Sounds of Summer Tailgate Party

Name: Sounds of Summer Tailgate Party
Start: 2026-08-29
End: 2026-08-29
Location: Nanaimo

The Sounds of Summer Tailgate Party is a live music event held on August 29, 2026, in Nanaimo's Old City Quarter. Serving as the finale to a multi-week concert series, the outdoor celebration features local bands and a DJ in a church parking lot setting.

Date: Aug 29, 2026
Location: Nanaimo

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Event summary

Highlights

Live performances by The Social Standard, James Vickers Band, Myc Sharratt & the Alibis, and Quadra Sound
Special guest appearance by DJ All Good
Outdoor venue located at the St. Andrew’s United Church parking lot

The Sounds of Summer Tailgate Party marks the conclusion of the 2026 concert series organized by the Old City Quarter Association. Held in the parking lot of St. Andrew’s United Church, the event serves as a final wrap-up for the season's weekly musical activities. Guests are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs for the outdoor performances, which begin in the early evening.

The musical lineup features a diverse range of styles including blues, roots, folk-funk, and modern rock. Scheduled performers include The Social Standard, James Vickers Band, Myc Sharratt & the Alibis, and Quadra Sound. Special guest DJ All Good will also participate in the event. The gathering aims to celebrate the success of the summer-long program that highlighted various Vancouver Island artists.

Practical details

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