Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre
The Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre is the premier entertainment venue in the charming city of Vernon, British Columbia. Situated conveniently between Vancouver, British Columbia and Calgary Alberta, Vernon is the largest city in the North end of the picturesque Okanagan Valley.
Built in 2001, this facility boasts well-appointed backstage areas, a superb support staff and one of the most comfortable auditoriums in the province. Enjoy superior sound coverage and quality with less reliance on rental gear with the Centre's exceptional Meyer Mina digital sound system installed in 2013.
Performers, presenters and audiences alike regularly comment that this is one of the best facilities they have ever experienced. We encourage you to come and see for yourself!
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Upcoming Events
As You Like It, or The Land Acknowledgement
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Thu, Oct 3, 2024 At 7:30pmCultural provocateur Cliff Cardinal brings a devastating yet laugh-out-loud examination of land acknowledgements as a cultural and political practice.
The Gambler Meets the King
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Fri, Oct 4, 2024 At 7:30pmMarty Edwards and Bruno Nesci bring Kenny Rogers and Elvis Presley together in this first time performing with the outstanding Cadillac Kings & Queens and the Uptown Hornz.
The Invisible Agents of Ungentlemanly Warfare
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Fri, Oct 11, 2024 At 7:30pmIn 1940 France, The Invisible, seven exceptional female operatives, risk their lives to fight a dangerous war of sabotage, propaganda and espionage in World War II.
Matthew Good And His Band: Zero Hour Tour 2024
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Sat, Oct 12, 2024 At 7:30pmMatthew Good is a multi-platinum selling Canadian recording artist, best known for his signature vocal style, guitar-driven melodies, and cinematic lyrics.
Trio Tangere
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Wed, Oct 16, 2024 At 7:00pmTrio Tangere is an exciting ensemble with the striking edge of a seven string and a classical guitar combined with the melodic sounds of the violin.
Brent Butt: Live in Vernon
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Thu, Oct 17, 2024 At 7:30pmBrent Butt brings his standup show to Vernon once again! (Mature Content Warning)
Zaniac Comedy Show
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Sat, Oct 19, 2024 At 2:00pmHe’s baaaaack....! With the energy of ten thousand suns, The Zaniac shines like a comedy beacon as he bounces from one end of the stage to the other like an untamed rubber band. Jaws will drop and eyes will pop as Alex juggles bowling balls, and giant knives and slices vegetables in half with a flying playing card.
HOLST & MOZART
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Sun, Oct 20, 2024 At 2:00pmThe stars align for our season launch! Holst’s The Planets and Mozart’s Piano Concerto No.21 with the uncommonly expressive David Fung.
The 40th Annual Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Thu, Oct 24, 2024 At 7:00pmThe Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce's Business Excellence Awards celebrate the outstanding achievements of businesses, organizations, and individuals in our community. With 19 diverse categories, these awards recognize excellence in areas such as innovation, leadership, and community contribution. Join us for a prestigious, Oscar-style ceremony at the Vernon & District Performing Arts Centre on October 24, where we honor those who make Vernon thrive.
Hungry For Laughs
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Sat, Oct 26, 2024 At 7:30pmPrepare to be enthralled by uproarious laughter that will leave you with stitches in your sides from amusement and your mind thoroughly blown. Yet, this event transcends mere entertainment. With every ticket purchased, you're contributing to a local charity, allowing you to revel in a night of merriment while making a positive impact on your community.
Social Tango
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Mon, Oct 28, 2024 At 7:30pmFounded and based in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Social Tango’s explores the social value of dance, celebrating the tango community through dance, music and film. Tango lovers experience an evening in the heart of Buenos Aires evening set to the rhythm of this popular dance in the intimacy of a milonga recreated here by multidisciplinary choreographer Agustina Videla. Dance, music, projections and documentary film combine to create an authentic, immersive experience!
Music of the Night: The Concert Tour
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Wed, Oct 30, 2024 At 7:30pmThis concert celebration of Andrew Lloyd Webber returns to Vernon (last there in 2019) after having now toured across Canada to sold out audiences from Victoria to Montreal! Now with a live band and many new incredible and celebrated singers, we welcome you to experience this concert of Webber’s most iconic theatrical music - including selections from Phantom of the Opera, Evita, Cats, Jesus Christ
Snotty Nose Rez Kids
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Sat, Nov 2, 2024 At 7:30pmHaisla Nation’s SNRK, Yung Trybez and Young D tore into hiphop with the album Trapline, featuring the hit Boujee Natives, earning a Juno nomination and a 100-show tour across three continents.
Playlist
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Wed, Nov 6, 2024 At 7:30pmWriter and performer Ivan Coyote from Whitehorse, Yukon has crafted a "Playlist" that will have you hitting rewind on your own list of songs that helped shape you.
Barka
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Sun, Nov 10, 2024 At 7:00pmAfro-Colombian percussion, Balkan melodies, dance and circus merrily intertwine in a show filled with a delirious energy and richness of sound, vision and senses.
REVEEN
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Thu, Nov 14, 2024 At 7:30pmNow, “The Next Generation” hypnotist of the Reveen dynasty follows in his father's footsteps with a new “Superconscious Journey” into the marvels of the human mind with “Reveen” The Legend Continues!
BEETHOVEN & SAINT-SAËNS
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Sun, Nov 17, 2024 At 2:00pmRachel Mercer creates magic in Saint-Saëns’ Cello Concerto No.1, and we plumb emotional depths with Beethoven’s Symphony No.2.
Back to Black: The Passion of Amy Winehouse
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Fri, Nov 22, 2024 At 7:30pm"A show worthy of any stage in Las Vegas" - American Federation of Musicians 553
Jann Arden Christmas Tour
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Sat, Nov 23, 2024 At 7:30pmMulti- platinum and Juno award winning artist Jann Arden will return to the Okanagan this fall with her special holiday tour, “A Jann Arden Christmas”.
Danny Michel & Steve Poltz
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Sun, Nov 24, 2024 At 7:30pmDanny Michel and Steve Poltz are together again, weaving songs and stories into a one-of-a-kind experience. A night of playful energy, musical mischief, and spontaneous collaborations. Don’t miss the magic unfold in real-time this November.
GRINCH
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Fri, Nov 29, 2024 At 7:00pmSat, Nov 30, 2024 At 2:30pm
Sat, Nov 30, 2024 At 7:00pm
Our show GRINCH is an original production that uses a dynamic fusion of circus arts, drama, dance, music, gymnastics and cirque-like storytelling to take you on an unforgettable and meaningful journey.
Gregorian: Pure Chants
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Mon, Dec 2, 2024 At 7:30pmGREGORIAN: PURE CHANTS IN CONCERT features a stunning blend of traditional chants and contemporary music performances compiled from exquisitely produced Gregorian concerts from all over the world. This high-quality production features spectacular lighting and sound, and music – that history proves – does not go out of style.
A Rocky Mountain High Christmas
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Sun, Dec 8, 2024 At 2:00pmCelebrating the Hits and Christmas Songs of John Denver as arranged by Lee Holdridge.
MESSIAH
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Sun, Dec 22, 2024 At 2:00pmHandel’s timeless oratorio, Messiah, returns to our stages, along with the voices of the OSO Chorus and four stellar soloists.
Dominic Miller "The Shape Of My Heart"
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Tue, Jan 14, 2025 At 7:30pmDominic Miller, widely known as Sting’s trusty side-kick guitarist and the co-author of many Sting’s super hits, is due to make his first appearance in Vernon.
Alex Cuba
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Sat, Jan 25, 2025 At 7:30pmSat, Jan 25, 2025 At 7:30pm
Alex Cuba, a Grammy and Juno-winning Cuban-Canadian singer, songwriter, producer, and musician, seamlessly blends tradition and global influences in his craft.
Ballet Jorgen: Sleeping Beauty
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Thu, Feb 6, 2025 At 7:30pmSleeping Beauty by Ballet Jörgen spins a tale of nature and love that will inspire young and old alike. Danced to the original score by Pyotr Ilich Tchaikovsky, this new ballet tells the enchanting story of Aurora and her prince complete with its inherently magical qualities and dazzling choreography. An ensemble with stunning costumes and captivating lighting design, this classic fairy tale is guaranteed to provide an evening of entertaining and inspiring live dance performance.
Snowed in Comedy Tour
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Fri, Feb 7, 2025 At 7:30pmFour international comedians come together to create one amazing show with each bringing a unique and hilarious take providing something for everyone. Just for Laughs winner Dan Quinn is joined by the Great Canadian Laugh Off winner, Paul Myrehaug and 6 time Canadian Comedian of the year nominee, Pete Zedlacher and with over 70 appearances on the Debaters, Erica Sigurdson.
Ages 16+
RACHMANINOFF & GLAZUNOV
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Sun, Feb 9, 2025 At 2:00pmSaxophonist Allen Harrington shines in Glazunov’s Saxophone Concerto as Russian romanticism meets Parisian elegance in works by Rachmaninoff and Debussy.
Dimanche
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Wed, Feb 12, 2025 At 7:30pmDimanche is a dreamlike portrait of humanity trying to maintain normalcy amidst the uncontrollable forces of nature. This witty and tender performance is told through theatrical magic with physical theatre, puppetry, video.
The Debaters Live
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Fri, Feb 14, 2025 At 8:00pmJoin host Steve Patterson and two of the country’s top comedian debaters, Yumi Nagashima and Charlie Demers, for a night of stand-up comedy and hilarious debate. Watch them go toe-to-toe in a battle of facts and funny with the audience picking the winner! These shows aren’t recorded for broadcast, so don’t miss out on a once-in-a-lifetime event. Having a great time is not up for debate!
Sankofa Danzafro: The City of Others
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Tue, Feb 18, 2025 At 7:30pmThe powerful Afro-Colombian dancers and musicians of Sankofa Danzafro from Medellín, Colombia, perform “The City of Others,” a show that demands the city be a place of coexistence, a place for everybody, not only the few. “Sankofa” means “to return to the roots”: an African philosophy that proposed to know the past as a condition for understanding the present.
Remi Bolduc Jazz Ensemble
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Sun, Feb 23, 2025 At 2:00pmThe Rémi Bolduc Jazz Ensemble has captivated audiences with its dazzling virtuosity and with Remi’s connections in the jazz world, we know that Oscar Peterson will be well represented on our stage.
The Three Musketeers
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Sat, Mar 1, 2025 At 2:00pmJoin D’Artagnan, a spirited youth from the French countryside, as he pursues his dream of becoming a Musketeer. In this lively adaptation of Alexandre Dumas’ classic tale, his journey is fraught with challenges.
Yes Yes Yes
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Fri, Mar 7, 2025 At 7:00pmA conversation starter for teenagers, parents, teachers and anyone seeking to create positive change. Part confession, part documentary, and part open conversation.
I Am Woman Hear Me Laff
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Sat, Mar 8, 2025 At 7:30pmThe 20th Annual I Am Woman, Hear Me Laff! Comedy Show, a beloved annual tradition, brings a selection of the brightest professional stand-up comedians.
The Bergmann’s
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Sun, Mar 30, 2025 At 2:00pmMarcel comes from Germany and Elizabeth is from Canada. They could have been competitors, but, instead, chose to complement each other’s talent.
Legendary Rock Live!
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Fri, Apr 4, 2025 At 7:30pmBack by popular demand, The Gary Cable Project returns with Legendary Rock Live!, a celebration of the greatest music ever made -- Chicago, Lighthouse, Supertramp, Steely Dan, Toto, Billy Joel, Elton John, Earth Wind & Fire -- and more! With Special Musical Guests
MENDELSSOHN & CHOPIN
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Sun, Apr 6, 2025 At 2:00pmPianist Janina Fialkowska brings her refreshing natural approach to Chopin’s Piano Concerto No.1, as we give a nod to Bridgerton with music by Bologne and Mendelssohn.
Jesse Cook
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Mon, Apr 14, 2025 At 7:30pmBy the numbers, Jesse Cook has ten platinum and gold studio albums with combined sales exceeding two million copies, 700 million streams online, five concert DVDs and live discs, five PBS specials, a library of over 300 YouTube videos, a JUNO Award win and 11 nominations, three Canadian Smooth Jazz Awards, a Gemini Award, and an Acoustic Guitar Magazine Player’s Choice Silver Award to his credit.
The Alphabet of Awesome Science
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Wed, Apr 16, 2025 At 5:30pmJoin professors Lexi Con, The Word Nerd and Noel Edge, The Science Freak for a thrilling voyage through the alphabet — where sesquipedalian words inspire mind-blowing scientific surprises!
Green River Revival
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Sun, Apr 27, 2025 At 7:30pmCanada's Premiere CCR Tribute GREEN RIVER REVIVAL returns to Vernon after their sold out show there in 2023
Sarah Hagen
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Sun, May 4, 2025 At 2:00pmCanadian pianist Sarah Hagen’s extensive touring has taken her across Canada, to Sweden, Denmark, France, Germany, and Italy, and twice to New York City’s Carnegie Hall.
ABBA Revisited
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Wed, May 7, 2025 At 7:30pmVaughnCo Entertainment is proud to present ABBA REVISITED, North America’s #1 tribute to ABBA. Its members have been dazzling audiences across the globe since the year 2001. ABBA REVISITED recreates the magic of ABBA with authentic costumes, spectacular harmonies and note-perfect musicianship taking their audience on a musical journey back in time.
Tonye Aganaba
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Fri, May 9, 2025 At 7:30pmVancouver-based Tonye Aganaba is an interdisciplinary artist and musician. Their style is dynamic and fluid, weaving playful threads of Soul, Neo-Folk, Funk, Hip-Hop and R&B.
Hotel California: The Original Eagles Tribute
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Mon, May 12, 2025 At 7:30pmWhen The Eagles stopped to catch their breath a few decades ago, having sold over 100 million records, collected six Grammy’s, and enjoyed six #1 albums, Hotel California began a pioneering journey through their history-making music that has taken them around the globe and thrilled hundreds of thousands of Eagles fans.
A Simple Space
Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Tue, May 27, 2025 At 7:30pmBacked by the driving rhythm of a live percussionist, seven acrobats push their physical limits again and again without reserve.