Music + Sound Recording

Organized by Coastal Jazz, the longstanding Vancouver Jazz Festival is back with free and ticketed performances across the city, highlighting both international jazz icons and outstanding local talent. Image credit:

Held over 5 days in downtown Victoria, the annual Victoria Ska & Reggae Festival features over 40 artists across multiple genres, including ska, reggae, hip-hop, punk, dub, and more.

ValhallaFest is a three-day music and arts festival held in the old-growth forests just outside Terrace, bringing together electronic music, live performances, art installations, and camping in a unique outdoor

The Pacific Region International Summer Music Association (PRISMA) produces the PRISMA Festival & Academy every June, in Powell River, BC. The festival features full symphonic concerts, chamber performances, student recitals,

Every Wednesday evening at 6.45pm in July and August at Marine Peace Park, 750 Marine Park Drive NE in Salmon Arm. Wednesday on the Wharf is a by-donation, family-friendly outdoor

FVDED in the Park returns to Surrey on July 3–4, 2026, bringing together some of the biggest names in electronic music for one of Western Canada’s largest music festivals. With multiple

Parks Alive! returns this summer with eight weeks of free live performances in parks and public spaces across Kelowna. Since 1997, the award-winning concert series has brought music, arts, and

Join the Golden Skybridge Summer Concert Series every Saturday from July 4 to September 5, 6:30–9 PM, featuring live music from local and touring artists. After a day of adventure,

Indian Summer Festival returns to Vancouver with a dynamic lineup of arts, culture, music, ideas, and storytelling that brings together local and international voices. Celebrating South Asian culture and its

Celebrating its 18th year, Bass Coast is an independent, artist-owned festival shaped by a shared love of electronic music, immersive stages & art, and an expressive and open-hearted community.

Pachena Bay Music Festival returns to the stunning west coast of Vancouver Island, set against the backdrop of Pachena Bay in Bamfield, B.C. Bringing together live music, camping, and coastal adventure,

The Energetic County Fair is the biggest cultural celebration in the Northern British Columbia, in the Energetic City of Fort St John. There will be headline concerts and and world

The Vancouver Folk Music Festival returns to Jericho Beach Park from July 17–19, bringing three days of live music to one of Vancouver’s most scenic waterfront venues. This year’s lineup features

Join us for an unforgettable week of music! The Tuned Up Series features amazing artists, showcasing a diverse range of musical talent that you won’t want to miss. Running Friday,

The 2026 Mission Folk Music Festival returns for its 39th year with a vibrant lineup of folk, roots, world and contemporary artists set against the beautiful backdrop of Fraser River

The Filberg Festival returns in 2026, transforming Comox into a vibrant celebration of arts, culture and community. Explore exceptional Canadian artists, live music, local food and handcrafted works in the

Mosaic Festival is a community arts and music festival on the August long weekend produced by Ptarmigan Arts that celebrates the diversity of the land we live on and the

From August 5–15, Vines Art Festival returns to parks across Vancouver with this year’s theme, What Does the Spirit of the Setting Sun Say? Bringing together artists, audiences and communities

On August 6 - 9, Electric Love Music Festival returns with 4 stages of immaculately curated music — blending groovy old-school vibes with cutting-edge sounds. A space where local artists share the spotlight

The Nelson International Mural Festival returns August 7–9, 2026, transforming downtown Nelson into a vibrant outdoor gallery featuring local, national and international mural artists. Alongside live mural painting, the festival

The Sp’akw’us Feather Shakedown is an annual, free, community arts and culture festival held at Sp’akw’us Feather Park in Squamish, BC. It features live music, food trucks, and a celebration of

Black Block Party 2026 celebrates Black music, arts and creates a community for Black folks in an atmosphere that truly represents Black culture, talents, and creativity. The free event takes place