Let’s Hear it for Yaletown – Free Outdoor Jazz
byIn celebration of 150 years of music in Canada, Yaletown will be hosting five days of free outdoor jazz. Let’s Hear it for Yaletown takes place the week leading up to Canada day, the neighborhood will be serenaded with the sounds of live Canadian jazz bands at lunchtime and after work.
Let’s Hear it for Yaletown – Free Outdoor Jazz
Where: Bill Curtis Square (Canada Line Station at Mainland & Davie)
When: Monday, June 26 to Friday, June 30, 2017
Times: 11:00am to 1:00pm, and 5:00pm to 7:00pm
There will also be vendors on site, including BCAA, Cha Le Merchant Café + Tea Shop, Flying Pig, Mister, and Up Jus. Explore the trendy, upscale, historic neighbourhood before or after each performance, stop by on your lunch break, or plan a date night in the evening.
Artist Schedule (Curated by Vancity Hot Jazz)
Monday, June 26, 2017 New Orleans Jazz 11:00am to 1:00pm Tim Sars Trio 5:00pm to 7:00pm Benny and the Good Men Tuesday, June 27, 2017 |
Wednesday, June 28, 2017 Modern Jazz 11:00am to 1:00pm Kayden Gorden Trio 5:00pm to 7:00pm Ben Henrique Trio Thursday, June 29, 2017 |
Friday, June 30, 2017 Swing Era Trad Jazz 11:00am to 1:00pm Jen Hodge All Stars 5:00pm to 7:00pm Josh Roberts Trio |
Grab a picnic, sip your coffee, tap your toes, dance along, and enjoy live performances. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, everyone can enjoy these sweet and soulful shows twice daily!
For more information about what’s happening in Yaletown this summer, including free, fun events like this, follow the Yaletown BIA on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.