Events

Valdy, born Valdemar Horsdal in Ottawa, has been a fixture in Canadian pop and folk music for nearly 40 years. Known for his warm storytelling and keen observation of life's moments, Valdy is celebrated for hits like "Play Me a Rock and Roll Song" and his engaging performances.

With almost half a million albums sold, Valdy boasts two Juno Awards (Folk Singer and Folk Entertainer of the Year), seven nominations, and four Gold albums.

Doors: 7:00 PM
Showtime: 7:30 PM

Presented by The Brackendale Art Gallery Society with support from The Vancouver Community Foundation, this seated, theatre-style event includes chairs with backs and possibly some tables. The kitchen and bar will be open before the show for dinner and drinks.

Over the past two decades, Steve Dawson has become a key figure in the Canadian music scene, blending natural talent with immense dedication. Whether captivating audiences with his dynamic live performances or producing standout work in the studio, Dawson constantly pushes his craft to new heights.

Originally from Vancouver and now based in Nashville, Steve excels as a solo artist, sideman, and producer. This show, presented by The Brackendale Art Gallery Society with support from The Vancouver Community Foundation, promises an engaging experience. The BAG’s kitchen and bar will be open for dinner and drinks before the show. Seating will be theatre-style, with chairs and possibly some tables.

Instruments welcome for participation. This is a free event - come out to listen and enjoy some amazing traditional music.

This event is presented by The Brackendale Art Gallery Society, with support from The Vancouver Community Foundation.

Session: A casual gathering of musicians who have come together to play traditional music, a practice that has been done in Ireland, Scotland, and England for centuries.

From the West Coast of British Columbia, Canada, Jocelyn Pettit is a vibrant fiddle player, stepdancer, singer, and composer. As a multicultural artist, with Scottish, Irish, French and Malaysian heritage, Jocelyn integrates the Celtic and folk traditions of her roots into her shows and compositions

AHRF is a raw independent alternative rock band from Squamish, BC. They pull inspiration from 2000s alternative rock and a variety of Canadian punk bands. AHRF’s lyrics are poignant, sarcastic, and self deprecating focused on a feeling or problem the narrator is struggling with. Muscular choruses, blistering guitars, and an intense rhythm section are all part the AHRF sound. AHRF writes, records, produces, mixes, and performs all their own music.

Doors: Open all day

Show: 8:30pm

Tickets: Early $15 / General $20

Jerry Weldon is a leading figure in Soul Jazz, embodying the hard-blowing, tenor legends of contemporary American Jazz. A New York native, Weldon joined Harry Connick Jr.'s big band as a charter member and featured soloist in 1990, also appearing daily on Connick’s TV program, HARRY.

Cory Weeds, renowned for his impeccable swing on tenor and alto sax, has recorded over 20 albums, showcasing his dynamic playing on both hard-swinging tunes and gentle ballads. He has performed with top jazz artists like Bill Charlap and Joey DeFrancesco, and his fearless approach to diverse musical situations always delivers standout performances.

Monty Biggins "Little Biggs Band" is binging some great party music - hot jazz, americana, blues and soul music. He has performed well over 3000 gigs in the Fraser Valley, Sea to Sky & Lower Mainland of BC, since 2010. This is a free event!