Free outdoor concerts take place in Shipbuilders’ Square in North Vancouver‘s Lower Lonsdale district on Saturday evenings in July and August most years.
Last year Long Summer Nights took place in the Shipyards on Saturdays between July 19th and August 16th. In 2026 things are a little different. This year, there’s just one Long Summer Nights event on Saturday, August 15th. It includes five artists performing with plenty of food and drinks to be had.
Also at the same venue, there is the Shipyards Night Market on Fridays throughout the summer until mid-September. The market has evening concerts as well. There is also free live music at various venues in the summer in North Vancouver with Live & Local.
Live Music at the Shipyards in North Vancouver
The Shipyards Night Market takes place between mid-May and mid-September. It runs weekly from 3:00 to 10:00 pm at Shipbuilders’ Square. The event features live music, food vendors and a beer garden.
Another big summer event is Long Summer Nights at the Shipyards. In 2026 it happens on Saturday, August 15th. Long Summer Nights features live entertainment, workshops and more to enjoy.
North Vancouver Saturday Concerts
In recent years, Long Summer Nights was a series of concerts that took place weekly for about a month or so in the summer. The 2025 dates were from July 19th until August 16th. The 2026 edition is instead one big night of fun on August 15th.
If you like live music and entertainment, then Shipbuilders’ Square is a great place to be when it’s time for Long Summer Nights. The concerts at the 2026 event happen from 5:00 to 10:00 pm.
In addition to the music there are food trucks, a beer garden, and a Kids Zone that includes circus workshops and breakdancing performances.
2026 Live Music Lineup
Below is the lineup of performers for the 2026 Long Summer Nights event.
- 5:00 pm – Sambacouver
- 6:00 pm – Antonio Larosa
- 7:00 pm – Josephine Walker
- 8:00 pm – Wyper & Parker
- 9:00 pm – Uncle Strut
Note: Exact details are 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.
