Taylor Swift, Coldplay, Billie Eilish, Beyoncé, Paul McCartney, Metallica—just a glimpse of the superstar lineup that has graced Vancouver’s stages. Located in the heart of the city, just a stone’s throw away from the water, BC Place and Rogers Arena are more than just the homes of the BC Lions (CFL), Vancouver Whitecaps (MLS), and Vancouver Canucks (NHL); they are also the go-to venues for Vancouver’s biggest concerts, drawing thousands of music fans from all over.

Over in the Hastings-Sunrise neighbourhood, you’ll find the PNE, home to three concert venues that showcase some of the world’s most exciting emerging artists. If you’re visiting in August, don’t miss their Summer Night Concert series, where you can enjoy two weeks of live music spanning genres from pop and country to folk and beyond.

For those looking to hit a high note amongst some of Vancouver’s most historic live music locales look no further than Granville Street. The Commodore Ballroom is an iconic nightlife venue known for its historic charm, legendary live music performances, and lively atmosphere that has made it a cornerstone of the city's entertainment scene for decades. In contrast, the opulence of the Orpheum Theatre is home to the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra and the Vancouver Chamber Choir, where you can listen to world-class classical music from its exquisite auditorium.

Step a little further from downtown in nearby Mount Pleasant and you’ll find the Biltmore Cabaret, considered an incubator for cutting-edge acts. Featuring performances from across all genres for over 50 years, this community-focused venue showcases emerging local talent as well as up-and-coming touring acts from further afield.

You don’t have to be among thousands of fans to experience amazing music here. Thanks to Vancouver’s distinctive neighbourhoods, the city offers an eclectic mix of unique, intimate music venues showcasing incredible talent. Be it a coffee shop-come-jazz bar on Main Street (Aperture Coffee Bar), an underground hideaway in Gastown (Guilt & Co), or a spatial sound studio in East Van (Lobe), there’s music playing in all corners of the city.