Summer Stages

Celebrate the summer with a free live performance series at Confederation Park (by the spray park)! Bring a blanket or a chair and enjoy 2 live performances every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 11:30 am and 2 pm! View the schedule.

That’s not all! Between 11 am and 3 pm each day, we’ve got exciting activities for everyone. Dive into free family-friendly art sessions or challenge your crew to lawn games. As a special treat, selected days feature free face painting and henna art for the delight of kids and grown-ups alike!

Location: Confederation Park, 250 Willingdon Ave | Get directions

Interested in performing? Please submit our online form—submissions are accepted year round.

Have questions? Email [email protected].

2025 schedule

Featured performer: The Magical Kingdom Sing and Dance Along Show

Date/Time	Show/Performer
July 8 11:30 am-12:15 pm	The Magical Kingdom Sing and Dance A-long Show Step into a Princess-powered world of imagination and magical adventure packed with high energy singing and dancing.
July 8 2-2:45 pm	Kathak: Classical Indian Dance + Lesson Experience the captivating artistry of Palak Dhimān, a Canadian Indian classical kathak dancer who masterfully transforms emotions into mesmerizing movements. Stay after the show for a complimentary dance lesson and discover the beauty of kathak for yourself!
July 9 11:30 am-12:15 pm	Circus Friends Show feat Ginalina Enjoy movement and music with award-winning Singer-Singwriter Ginalina and her band of musicians and circus stars! This hands-on show invites children and adults alike to join in through dancing, juggling, singing, hula hoops and wonder.
July 9 2-2:45 pm	Sangre Morena Latin Music Duo Music and songs from Mexico, Latin America and Spain, with the fiery sounds of the Flamenco Guitar.
July 10 11:30 am-12:15 pm	Yuki the Juggler: All the Way from Japan! Award-winning Japanese Canadian Juggler & Circus artist Yuki will dazzle you with his innovative juggling, comedy and storytelling show.
July 10 2-2:45 pm	Chinese Lion Dancers Experience the vibrant energy and rich cultural heritage of a traditional Chinese lion dance performance. This spectacular show celebrates time-honored customs with dazzling costumes, dynamic movements and auspicious symbolism.

Featured performer: Robin Layne and the Rhythm Makers

Date/Time	Show/Performer
July 15 11:30 am-12:15 pm	Drumming with Rhythm Resource Join this interactive and energetic drumming workshop for a culturally enriching experience with immersive hands-on drumming using percussion from around the world, featuring stomping, clapping and loads of fun!
July 15 2-2:45 pm	Mdundo Arts African Dance Show This African singing and dance workshop features high energy drumming and dance from East Africa. Come prepared to move to the beats and join in the fun!
July 16 11:30 am-12:15 pm	Robin Layne and the Rhythm Makers With roots in rhythmic traditions around the globe this groove heavy ensemble delivers music that transcends the bounds of tradition, blurring the lines between jazz and folk.
July 16 2-2:45 pm	CoSei Trio Enjoy the musical stylings of singer-songwriter Pico Misaki in CoSei. Her band fuses the koto, a traditional Japanese instrument, into contemporary music for a truly unique sound.
July 17 11:30 am-12:15 pm	Burnaby Lyric Opera Experience the passion of grand opera with arias and scenes from the most beloved dramatic works. Featuring a selection of famous and emotionally charged tunes, this performance promises an unforgettable operatic journey.
July 17 2-2:45 pm	Brazilian Flavours Brazilian Flavours offers a vibrant blend of Brazilian Choro and Forró music, enriched with original compositions. Their unique sound features the intricate melodies of the 7-string guitar and the rhythmic interplay of accordion, marimba, percussion and double bass.

Featured performer: Burnaby Lyric Opera

Date/Time	Show/Performer
July 22 11:30 am-12:15 pm	Music with Marnie Marnie will be sure to captivate your child and have them moving and grooving to songs from her four award winning albums.
July 22 2-2:45 pm	Storyteller Russell Hirsch Russell is a storyteller and author based in Vancouver, Canada. He performs folktales and original stories for kids and adults alike. Silly stories. Thoughtful stories. Stories full of imagination, heart, and magic!
July 23 11:30 am-12:15 pm	Indigenous Stories with Kung Jaadee Kung Jaadee (Roberta Kennedy)has performed traditional Haida legends, while also sharing vivid personal stories about her clan's survival of the smallpox epidemic, and the history and culture of her people. She belongs to the X̱aayda (Haida), xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), Tlingit, Tsleil-Waututh Nations, and is also part Hawaiian.
July 23 2-2:45 pm	Aaron Wong: Elvis Tribute Artist Get ready to dance and sing along to all your favorite upbeat early Elvis Presley hits. This energetic show will have you twisting and shouting to the King's most joyful tunes and leave you swooning for more!
July 24 11:30 am-12:15 pm	Vancouver Chinese Music Ensemble This group consists of musicians who are all masters of traditional instruments including Chinese flutes (dizi), guitars (ruan), violin (erhu), pipes (sheng), zither (guzheng) and lute (pipa). They blend tradition and technical mastery with a passionate approach. This enables them to integrate diverse styles on Chinese instruments.
July 24 2-2:45 pm	Burnaby Lyric Opera Experience the passion of grand opera with arias and scenes from the most beloved dramatic works. Featuring a selection of famous and emotionally charged tunes, this performance promises an unforgettable operatic journey.

Featured performer: Ventriloquist Kellie Haines

Date	Show/Performer
July 29 11:30 am-12:15 pm	Ventriloquist Kellie Haines A multi-talented entertainer with a background in theatre, clowning and singing, Kellie’s shows are hilarious and her technical skills invite audiences to experience storytelling in a unique and magical way.
July 29 2-2:45 pm	The Magical Kingdom Sing and Dance A-long Show Step into a Princess-powered world of imagination and magical adventure packed with high energy singing and dancing.
July 30 11:30 am-12:15 pm	Storyteller Russell Hirsch Russell is a storyteller and author based in Vancouver, Canada. He performs folktales and original stories for kids and adults alike. Silly stories. Thoughtful stories. Stories full of imagination, heart and magic!
July 30 2-2:45 pm	Silk Road Music Quartet Silk Road Music has pioneered Chinese-Western musical fusions, blending Chinese folk and classical music with Celtic, Latin, Arabic, Aboriginal, jazz and blues music.
July 31 11:30 am-12:15 pm	The One Eyed Troll Audience members get swept into the action and become a part of the unique storytelling style. In The One-Eyed Troll, based Scandinavian folktale, an evil troll has taken over the forest. Everyone is terrified, but a young boy out looking for some firewood just might have a solution.
July 31 2-2:45 pm	Murphy and the Cats Get your toes tappin' with this upbeat and energetic tribute to legendary 1930's jazz beats! Come prepared to dance!

Featured performer: The Blues Rocks! Band

Date/Time	Show/Performer
August 5 11:30 am-12:15 pm	Chinese Lion Dance Performance Experience the vibrant energy and rich cultural heritage of a traditional Chinese lion dance performance. This spectacular show celebrates time-honored customs with dazzling costumes, dynamic movements, and auspicious symbolism.
August 5 2-2:45 pm	Aaron Wong: Elvis Tribute Artist Get ready to dance and sing along to all your favorite upbeat early Elvis Presley hits. This energetic show will have you twisting and shouting to the King's most joyful tunes and leave you swooning for more!
August 6 11:30 am-12:15 pm	The Blues Rocks! Band Through listening, singing, and clapping along kids will learn to recognize that their favourite music is built on the Blues! The show's 4 piece band covers everything including Elvis Presley, Led Zeppelin and Robert Johnson.
August 6 2-2:45 pm	Sangre Morena Latin Music Duo Feel the heat! Music and songs from Mexico, Latin America and Spain, accompanied by the fiery and dramatic sounds of the Flamenco Guitar.
August 7 11:30 am-12:15 pm	Stories on Wheels: Tales from Around the World STORIES on WHEELS is an original street theatre storytelling act for the whole family. Tales are brought to life by a high-energy comic performer, using beautifully illustrated picture cards displayed in a magnificent miniature wooden stage attached to the back a bicycle.
August 7 2-2:45 pm	CoSei Trio Enjoy the musical stylings of singer-songwriter Pico Misaki in CoSei. Her band fuses the koto, a traditional Japanese instrument, into contemporary music for a truly unique sound.

Featured performer: The Boytles

Date/Time	Show/Performer
August 12 11:30 am-12:15 pm	Murphy and the Cats Get your toes tappin' with this upbeat and energetic tribute to legendary 1930's jazz beats! Come prepared to dance!
August 12 2-2:45 pm	The Boytles Experience the energy of Beatlemania with The Boytles, a tribute band featuring four talented local young lads who bring the iconic music to life! Catch their electrifying performances and relive the magic of the Fab Four.
August 13 11:30 am-12:15 pm	Fusion Folk Trio feat Ginlina 5x Canadian Folk Music Awards nominee Ginalina presents a modern collection of Canadian-Asian folk music inspired by traditional songs from China and Taiwan, featuring guests from the Vancouver Chinese Music Ensemble. Featured instruments include the melodic tones of guzheng, erhu and guitar.
August 13 2-2:45 pm	Vancouver Puppet Theatre present: Baba Yaga and the Black Flower This marionette show for kids and adults is based on Eastern European folklore. Handmade marionettes are waiting to tell you the story of Baba Yaga, an ancient Russian forest entity is cosmically cranky and lives in a chicken-legged house. This story has all the classic elements of the thriller for kids: the grieving king, the beautiful princess and the cruel villain. And then, of course, there is an unexpected twist...
August 14 11:30 am-12:15 pm	Juggler Mike Battie For decades Mike Battie has been wowing audiences all over the province with his juggling expertise. Mike has gained well-earned respect for his dynamic work with clubs, flaming torches, unicycle, stilts, devil sticks, and diablo.
August 14 2-2:45 pm	Guitar with Alastair McMurray Relive the golden age of folk with Alastair McMurray, as he masterfully plays iconic hits from the 60s to 80s alongside his own compelling original compositions. Don't miss an afternoon of nostalgic melodies and heartfelt tunes.

Featured performer: Cosmo's Clown Circus Show

Date/Time	Show/Performer
August 19 11:30 am-12:15 pm	Cosmo's Clown Circus Show Cosmo brings a trunk full of circus surprises to the stage. From flying hats to daring balancing acts, every moment is filled with excitement. What will happen next? Brace yourself for a thrilling mix of danger and delight as Cosmo valiantly shares the magic of the circus!
August 19 2-2:45 pm	Kathak: Classical Indian Dance + Lesson Experience the captivating artistry of Palak Dhimān, a Canadian Indian classical kathak dancer who masterfully transforms emotions into mesmerizing movements. Stay after the show for a complimentary dance lesson and discover the beauty of kathak for yourself!
August 20 11:30 am-12:15 pm	Cause & Effect Circus Show Experience a full-length, theatrical production where juggling becomes an art of storytelling. This show is a captivating journey for all ages!
August 20 2-2:45 pm	Silk Road Quartet Silk Road Music has pioneered Chinese-Western musical fusions, blending Chinese folk and classical music with Celtic, Latin, Arabic, Aboriginal, jazz, and blues music.
August 21 11:30 am-12:15 pm	Shot of Scotch Highland Dancers Experience the energy and precision of a Highland Dance troupe, showcasing the vibrant and traditional dances of Scotland with captivating skill and heritage. Witness the athletic leaps and intricate footwork that embody Scotland's rich cultural tapestry.
August 21 2-2:45 pm	Zheng Zheng: Chinese Traditional Music Immerse yourself in a serene soundscape with this collection of Classical Chinese music, where the ethereal melodies of the Konghou intertwine beautifully with the evocative tones of the Guzheng. Experience a tranquil journey through China's rich musical heritage. Free tai chi workshop after the show!

Featured performer: Cause & Effect Circus Show

Date	Show/Performer
August 26 11:30 am-12:15 pm	Cause & Effect Circus Show Come and join the Circus! Prepare to be captivated by the mesmerizing blend of traditional and contemporary juggling, a vibrant and interactive performance that promises to thrill and fill you with awe. Come witness the artistry!
August 26 2-2:45 pm	Shot of Scotch Highland Dancers Experience the energy and precision of a Highland Dance troupe, showcasing the vibrant and traditional dances of Scotland with captivating skill and heritage. Witness the athletic leaps and intricate footwork that embody Scotland's rich cultural tapestry.
August 27 11:30 am-12:15 pm	Pastiche feat. Jocelyn Petit Pastiche artfully blends original material with traditional folk songs and tunes from France and Quebec. Much of the repertoire makes use of irregular rhythms, modern chording and complex arrangements. The result is a pastiche of influences, both contemporary and past, which can best be described as “folk-nouveau”.
August 27 2-2:45 pm	Storyteller Naomi Steinberg Born on Canada's supernatural westcoast, in beautiful Coast Salish territories, of French and Jewish descent, Naomi Steinberg has brought traditional folk stories, fairy tales and community-based art projects to life in countries around the world. Naomi believes that to explore a story deeply is to embark on a journey of discovery and play. She is renowned for her ability to bring stories to life using movement, clown, contemplation, and vocal dynamics.
August 28 11:30 am-12:15 pm	Cosmo's Clown Circus Show Cosmo brings a trunk full of circus surprises to the stage. From flying hats to daring balancing acts, every moment is filled with excitement. What will happen next? Brace yourself for a thrilling mix of danger and delight as Cosmo valiantly shares the magic of the circus!
August 28 2-2:45 pm	Zheng Zheng: Chinese Traditional Music Immerse yourself in a serene soundscape with this collection of Classical Chinese music, where the ethereal melodies of the Konghou intertwine beautifully with the evocative tones of the Guzheng. Experience a tranquil journey through China's rich musical heritage.