Does anything say “summer” more than the sound of outdoor music?
The City of Burnaby is working to bring summer to all corners of the city with a new outdoor performance program in July and August. Sounds Like Summer will bring more than 50 musicians to a variety of city venues for eight shows a week, running until Aug. 25.
Performers will run the gamut of genres and styles from pop, country and folk to classical, blues and more.
“We have a lively, talented city, and this is a great way to share and celebrate the wealth of culture we have,” said Mayor Mike Hurley in a press release. “Not only does it support local artists, but it offers people a chance to experience live music in everyday spaces without necessarily having to go to a show.”
Performance spaces include Bonsor Recreation Complex, Edmonds Community Centre, Eileen Dailly Pool, C.G. Brown Pool, Confederation Park and more.
Check out this week’s performances at the following venues:
Wednesday, July 24: Kensington Outdoor Pool, 1 to 4 p.m.
Thursday, July 25: Confederation Community Centre noon to 1 p.m.; Confederation Park, 5:30 to 8 p.m.
Friday, July 26: Edmonds Park, 3 to 5 p.m.
Saturday, July 27: C.G. Brown Memorial Pool, 10 a.m. to noon; Cameron Park, 2 to 4 p.m.
Sunday, July 28: Bonsor Recreation Complex, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Eileen Dailly Pool and Fitness Centre, 3 to 5 p.m.
Check out www.burnaby.ca/soundslikesummer for a full list of future weeks.
