Festivals
Barnside Harvest Festival 2025 – Day One Recap & Photos
The first day of the Barnside Harvest Festival set the tone for a weekend that blends music, community, and the beauty of fall in Ladner, BC. Held right on the fields of Barnside Brewing Co., the Friday lineup on September 12 brought together an impressive mix of BC talent and Canadian favourites, creating an atmosphere that felt equal parts block party, family gathering, and outdoor concert.
The gates opened at 4 p.m., but with it being a workday, most of the crowd rolled in closer to 7. Families came with kids in tow, groups of friends grabbed craft beers brewed just steps away, and the laid-back, welcoming vibe never wavered. Barnside has a way of making you feel like you’ve stumbled onto a backyard party where everyone is invited, complete with food trucks, a kids’ zone, and artisan markets.
The festival opened with an indigenous welcome with Tsawwassen First Nation & Bryce Williams. Musically, the night leaned heavily on BC’s homegrown scene. Royal Oak and Melissa Endean respectively kicked things off on the Dueck Cadillac stage and Delta Heritage stage, each bringing their own brand of local energy. Endean’s rootsy songwriting carried well despite the competition with Said The Whale performing at the same time on the main Stage, while Royal Oak delivered bright, upbeat indie-pop that warmed up the crowd nicely.
On the Dueck Cadillac stage, Fionn, the twin sister duo from White Rock, leaned into their harmonies with an emotional set that included a cover of The Cranberries’ “Zombie.” It was one of the early highlights of the evening, a mix of nostalgia and raw power that drew big cheers. Blonde Diamond followed with a dose of shimmer and swagger, their synth-tinged sound adding some grit and groove as the sun dipped lower.
The Boom Booms and Said The Whale took the main stage in the afternoon and got the festival grounds buzzing right away. The Boom Booms brought their trademark funk and feel-good energy, the kind of music that makes you dance even if you hadn’t planned to. Said The Whale kept the energy rolling with their alt-rock anthems, reminding the crowd why they remain one of Vancouver’s most beloved bands. Both sets felt like love letters to the West Coast, and the mostly local audience embraced it fully.
Bedouin Soundclash added a change of pace with their reggae-inspired rhythms. Their set was breezy yet commanding, and their cover of John Denver’s “Take Me Home, Country Roads” had the whole farm singing along, a perfect fit for the setting. It was one of those small festival moments where time slows down. You’re standing under the open sky, surrounded by neighbors, with everyone locked into the same song.
The night closed with Walk Off the Earth, who made sure no one left without a grin. Known for their playful, inventive performances, the band didn’t disappoint. They pulled out clever covers like Gnarls Barkley’s “Crazy,” Noah Kahan’s “Stick Season,” and AC/DC’s “Thunderstruck,” each reimagined in their signature style. Their kids, who perform as Luminati Suns, even joined them on stage for a few songs, adding to the family-friendly spirit of the festival. In a particularly heartwarming moment, they handed a ukulele to a teenager in the crowd who had made a standout sign, a small act that summed up the generosity and fun of their set.
By the time the last notes faded, Day One had set the bar high. Barnside Harvest Festival isn’t trying to be the biggest festival on the map; it’s carving out something more personal where community is the goal. It’s about celebrating local talent, sipping beer brewed on the very fields you’re standing on, and spending time with family and friends as the seasons change.
Stay tuned for our coverage of Day Three!
Check out our favourite photos of the day below or head to our Facebook page for the full gallery!
WALK OFF THE EARTH
BEDOUIN SOUNDCLASH
SAID THE WHALE
THE BOOM BOOMS
BLONDE DIAMOND
FIONN
ROYAL OAK
MELISSA ENDEAN
FESTIVAL GROUNDS
All Photo Credit: Caroline Charruyer
Festivals
Coachella 2026 Set Times Are Out, With Jack White Added to Weekend One
The schedule for the 2026 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival is here, and weekend one is already looking packed. Music starts at 1 p.m. PST on Friday, April 10, kicking off three days of tight set clashes, late-night headliners, and one surprise addition.
Headliners Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber, and Karol G lead the bill across the weekend. Carpenter opens things on Friday with a 9:05 p.m. set on the Coachella Stage, running just over 90 minutes. She’s followed by Anyma, who takes over at midnight to debut a new production titled “Æden.”
Saturday belongs to Bieber, who closes out the night with an 11:25 p.m. start. Before that, The Strokes hit the same stage at 9 p.m. Sunday wraps with Karol G, with competing sets from BIGBANG and Kaskade pulling fans in different directions.
The big curveball this year is Jack White, who joins the lineup for a Saturday afternoon slot. He’ll open the Mojave Stage at 3 p.m., marking a return to the festival after last headlining as a solo act in 2015. His appearance follows a recent run of surprise bookings at Coachella, a trend that’s become part of the festival’s identity.
Saturday night also brings Nine Inch Noize—a collaboration between Trent Reznor and Boys Noize—to the Sahara Tent for an 8 p.m. set.
Elsewhere, Coachella is leaning into immersive experiences. A new installation tied to Radiohead, called “Radiohead Motion Picture House: Kid A Mnesia,” will debut near the Sahara Tent. The 75-minute film blends visuals and audio pulled from the recording era of their albums Kid A and Amnesiac, created by Thom Yorke and longtime collaborator Stanley Donwood. It’s free with a reservation, with standby access for anyone willing to wait.
Beyond the headliners, the real challenge this year is picking a path through the schedule. Set conflicts are everywhere: David Byrne vs. Interpol, FKA twigs vs. The Rapture, and a crowded overlap featuring The xx, Dijon, Ninajirachi, DEVO, and more. Late Saturday gets especially messy with PinkPantheress going up against The Strokes, and Sunday throws in clashes like Moby vs. Turnstile.
A few lineup tweaks round things out. Foster the People move to Sunday, and new additions include Totally Enormous Extinct Dinosaurs, Afrojack x Smiza, Deep Dish, and more.
Weekend two set times are still under wraps. For now, weekend one already looks like a scheduling headache, in the best way.
More information on the festival’s website.
Festivals
Morrissey and The Smashing Pumpkins to Headline Darker Waves 2026
Morrissey and The Smashing Pumpkins will headline Darker Waves Festival on November 14, 2026 in Huntington Beach, CA. Returning to Huntington Beach City Beach at Huntington Street and Pacific Coast Highway, the ocean-side festival will feature legendary performances from over 35 artists across three stages including Simple Minds, Bad Religion, Adam Ant, The Psychedelic Furs, Soft Cell, The Damned, Manic Street Preachers, Gary Numan, Silversun Pickups, Buzzcocks, EMF, Circle Jerks, Spacehog, Marky Ramone and more. Fans can sign up now for the festival SMS list at DarkerWavesFest.com to receive a passcode to the presale beginning Thursday, April 2 at 10am PT with access to the lowest-priced GA tickets from 10am to 11am PT. GA, GA+, VIP, and Ultimate VIP Tickets will be available, with layaway payment plans starting at $19.99 down. Any remaining tickets will go on sale to the public following the presale.
GA+ tickets include access to the exclusive GA+ Lounge with shaded seating and air-conditioned restrooms, plus a dedicated entry lane at the festival main entrance, and more. VIP tickets include unlimited entry into the VIP Lounge with preferred viewing area by the main stage, charging stations, air-conditioned restrooms, dedicated entry lane at the festival main entrance and more. Ultimate VIP tickets feature all amenities of VIP, plus access to elevated and unobstructed views of both main stages with shaded open lounge seating, dedicated VIP concierge team, a complimentary locker to store personal items, three complimentary drinks including choice of craft cocktails, beer, wine or non-alcoholic beverages, a complimentary meal redeemable for exclusive food options in the VIP Lounge and more.
Official Darker Waves vacation packages from Jampack pair GA, GA+, or VIP tickets with beachfront stays at the Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort & Spa or The Waterfront Beach Resort, a Hilton Hotel, and more. Bundles include a dedicated entrance, re-entry access, and commemorative merch.
For tickets and the full list of amenities available in each ticket package, please visit DarkerWavesFest.com.