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Vancouver’s Coast City Country Festival Unveils Star-Studded Lineup for 2024
Get ready to don your cowboy boots and embrace the rhythm of country music, as Vancouver gears up for the grandest musical spectacle of the year—the inaugural Coast City Country Festival. Set against the stunning backdrop of Vancouver’s coastal and mountain charm, this groundbreaking event, presented by Live Nation, is scheduled to take place on April 19-20, 2024, promising an extraordinary celebration of country music.
BC Place Stadium will serve as the epicenter of the festival. The lineup, unveiled today, features an impressive array of international and homegrown talent. Headlining the festival are none other than the renowned American Idol judge Luke Bryan, diamond-selling rock icons Nickelback, and the award-winning country superstar Dierks Bentley. Joining these headliners are rising star Bailey Zimmerman, along with stellar acts such as Brett Young, Walker Hayes, Elle King, Nate Smith, and more. With over 30 acts set to perform, Coast City Country Festival promises an unforgettable experience for country music aficionados.
As the sun sets, the festivities will continue with the Coast City Country Late Nights at the iconic Commodore Ballroom. Kicking off with a special party on April 18, featuring Kameron Marlowe, Meghan Patrick, and Teigen Gayse, the late-night events on April 19-20 will be headlined by The War and Treaty, Travis Denning, Owen Riegling, and a special surprise guest.
The excitement extends beyond the stadium, as the festival aims to immerse music fans in a myriad of exciting experiences throughout the city over three days. From lively street parties and stages to an in-stadium craft beer and whiskey fest, an outdoor BBQ smokehouse, and charming roadhouses, Coast City Country Festival ensures a diverse and entertaining celebration of the country music genre.
For festival-goers seeking a seamless experience, Coast City Country has partnered with the Douglas Hotel, designated as the official Host Hotel for the event. Tickets and hotel accommodations can be secured through Vibee starting December 6th.
In the spirit of giving back, a portion of the proceeds from ticket sales will contribute to various charities supporting BC wildfire relief, aligning the festival with a meaningful cause. Stay connected for all the latest updates, announcements, and news through Coast City Country’s social media channels and find comprehensive information on this year’s festival on their website. Get ready to be part of history as Vancouver becomes the ultimate destination for country music enthusiasts!
With tickets going on sale this Friday, December 8, at 10 am PST, mark your calendars for the Coast City Country Festival on April 19-20, 2024. Don’t miss your chance to experience the magic of country music in the heart of Vancouver!
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Governors Ball 2026 Release Daily Schedules
The set times are in. Governors Ball Music Festival just dropped its daily schedules for June 5–7, and the usual game begins: mapping your day, picking your battles, and accepting you can’t see everything.
Friday, June 5
Day one leans indie-pop into rap by night. Lorde closes the main stage at 8:30, opposite the tail end of Baby Keem(7:30–8:30). That’s your first big call: polished pop spectacle or Keem’s high-energy set.
Earlier, things get messy in a good way. KATSEYE (6:35–7:30) overlaps with Pierce the Veil (5:30–6:30) bleed, and The Beths (6:00–7:00) sit right in between. Indie fans will feel that pinch.
Midday conflicts are lighter, but The Dare (4:00–4:45) vs. Arcy Drive (3:30–4:15) creates a small fork in the road.
If you’re pacing yourself, the cleanest run is late afternoon into Mariah the Scientist (4:45–5:30), then pick your lane.
Saturday, June 6
Saturday is the most chaotic on paper. Stray Kids headline at 8:30, directly after Kali Uchis (7:30–8:30). That transition is smooth if you stay put.
The real trouble hits earlier. Major Lazer (6:30–7:30) collides with Blood Orange (5:30–6:30) and the start of Amyl and the Sniffers (7:30–8:30). Dancehall vs. alt-R&B vs. punk. Pick a mood and commit.
Mid-card is stacked with clashes: Ravyn Lenae (4:00–4:45) overlaps with Jane Remover (3:30–4:15), and Snow Strippers (4:45–5:30) runs right into Wet Leg (4:45–5:30). That last one is a true coin flip, two buzzy acts at the exact same time.
Sunday, June 7
Sunday might be the strongest day top to bottom. A$AP Rocky closes at 8:45, opposite the end of JENNIE (7:45–8:45) and Freddie Gibbs & The Alchemist (7:45–8:45). That’s the toughest final hour of the weekend.
The lead-up is just as tight. Dominic Fike (6:45–7:45) overlaps with Clipse (5:45–6:45) and Hot Mulligan (6:15–7:15). Three different crowds, same window.
Earlier, Japanese Breakfast (4:00–4:45) and Holly Humberstone (3:15–4:00) form a nice back-to-back if you stay mobile, but Between Friends (2:30–3:15) cuts into that flow.
The takeaway
Friday is manageable. Saturday is conflict-heavy. Sunday is stacked late.
If you hate missing songs, plan short splits. If you want full sets, accept you’ll miss something big. That’s part of the deal, and honestly, half the fun.
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PNE Summer Night Concerts Announce 2026 Lineup
Vancouver’s summer concert calendar is locking into place. The annual Summer Night Concerts are set to return to the Pacific National Exhibition from August 22 through September 7, bringing live music back to one of the city’s biggest seasonal events.
This year carries a bit more weight than usual. The series will debut at the brand-new Freedom Mobile Arch, a 10,000-seat outdoor amphitheatre built for large-scale performances. The venue promises better sightlines, improved sound, and a more immersive setup for fans. It’s a major shift for the fair, which spent much of last year dealing with construction that limited its footprint and contributed to a drop in attendance.
Now, with the full site back in action, organizers are aiming for a reset. The 2026 lineup leans into that idea, mixing legacy acts with newer names across genres like rock, pop, hip-hop, and electronic.
Headliners include Blue Rodeo, The Guess Who, The Beaches, Nelly, and Zedd, alongside artists like Mt. Joy, Train, and Barenaked Ladies. Special performances include Cynthia Erivo backed by the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra, as well as appearances from Punjabi Virsa, Weird Al Yankovic, Earth, Wind & Fire, Pierce the Veil, Sarah McLachlan, and Boy George & Culture Club.
The full schedule runs nightly:
- Aug. 22: Blue Rodeo
- Aug. 23: The Guess Who
- Aug. 25: The Beaches
- Aug. 26: Nelly
- Aug. 27: Zedd
- Aug. 28: Mt. Joy
- Aug. 29: Cynthia Erivo with VSO
- Aug. 30: Punjabi Virsa
- Sept. 1: Train
- Sept. 2: Barenaked Ladies
- Sept. 3: Weird Al Yankovic
- Sept. 4: Earth, Wind & Fire
- Sept. 5: Pierce the Veil
- Sept. 6: Sarah McLachlan
- Sept. 7: Boy George & Culture Club
Tickets start at $49 plus fees and include admission to the PNE Fair. Presale began April 19, with general on-sale launching April 20 through TicketLeader.
New venue, full fairgrounds, and a lineup that leans both nostalgic and current. After a quieter year, the PNE looks ready to feel busy again.