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Zach Bryan Announces 2nd BST Hyde Park 2025 Date
Zach Bryan has officially announced a second performance at BST Hyde Park 2025, following overwhelming demand for his initial show. After teasing fans with the possibility of an additional date on social media, the Oklahoma-born singer-songwriter confirmed he’ll now also take the stage on Sunday, June 29th, alongside his previously scheduled performance on Saturday, June 28th.
Tickets for Bryan‘s first BST Hyde Park date sold out in record time, prompting him to add the second show. Sharing his excitement on Instagram, the “Something in the Orange” star expressed both gratitude and disbelief, writing, “Due to the unbelievable demand and the Hyde Park show selling out immediately in June of next year; we will be adding a second show…Thank you guys so much and the boys and I can’t wait to be back in London.”
Tickets for the newly added show will go on general sale starting Friday, November 1st, with an American Express pre-sale already open for cardholders.
The announcement marks a significant milestone in Bryan‘s career, as he continues to garner a devoted following on both sides of the Atlantic. His only previous UK concert, held at Islington Assembly Hall in 2023, was an intimate affair with fewer than 1,000 attendees. By contrast, BST Hyde Park can accommodate up to 65,000 people, underscoring the meteoric rise of this country-folk sensation.
Despite this massive demand, Bryan reiterated to fans that he has no plans to tour in 2025. Addressing the situation in a social media post, he explained, “We still are not going to tour, we only did this because of the surprising speed it sold out. Thank you guys and we love ya!”
More info on BST Hyde Park’s website.
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FIFA Fan Festival Vancouver – Kaytranada
The FIFA Fan Festival™ at the PNE closed out another memorable week on Sunday with the biggest match in world football and a fitting musical finale. Fans packed the site well before kickoff, creating a sea of jerseys, flags, and face paint as they gathered to watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final between Spain and Argentina. Every big chance was met with gasps and cheers, and when Spain secured the victory, the celebrations spread across the festival grounds as supporters soaked in the final moments of a month-long tournament.
There was little time for the excitement to settle before the day’s entertainment shifted from football to live music. Montreal’s Kaytranada took over the Amphitheatre stage, giving fans one last reason to keep the energy going after the trophy presentation. Known for blending house, hip-hop, R&B, and electronic music into a sound that feels uniquely his own, Kaytranada delivered exactly the kind of set the festival needed to close the weekend.
With Spain crowned world champions and Kaytranada providing the soundtrack to the celebration, the FIFA Fan Festival wrapped up another successful day at the PNE. It was a reminder that throughout the tournament, football and music proved to be the perfect combination, bringing thousands of people together to celebrate on and off the pitch.
Check out our favourite photos of the night below or head to our Facebook page for the full gallery!
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All Photo Credit: Caroline Charruyer
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FIFA Fan Festival Vancouver – The Dead South, Jesse Roper, Colin James
The FIFA Fan Festival™ at the PNE Grounds delivered another full day of football and live music on Saturday, July 18, as fans packed the site to watch the FIFA World Cup third-place match before spending the afternoon discovering Canadian talent across the festival stages.
The day opened with one last piece of World Cup drama before the tournament finale. England defeated France in the third-place match, giving English supporters plenty to celebrate before the music began. Groups wearing England shirts could be spotted throughout the grounds after the final whistle, adding to the lively atmosphere that has become a daily feature of the Fan Festival.
Once the football wrapped up, the focus shifted to the Amphitheatre and Park Stage. Vancouver’s own Jesse Roper was among the first artists we caught, bringing his signature blues-rock sound to an enthusiastic crowd. His guitar work and easy stage presence made for a strong start to the afternoon, with plenty of fans gathering in front of the stage despite a full day of entertainment still ahead.
Over on the Park Stage, Canadian blues-rock legend Colin James reminded everyone why he has remained one of the country’s most respected performers for decades. His set mixed polished musicianship with plenty of groove, drawing listeners of all ages who appreciated every guitar solo and familiar chorus.
The Dead South closed out the day. The Saskatchewan quartet’s blend of bluegrass, folk and country proved to be a perfect fit for the outdoor setting. Fans sang along, clapped in time and danced throughout the performance.
With the World Cup final less than 24 hours away, there was already a sense that the tournament was nearing its conclusion. Even so, July 18 showed that the FIFA Fan Festival remained much more than a place to watch football. It continued to bring together sport, live music and community in a way that has made it one of Vancouver’s standout events of the summer.
Check out our favourite photos of the night below or head to our Facebook page for the full gallery!
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All Photo Credit: Caroline Charruyer