🎷 From June 20 to July 1, 2025, Vancouver comes alive with the rhythm and freedom of jazz as the Vancouver International Jazz Festival celebrates its 40th anniversary.
Organized by the Coastal Jazz & Blues Society, the festival is one of British Columbia’s largest non-profit music events, drawing over 100,000 attendees annually and generating more than $20 million in economic impact.
🎼 187 Performances, 50 Free Shows, and World-Class Headliners
This milestone edition features an impressive 187 live performances, spread across venues throughout Vancouver – from downtown to Granville Island and the North Shore.
✨ Don’t miss this year’s headliners:
- Bill Frisell Trio with Thomas Morgan & Rudy Royston
- Richard Bona Asante Trio, blending Afro-jazz, funk, and soul
🆓 Free Events for Everyone
🖼️ Downtown Jazz (June 21–22) – Free opening weekend concerts at the Vancouver Art Gallery, šxʷƛ̓ənəq Xwtl’e7énḵ Square
🍹 Bentall Centre Happy Hour Series (June 23–27, 4–6 p.m.) – Relax with live music on the Dunsmuir Patio
🎨 Ocean Artworks on Granville Island – Free, all-ages outdoor shows on Canada Day, July 1
🌐 A Global Celebration of Jazz and Community
The festival not only celebrates jazz in all its forms, but also promotes cultural diversity, inclusion, and community connection.
With a mix of ticketed events, pay-what-you-can shows, and free concerts, the festival remains accessible, inclusive, and rich in spirit.
📍 Practical Info
🗓️ Dates: June 20 – July 1, 2025
📍 Locations: Vancouver Art Gallery, Granville Island, patios, clubs, North Shore
🎟️ Access: Free, pay-what-you-can, and ticketed events starting at $15
🔗 Official site: www.coastaljazz.ca
