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School of Rock Live at the Shipyards: One-Hit Wonders & Canadian Classics!

AUG 31 + SEP 1, 2025

Join us for an unforgettable weekend of live music as students from School of Rock Vancouver’s Little Wing, Rookies, Rock 101, Performance, and Adult Programs hit the Shipbuilder’s Stage at The Shipyards in North Vancouver!

This high-energy, family-friendly event blends two exciting themes into one spectacular show:

KIDS + TEENS: ONE-HIT WONDERS THROWBACK PARTY

What’s better than a band with one massive, unforgettable hit? How about a whole show full of them! Our student performers will take you on a nostalgic journey through chart-topping one-hit wonders that have stood the test of time. Get ready to sing along to ’80s earworms like “Come On Eileen” by Dexys Midnight Runners, “Take On Me” by a-ha, and “I Ran (So Far Away)” by A Flock of Seagulls. You’ll also hear throwback jams like “Mr. Big Stuff” by Jean Knight, “Tubthumping” by Chumbawamba, and “Closing Time” by Semisonic. These songs may have topped the charts once, but they’ve lived on—and our students are ready to bring them roaring back to life!

ADULTS: CAN-CON – CELEBRATING CANADIAN CLASSICS

Our adult students will be turning up the volume on homegrown hits with a loud and proud tribute to Canadian music legends. From rock icons like Rush, Bryan Adams, and The Tragically Hip, to singer-songwriters like Joni Mitchell, Gordon Lightfoot, and Neil Young, to modern stars like Arcade Fire, Avril Lavigne, Feist, The Weeknd, and Billy Talent, this show is packed with national pride. It’s a celebration of the artists who helped define Canada’s musical identity—and we’re inviting you to sing along and show your pride.

Whether you’re reliving a one-time chart-topper or belting out a Canadian anthem, this mixed-theme showcase has something for everyone.

DATES

Sunday, August 31 & Monday, September 1, 2025

SHOW TIMES

Performances all day from 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM | Exact show times will be posted closer to the event day.
Stop by anytime—music will be rocking the stage all day long!

LOCATION

Shipbuilder’s Square Stage
The Shipyards, North Vancouver
Google Maps: Shipbuilder's Square Location
Just steps from the Lonsdale Quay Seabus terminal—follow the sound of the music and you’ll find us!

TICKETS

Free admission—no tickets required. Bring your family, your friends, your neighbours—even your dog! Everyone is welcome to come enjoy this amazing weekend of student-powered live music.

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