PNE Summer Night Concerts 2026 Lineup Announced: Blue Rodeo, Earth, Wind & Fire, Cynthia Erivo With the VSO, and More
The PNE has unveiled the full lineup for the 2026 Summer Night Concerts, presented by Chevrolet, running from August 22 to September 7, 2026 at the PNE Fair in Vancouver, BC. The 15-night series brings an exceptionally broad range of artists to the stage, spanning classic rock, pop, hip-hop, electronic, orchestral, and more. Tickets start as low as $49 + fees and include admission to the PNE Fair. The presale begins Sunday, April 19, with general on-sale beginning Monday, April 20 at 10am via TicketLeader.ca. Full details and individual show pages are at pne.ca/snc.
A New Stage for a New Era
This year's Summer Night Concerts mark the official debut of the Freedom Mobile Arch, a purpose-built amphitheatre designed for world-class live performances. The new venue promises enhanced sightlines, premium acoustics, and an elevated fan experience that signals a new chapter for one of Vancouver's most beloved summer traditions. Every show begins at 8pm.
The Highlights
The lineup is one of the strongest in the series' recent history. Canadian rock institution Blue Rodeo opens the run on August 22, followed by a rare reunion show from The Guess Who on August 23 as part of their Takin' It Back North American Tour, marking the first time founding members Burton Cummings and Randy Bachman have shared the stage in 23 years. Electronic producer and DJ Zedd brings a dance-floor energy to August 27, while indie-folk favourites Mt. Joy play August 28.
One of the most distinctive bookings of the summer is Cynthia Erivo with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra on August 29, with guest conductor Anthony Parnther. The Emmy, Tony, and Grammy Award-winning actress and singer brings her formidable voice to the PNE stage in a one-of-a-kind orchestral evening fresh from her celebrated West End run. Winnipeg funk-fusion collective Punjabi Virsa closes out August on the 30th.
September opens strong with multi-platinum rock act Train on September 1 and fellow Canadian favourites Barenaked Ladies on September 2. Comedy rock icon Weird Al Yankovic brings his Bigger & Weirder 2026 Tour on September 3, followed by the PNE debut of legendary funk and soul group Earth, Wind & Fire on September 4. Post-hardcore band Pierce the Veil plays September 5, and Canadian singer-songwriter Sarah McLachlan headlines September 6. The series closes on September 7 with Boy George & Culture Club.
Tickets and Fair Admission
The 2026 PNE Summer Night Concerts run August 22 through September 7, 2026, at the Freedom Mobile Arch at the PNE Fair in Vancouver, BC, with all shows beginning at 8pm. Tickets purchased online include admission to the PNE Fair and start at $49 + fees. Tickets purchased onsite do not include Fair admission, and PNE Fair Gate Passes do not provide access to the concerts. Box, Suite, and Skybox options are available for select shows by contacting PNE Group Sales at groupsales@pne.ca. The presale begins Sunday, April 19, and tickets go on general sale Monday, April 20 at 10am at TicketLeader.ca.
2026 PNE Summer Night Concerts - Full Lineup
- August 22 - Blue Rodeo
- August 23 - The Guess Who
- August 25 - The Beaches
- August 26 - Nelly
- August 27 - Zedd
- August 28 - Mt. Joy
- August 29 - Cynthia Erivo with the VSO
- August 30 - Punjabi Virsa
- September 1 - Train
- September 2 - Barenaked Ladies
- September 3 - Weird Al Yankovic
- September 4 - Earth, Wind & Fire
- September 5 - Pierce the Veil
- September 6 - Sarah McLachlan
- September 7 - Boy George & Culture Club
All shows at 8pm. Tickets include PNE Fair admission when purchased online. Buy at TicketLeader.ca.
