EVENTS
EMV's 2025 Summer Festival: In Endless Ascent
Join Early Music Vancouver for a breathtaking exploration of the interconnectedness of music, nature, and the elevation of the soul. The 2025 summer festival, BACH & MOZART: In Endless Ascent, runs from July 26 to August 8, featuring more than 50 acclaimed international and Canadian early music artists performing repertoire spanning from the medieval to the romantic. Highlights include performances by Alexander Weimann, Les Jardins Chorégraphiques, Magali Simard-Galdès, Norbert Rodenkirchen, Chloe Kim, and many more, in both debut and returning appearances. Presented at venues across Vancouver, the festival invites audiences to experience timeless music in fresh and transcendent ways. Presented by Early Music Vancouver. For tickets and information: earlymusic.bc.ca
(Various Venues, July 26–Aug. 8)
Symphony SPLASH!
Celebrate summer and the Victoria Symphony’s 85th anniversary with the return of its beloved outdoor concert event, Symphony SPLASH! Taking place over two days at Victoria’s Inner Harbour, this free, all-ages festival features four live orchestral performances from Victoria Symphony and The National Youth Orchestra of Canada, along with special guest artists including JUNO-nominated Indigenous singer-songwriters Celeigh Cardinal and Shawnee Kish, and BC Hall of Fame percussionist Sal Ferreras with his Latin Jazz Sextet and Cuban vocalist Adonis Puentes. Enjoy family activities, community stage performances, food vendors, and a spectacular fireworks finale on August 3. Grandstand seating and pre-purchased picnic boxes from L’Apero Wine and Cheese Bistro are also available. Presented by Victoria Symphony. For tickets and information: victoriasymphony.ca
(Victoria’s Inner Harbour, Aug. 2 & 3)
VCT Summer Sounds: Sarah McLachlan School of Music
Vancouver Civic Theatres is thrilled to present the free Summer Sounds open-air concert series every Thu from Jul 10–Aug 14!
Get ready to be wowed by a lineup of emerging local artists-to-watch! We are thrilled to present our second annual Sarah McLachlan School of Music Student Spotlight bursting with young Canadian talent.
(šxʷƛ̓exən Xwtl’a7shn 650 Hamilton St, by the Queen Elizabeth Theatre, Aug 7)
VCT Summer Sounds: Closing Party with DJ Softieshan & DJ O Show
Vancouver Civic Theatres is thrilled to present the free Summer Sounds open-air concert series every Thu from Jul 10–Aug 14! 5pm to 7:30pm. For the final event of our 2025 Summer Sounds series, local favourites DJ Softieshan & DJ O Show bring a party to the plaza!
(šxʷƛ̓exən Xwtl’a7shn, 650 Hamilton St, by the Queen Elizabeth Theatre, Aug. 14)
Metta Grove Experience
Merging the essence of meditative sound journeys, music concerts, cinematic films, and mesmerizing psychedelic visuals, Metta Grove is a multimedia symphony that elicits nourishing relaxation, wonder, and euphoria. Featuring stunning visuals of animated art by Simon Haiduk with an uplifting soundtrack, this visionary experience will enliven your senses, leaving you calm and clear. A unique and unforgettable event not to be missed.
(The Rio Theatre, 1660 E Broadway, Vancouver, Sept. 11; Malaspina Theatre, 900 Fifth Street, Nanaimo, Sept. 14; The Towne Theatre, 2910 30th Avenue, Vernon, Oct. 4; Arts Revelstoke, 512 Mackenzie Avenue, Revelstoke, Oct. 5)
Winter Morning Walks
Winter Morning Walks is a multiple GRAMMY award-winning album of two song cycles by composer/arranger Maria Schneider, who has won seven GRAMMY Awards (in both classical and jazz music) and for her collaborations with David Bowie. The piece of the same name is an exquisite setting of nine short poems by Pulitzer Prize-winning poet Ted Kooser, painting a winter landscape moving from the winter solstice to the vernal equinox. Arranged by BC jazz legend Rejean Marois, Winter Morning Walks will be performed with the four-piece instrumentalists of Triology, alongside other seasonal festive favourites. Enjoy this uplifting, timeless musical ode to the human condition that leaves audiences glowing with the transcendent power of art in the darkest time of year.
(The ACT Arts Centre, 11944 Haney Place, Maple Ridge, Sunday, December 7, 2025 | 3:00 PM)
WINTER HARP
For over 30 years, one of the most beloved holiday concerts, Winter Harp, has taken audiences on a journey deep into the heart of Christmas and into the heart of winter. This Renaissance and Celtic inspired performance features an ensemble of classical harps, flutes, drums, tambourines, and a collection of rare and beautiful medieval instruments. With period costumes and poetic narration, Winter Harp brings to life the rich traditions of the season. Glorious music and song combine with festive stories in a medieval setting to wrap you snugly in the Christmas spirit.
(The ACT Arts Centre, 11944 Haney Place, Maple Ridge, Saturday, December 20, 2025 @ 3:00 PM | Sunday, December 21, 2025 @ 3:00 PM)
