Celebrate the Juno Awards with events all over Vancouver this week

CBC

26-03-2025

The biggest night in Canadian music is almost upon us, and that means some of Canada's best artists are landing in Vancouver for performances throughout the week.
Not only will the city be boppin', but all kinds of other events are planned: a special taping of CBC's pop culture show Q, comedy and conversations about the music industry and local music scene.
So, if you're in the city and looking to take advantage of all the hustle and bustle, the Junos will bring, we've got you covered. Here is a list of Juno events happening around Vancouver over the next few days.
CBC's Q with Tom Power LIVE
When: Thursday, March 27, doors open at 8 p.m.
Where: The Hollywood Theatre, 3123 West Broadway
Attend a special live taping of CBC's Q with Tom Power, featuring guest host CBC Vancouver's own Stephen Quinn. The taping will feature Sum 41 frontman Deryck Whibley, Aqyila, Peach Pit and comedian Darcy Michael.
When: Thursday, March 27, at 6 p.m.
Where: Vancouver Art Gallery Rooftop Pavilion, 750 Hornby St.
This storytelling circle will bring together Indigenous artists to share their career journeys to help others gain insight into navigating the music industry, overcoming challenges and carving out a path as an artist.
Juno Block Party
When: Thursday, March 27 to Saturday, March 29 from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Where: šxʷƛənəq Xwtl'e7énḵ Square (formerly the Vancouver Art Gallery North Plaza) at 750 Hornby St.
This year's Juno Block Party will feature a concert-style showcase with local and Juno-nominated artists, plus a night market featuring local vendors, food and that Juno energy in the heart of downtown Vancouver.
Juno Comedy Show
When: Thursday, March 27, doors open at 7 p.m.
Where: Vancouver Playhouse, 600 Hamilton St.
The Juno Comedy Show, hosted by Richmond comedian Ola Dada, will feature performances by Courtney Gilmour, Debra DiGiovanni, Ivan Decker, Jess Salomon and Nathan Macintosh.
Let's Hear It! @ the Carnegie Centre: Lunchtime Concert Series
When: Friday, March 28, at 1 p.m. and Saturday, March 29, at 2 p.m.
Where: Carnegie Community Centre, 401 Main St.
A free lunchtime concert series brings live performances by Canadian talent and Juno nominees to the Downtown Eastside, as well as local opening acts, showcasing talent from within the community.
Juno Songwriters' Circle
When: Friday, March 28, at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Centre in Vancouver for the Performing Arts, 777 Homer St.
The songwriters' circle will feature performances from Juno-nominated artists, such as Alexander Stewart, Dylan Sinclair, Elisapie, Leif Vollebekk, Lowell, Luna Li, Nemahsis and Sarah Harmer.
JunoFest
When: Friday, March 28 and Saturday, March 29, various times
Where: Various venues in Vancouver
JunoFest, presented by CBC Music and featuring over 100 artists at more than 10 venues is returning to the Junos this year. Spanning all genres from across the country, Friday night's lineup includes acts like Desirée Dawson, Devours, Jamie Fine, Northern Cree and Yukon Blonde, and on Saturday night, artists include Anciients, Cadence Weapon, Hey Ocean! and Sofia Camara.
Juno Honouring Ceremony
When: Saturday, March 29, 11 a.m.
Where: Vancouver Playhouse, 600 Hamilton St.
This event, presented by Destination Indigenous, celebrates the diversity of Indigenous music and art. It will feature performances by Juno-nominated artists Adrian Sutherland and Brianna Lizotte.
Junior Junos
When: Saturday, March 29, 11 a.m.
Where: šxʷƛənəq Xwtl'e7énḵ Square (formerly the Vancouver Art Gallery North Plaza) at 750 Hornby St.
The Junior Junos will be hosted by Lisette Xavier from CBC Kids' Bestest Day Ever With My Best Friend and will feature music, storytelling and performances from Kym Gouchie, the Gumboot Kids and Will's Jams.
Juno Stories from the Studio
When: Saturday, March 29, doors at 10:30 a.m.
Where: Annex, 823 Seymour St.
Stories from the Studio promises a deeper understanding of the creative music process from highly successful music producers including Boi-1da, Aaron Paris and Akeel Henry.
604 Decades Open House
When: Saturday, March 29, doors open at noon
Where: 604 Records Sound Stage, 795 East Cordova Street
Vancouver's 604 Records will take a look back at the city's vast music history with performances by Movieland, Stephen Hamm Theremin Man and 64 Funny Cars. Admission is free.
JunoFest Classical Showcase
When: Saturday, March 29, doors open at 12:30 p.m.
Where: CBC Vancouver's Studio 700, 700 Hamilton St.
CBC Vancouver's own Gloria Macarenko will be hosting this delightful afternoon event, featuring Canadian composition and vocal talent. Entry is by donation, and seating is limited.
Juno Awards Gala
When: Saturday, March 29, doors open at 6 p.m.
Where: Vancouver Convention Centre, West Building, 1055 Canada Place.
CBC Music Mornings host Damhnait Doyle and Allegiance star Supinder Wraich will host the awards gala where dozens of Juno Awards will be handed out , and artists including Avenoir, Celeigh Cardinal, Nobro, Sebastian Gaskin and Allan Slaight Juno Master Class participant Haley Blais will perform.
Junos Orange Carpet Fan Zone
When: Sunday, March 30, at 1 p.m.
Where: BC Place, 777 Pacific Blvd.
A chance to see Canadian artists up close as they arrive for the awards ceremony. Snap some photos and wave to your favourite artists at this red carpet-style experience.
The 2025 Juno Awards
When: Sunday, March 30, 5 p.m./8 p.m. ET/9 p.m. AT
Where: Rogers Arena in Vancouver
This is it. The big night. Burnaby's Michael Bublé will return to the Junos' hosting chair and will even join in for a special performance with Elisapie, Jonita Gandhi, Maestro Fresh Wes and Roxane Bruneau. Canadian rock legends Sum 41 will be inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame, and Anne Murray — the most awarded Junos artist in Canadian history — will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award.
Catch live performances from Snotty Nose Rez Kids, Josh Ross, Nemahsis, Aqyila, Tia Wood, bbno$, Peach Pit, Chani Nattan, Inderpal Moga and Jazzy B.
The Juno Awards will be broadcast and streamed live across Canada from 5 p.m./8 p.m. ET/9 p.m. AT on CBC-TV, CBC Gem, CBC Radio One, CBC Music, CBC Listen, and globally at CBCMusic.ca/junos and CBC Music's YouTube page.
In addition to described video and closed captioning, CBC Gem will also offer ASL interpretation made available courtesy of the Disability Screen Office, CBC and Insight Productions with the support from the Canada Media Fund. Audience members at the show venue will have access to real-time captioning.
Juno Awards After Party
When: Sunday, March 30, 9 p.m. PT
Where: Commodore Ballroom, 868 Granville St.
Celebrate everything Junos after the official awards show at a 19+ event on Vancouver's iconic Granville strip. Proceeds from the night go toward MusiCounts, the charity run by the Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences and the Junos.