception in 1927, many of today’s legendary figures in music have first made their mark at Warsaw’s International Chopin Competition. Quite often, the ...  »

Leonard Cohen and Joni Mitchell: The Untold Love Story immerses audiences in the passionate but brief romance the iconic duo shared that shaped their songs, their lives ...  »

Led by Tennessee songwriter Josiah Leming, Josiah and the Bonnevilles deliver a stirring blend of Americana, indie folk, and country storytelling. The Redline North America Tour highlights ...  »

Known for his melodic house and techno sound, Dj and producer Jeremy Olander takes over Celebrities Nightclub on MAY 30. Jeremy Olander gained recognition as the inaugural signee ...  »

Don’t miss your chance to see Showtime’s The Michael Jackson History Show- returning to Canada in 2026 to commemorate 30 years since Michael Jackson’s final, groundbreaking ...  »

Blues rock duo The Black Keys return to the road with the PEACHES ’N KREAM World Tour, supporting their 2026 album Peaches!. Spanning North America and Europe, the ...  »

With Twilight Force, Greyhawk Scottish pirate metal legends Alestorm are bringing their chaotic, rum soaked live show across Canada on the Mostly Canadian Tour 2026. Joined by Twilight ...  »

The Broadway Chorfest Choir, under the leadership of Tony LePage – from Broadway’s “Rock of Ages” and “Come From Away”; plus performances by participating choirs Burstin’ with ...  »