Noxious Obs Society Band at Fort Langley Station

The Youth Concert Showcase Series features free weekly performances leading up to the Fort Langley Jazz and Arts Festival in the summer.

The series debuted last year and it’s back again in 2025. This year the shows run on the Sundays of July 13th and 20th, as well as on the weekend of July 26th and 27th.

In addition to the Youth Concert Showcase Series events and the Jazz festival itself, in 2025 there is also a Jazz Dance Party at the Fort Langley Community Hall on May 30th.

To learn about the Youth Concert Showcase Series, continue reading.

Click Fort Langley Jazz for the festival’s official website.

Youth Concert Showcase Series by the Fort Langley Jazz and Arts Festival

The Fort Langley Jazz and Arts Festival is an annual music festival full of free and ticketed concerts. In 2025 the festival runs from July 24th until July 27th. However, organizers of the festival also host other events earlier in the year.

The Youth Concert Showcase Series features free live music on the two Sundays before the festival, plus on the Saturday and Sunday during the festival. Performers are mostly young, up-and-coming Jazz bands from Metro Vancouver. The series is a great opportunity for artists to grow, and also a wonderful chance for the public to enjoy live music. The performances are free to attend and also include art exhibits and educational tours. Continue reading below for more information.

Where are the Shows?

The 2025 Youth Concert Showcase Series is held at the Fort Langley Heritage CNR Station, located at 23245 Mavis Avenue.

Short for Canadian Northern Railway, the CNR Station is an interesting place to visit. It was originally built in 1915 and used as a passenger station until around 1980. The station was then moved to its current site and slowly restored by the Langley Heritage Society. It’s now a heritage site with a CNR caboose and model railway, along with real tracks, maintenance equipment and more.

Performances take place outdoors at the venue’s garden. Everyone who attends the live music event is also welcome to join a guided tour of the Fort Langley Heritage CNR Station. Different art exhibits are also featured at the events each week.

Click Fort Langley Jazz for the festival’s official website.

Performance Schedule

The Youth Concert Showcase Series runs on the following dates in 2025. Each event starts at 1:00 pm and lasts for about three hours. As of mid-January, the full lineup of performers is to be confirmed. (Note: Exact details are subject to change.)

Sunday, July 13th – Two bands
Sunday, July 20th – Two bands
Saturday, July 26th – Three bands
Sunday, July 27th – Three bands

For the latest details, visit the Fort Langley Jazz and Arts Festival website.

Tips & Advice

The following suggestions will help you make the most of your time at the Youth Concert Showcase Series performances.

TIP #1: The performances are held outdoors on the grass. Organizers recommend bringing lawn chairs, blankets or something else to sit on. Don’t forget to bring a snack too.

TIP #2: While you’re there, be sure to explore the venue. Each concert includes exhibits made by local artists. Set aside some time to participate in the tour of the Fort Langley Heritage CNR Station. It’s worth checking out and also free!

TIP #3: If you enjoy the shows, be sure to attend the Fort Langley Jazz & Arts Festival which happens on July 24th to 27th in 2025. It’s an awesome event with lots of concerts and other activities both indoors and outdoors.