Free outdoor concerts take place in Shipbuilders’ Square in North Vancouver‘s Lower Lonsdale district on Saturday evenings in July and August most years.
In 2024 Long Summer Nights took place in the Shipyards on Saturdays between July 20th and August 17th. Also in 2024, there was the Shipyards Night Market on Fridays throughout the summer until mid-September. It too had evening concerts. Both the Long Summer Nights and Shipyards Night Market are happening again in 2025, although exact details are to be confirmed.
Shipyards Night Market
After not happening for a few years, the Shipyards Night Market returns on Friday nights between May 16th and September 12th in 2025. The weekly event runs from 3:00 pm to 10:00 pm at Shipbuilders’ Square. The event features live music, food vendors and a beer garden.
Another series of summer events in 2024 was Long Summer Nights at the Shipyards. The events ran on Saturdays between July 20th and August 17th. At that event, there was themed entertainment, workshops and more to enjoy. 2025 details are to be confirmed.
North Vancouver Saturday Concerts
In 2019 the Summer Sessions series of concerts took place every Saturday from July 6th to August 10th. The series hasn’t returned since then. However, in 2024, Long Summer Nights at the Shipyards took place on Saturdays from July 20th until August 17th, and is likely to happen again in 2025, although exact details are to be confirmed.
If you like live music and entertainment, then Shipbuilders’ Square was a great place to be on Saturday evenings. Most of the Long Summer Nights events ran from around 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm.
2024 Live Music Lineup
Below was the lineup of performers for the Long Summer Nights events in 2024. The lineup for 2025 will likely be similar, but with details to be confirmed.
- 20th of July – DJ RupLoops, Fionn, Passion Mango, Black Pontiac, Hotel Mira, Bahamas.
- 27th of July – Angela Kelman, Scott Jacobs, Ivan Hartle, Las Empanadas Illegales.
- 3rd of August – Tracey Bell – Celebrity Impersonator, DJ Emnesia, Matthew Presidente Band, Mazacote.
- 10th of August – Diyet & The Love Soldiers, Danielle Ryan Band, Wayside, Serengeti, Andrew Allen.
- 17th of August – Zavien Garrett, Gigabot Kids, Diamonds in the Rough, Side One, Kytami and Phonik Ops, DJ A-Slam + Karan on Drums.
Note: Exact details were subject to change.
Where is Shipbuilders’ Square?
Shipbuilders’ Square is located at 138 Victory Ship Way. It’s at the bottom of Lonsdale Avenue in North Vancouver just a five-minute walk east of the SeaBus terminal at Lonsdale Quay.
Look for the giant building with “The Shipyards” written in large white letters on the roof and the popular Tap & Barrel restaurant inside. Shipbuilders’ Square is on the other side of the building.
If coming from downtown Vancouver or anywhere by SkyTrain, the easiest way to get to Lonsdale Quay and Shipbuilders’ Square by public transit is via the SeaBus from Vancouver’s Waterfront Station.
If coming by car, Shipbuilders’ Square is in North Vancouver at the very bottom of Lonsdale Avenue. It’s on the waterfront side of the large white Pinnacle Hotel.
Other Information
To learn more about Long Summer Nights, see the City of North Vancouver’s website.
If you’re ever on the North Shore in the summer on a Friday evening and you like outdoor concerts, then also check out the Shipyard Night Market. It takes place at the same venue on Fridays and features dozens of fresh produce vendors, artisans, food trucks and a beer garden. It’s highly recommended.
For other ideas on things to do in the area, see Vancouver’s North Shore.
For a list of major events taking place in the Lower Mainland at different times of the year, see Vancouver’s Festivals & Events Calendar.
To learn about other free live music venues throughout Metro Vancouver, click Free Summer Concerts.
