Victoria and Nanaimo Join Free Concert Series Leading Up to 2025 Juno Awards

BC’s music scene takes center stage with province-wide showcases celebrating local talent.

As excitement builds for the 2025 Juno Awards in Vancouver, British Columbia is kicking off celebrations early with a series of free concerts across the province. Designed to spotlight BC’s vibrant and diverse music culture, these events will bring emerging and acclaimed artists to stages in six cities—Victoria, Nanaimo, Prince George, Surrey, Kelowna, and Terrace—throughout March. From indie-pop to hip-hop, the showcases promise a dynamic preview of the talent shaping Canada’s music landscape.

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Key Dates & Locations

• Surrey Showcase: Saturday, March 15 (City Hall Plaza, 30+ artists across six stages)
• Victoria Showcase: Tuesday, March 25 (Lucky Bar)
• Nanaimo Showcase: Thursday, March 27 (The Queen’s) • Juno Awards Ceremony: Sunday, March 30 (Rogers Arena, Vancouver)

Spotlight: Victoria’s Indie-Pop Night

Date/Venue: March 25 @ Lucky Bar

• Vox Rea: A moody indie-pop band (Vancouver/Victoria) known for performances at Phillips Backyard and Rifflandia.
• Luca Fogale: Burnaby-born singer-songwriter and two-time Juno nominee (2022, 2024) for Adult Contemporary Album of the Year.

Spotlight: Nanaimo’s Hip-Hop Extravaganza

Date/Venue: March 27 @ The Queen’s

• Snotty Nose Rez Kids: Critically acclaimed hip-hop duo from Haisla First Nation; Polaris Prize shortlisted for all four albums and multi-Juno nominees.
• Sirreal: Vancouver Island rapper who’s shared stages with Method Man, Ludacris, and Bone Thugs N Harmony.
• DJ All Good: Vancouver Island’s top turntablist, blending genres for high-energy sets.

Surrey’s Mega Showcase

The largest event in the series, Surrey’s March 15 showcase at City Hall Plaza will feature over 30 artists across six stages. While full lineups are still emerging, the scale highlights Surrey’s growing role as a cultural hub.

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Additional Highlights

Other artists featured in the series include:
• Coastal Drifters (folk/rock)
• Desiree Dawson (soulful singer-songwriter)
• Élodie Orsei (genre-blurring performer)
• Garret T Willie (Indigenous folk artist)

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The 2025 Juno Awards ceremony will cap off the festivities on March 30 at Vancouver’s Rogers Arena. For full details on concert lineups, venues, and times, visit the Let’s Hear It BC website.

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Disclaimer

Vanislander provides information for general reference only. We do not assume responsibility for any changes, cancellations, or modifications made by third parties. For the most up-to-date details, please refer to the official websites or social media channels of the respective organizers or businesses.