Upcoming Events and Shows in May 2026
Chris Ronald
Vernon Jazz Club Sat, May 2, 2026 At 7:30pmSince emigrating to Canada in 2002, Chris Ronald has developed a fusion of folk, roots, and Americana music steeped in his British background and poetic lyrics.
Royal Wood & Fortunate Ones
Creekside Theatre Thu, May 7, 2026 At 7:00pmRoyal Wood & Fortunate Ones coming to Creekside Theatre.
Sweet Reggae
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Fri, May 8, 2026 At 7:30pmGet ready to experience just how SWEET REGGAE can be.
Ryan Donn / Kailee Duggan
Creekside Theatre Fri, May 8, 2026 At 7:00pmRyan Donn & Kailee Duggan at the Creekside Theatre
The HIP Experience
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Sat, May 9, 2026 At 7:30pmThe HIP Experience ~ Canada's Premier Celebration of the Tragically Hip . 2026 Canadian Tour stops in Vernon for a night of True Canadian Anthems
Okanagan Symphony Orchestra (OSO) Beethoven 5
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Sun, May 10, 2026 At 2:00pmExperience the symphony that changed music forever. Shocking at the time of its premiere with its emotional intensity, today Beethoven’s 5th is one of the world’s most recognizable works of art. After more than a decade, the Okanagan Symphony returns to this iconic masterpiece to close the season with this monument of musical expression. This concert also features the OSO Chorus in Ola Gjeilo’s Sunrise Mass, a profound and expressive journey, full of soaring melodies and walls of sonic power.
Ray Lemelin & The Matinee Kings
Vernon Jazz Club Sat, May 16, 2026 At 7:30pmRay was inspired early on by musicians such as Willie Dixon and Clarence Gatemouth Brown to pick up a Stratocaster and play the blues. Over the decades, Ray has performed with Jimmy Payne, Tim Williams, Ron Casat, Amos Garrett, Rusty Reed, Back-alley John, Johnny V, Harp Dog Brown and now plays with The Matinee Kings.
Bobby Bazini
Creekside Theatre Sun, May 17, 2026 At 7:00pmBobby Bazini presented by Creative Okanagan
The Merry Marching Band
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Tue, May 19, 2026 At 6:30pmThey’re Back! Winner of the Opus Award for “Production of the Year-Younger Audiences”
The Michael Jackson HIStory Show
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Wed, May 20, 2026 At 7:30pmDon’t miss your chance to see Showtime’s The Michael Jackson HIStory Show - returning to Canada in 2026 to commemorate 30 years since Michael Jackson’s final, ground-breaking world tour: HISTORY.
Colin James Blues Trio
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Fri, May 22, 2026 At 8:00pmSix Time Juno Award Winner Colin James coming to a theatre near you Spring 2026!
Sparkle, Shake, and Shine: Gala Dinner & Live Music
Creekside Theatre Sat, May 23, 2026 At 7:00pmEnjoy an elegant night of dining and entertainment featuring Rann Berry & The Random Act
Fleetwood Magic
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Sat, May 23, 2026 At 7:30pmFleetwood Magic, Canada's Authentic Tribute to Fleetwood Mac, transports audiences on a musical journey performing their greatest hits with exacting vocals and vintage costumes. Fleetwood Magic does indeed deliver the magic!
Lunatics on The Grass
Creekside Theatre Sat, May 30, 2026 At 7:00pmCome join is for an unforgettable night paying homage to the legendary Progressive Rock band Pink Floyd.