Looking for a fun way to celebrate the nation's birthday? Look no further than Swangard Stadium on July 1, when the City of Burnaby hosts a free concert for Canada Day.
The shows features Spirit of the West, Dear Rouge and Dustin Bentall and the Smøkes.
"I think it's going to appeal to all ages," said the Shadbolt Centre's Corey Philly. "You kind of get a little bit of everything - all Canadian talent, all great, and right across the age brackets for everybody. Plus we will also have roving performers for the kids at the beginning."
Doors open at 5 p.m., and the show starts at 6:30 p.m. and runs until 10 p.m.
After the music, when dusk sets in, there will be a fireworks display.
Admission is free, but only the first 4,200 people will be allowed in. There will be food vendors and a beer garden on site, and the city is hosting a barbecue.
"We're hoping it's going to be an annual thing. This is the first time the city has decided to do this, and it's going to be a great celebration," Philly said.
People should bring something warm in case it gets cooler in the evening, Philly suggested. There's no outside food or alcohol allowed in the stadium, and those hoping to patronize the beer garden need two pieces of ID. Seating is by general admission, so those who get there early will get the best seats.
Swangard Stadium is at 3883 Imperial St. For more information, call the Shadbolt at 604-291-6864 or visit burnaby.ca.