Gig guide

Live music in Canada on Saturday, December 5.

Shows across Canada, added by bands, venues and fans, and checked by us.

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By city: Toronto (21) · Norfolk County (16) · North Bay (8) · Quebec City (7) · Vancouver (7) · Montreal (6) · Ottawa (6) · Halifax (4) · Laval (4) · Burlington (3) · St. John's (3) · Hamilton (3)

Saturday, December 5

Port Dover Legion Branch 158

Norfolk County, ON · 16 shows

Blues & Roots Matinee w/The Coachmen and Weekly Special Guest 1:00 p.m. · Tickets · Coach and Lantern (Ancaster) · The Coachmen: Chris Wheeler, Colin Lapsley, and Matt Burns. Check site for weekly guest.
James Anthony Band w/Special Guest Weekly 1:30 p.m. · Tickets · Uptown Social
Mike Branton & Friends 2:30 p.m. · Tickets · Moonshine Cafe
The Credit River Rock ‘n’ Roll Revival: Open Jam with Dingo 3:00 p.m. · Port Credit Legion
Johnny Wright w/Robbie Rox & Rob Gusevs 3:00 p.m. · Outrigger
Hot 5 Jazzmakers 3:00 p.m. · Tickets · C’est What · ragtime, blues, spirituals & classic jazz with the flavour of the 1920’s/30’s
The Happy Pals 3:30 p.m. · Tickets · Grossman’s Tavern
John Fraser Findlay & Friends 4:00 p.m. · Tickets · Black Swan Tavern
Camilo Restrepo 6:00 p.m. · Capers (Belleville)
KBS/B4W Christmas Turkey Dinner & Show featuring Raoul and the Big Time. 6:00 p.m. · Tickets · Portuguese Cultural Centre of Kingston · Dinner 6-7 pm show 8-11 pm Tickets: Etransfer [email protected] or https://tinyurl.com/3txw7hr4
A Journey to the Heart of New Orleans 6:00 p.m. · Westdale Theatre (Hamilton)
Amanda Marshall 7:30 p.m. · Tickets · Massey Hall
Johnny Max’s A Bluesy Christmas 7:30 p.m. · Tickets · Marsh Street Centre (Clarksburg) · start off the Christmas season with Chuck Jackson, Cheryl Lescom & Johnny Max!
Colin James 8:00 p.m. · Casino Rama
KBS/B4W Christmas Turkey Dinner & Show featuring Raoul and the Big Time. 8:00 p.m. · Tickets · Portuguese Cultural Centre of Kingston · Dinner 6-7 pm show 8-11 pm Tickets: Etransfer [email protected] or https://tinyurl.com/3txw7hr4
Danny B 9:30 p.m. · Reservoir Lounge

The Fraser Tavern

North Bay, ON · 8 shows

The Sounds of Christmas 2026 2:00 p.m. · Tickets · Waterloo Mennonite Brethren Church · Nicole Guse, Shane Guse, Stacey Lee Guse will be performing at Waterloo Mennonite Brethren Church on Sa
Wanton Lee 2:30 p.m. · Tickets · The Red Sandcastle Theatre · Tien Providence, Drae Walsh will be performing at The Red Sandcastle Theatre on Saturday, December 5, 2026 at 2
Step into Christmas 3:00 p.m. · Tickets · Maranatha Christian Reformed Church · The Woodstock Choralaires will be performing at Maranatha Christian Reformed Church on Saturday, Decem
JINGLE BELL BRAWL XV 4:00 p.m. · Tickets · Merritton Community Centre · Tyler Tirva, Matt Burns, Panama, Zondra Lee, Toster, Ring Truck Crew , Body Count , Violet Overkill, Sydney Wes
A Massacre on Sydney Street 6:30 p.m. · Tickets · The Union · Mortuary Slab will be performing at The Union on Saturday, December 5, 2026 at 6:30 pm
A Recipe for Christmas (Przepis na Święta) 7:00 p.m. · Tickets · CinéStarz Deluxe Woodbine · EKRAN Toronto Polish Film Festival will be performing at CinéStarz Deluxe Woodbine on Saturday, December 5, 2026
Dylan Wickens Presents : Just One Night. A Celebration of the Music of Eric Clapton. Old Town Hall Theatre. Aylmer. 7:30 p.m. · Tickets · Old Town Hall Theatre · The Clapton Tribute Band will be performing at Old Town Hall Theatre on Saturday, December 5, 2026 at 7:30 pm
John Muirhead:The Never Ending Road Tour 8:00 p.m. · Tickets · The Sanctuary | Centre for the Arts · John Muirhead will be performing at The Sanctuary | Centre for the Arts on Saturday, December 5, 2026

Le Balthazar Resto-Pub

Laval, QC · 4 shows

James Duo 9:00 p.m.
Laverdière solo 9:00 p.m.
JayTonic DJ Jay Lemaine 10:00 p.m.
DJ Pablo Velarde 10:00 p.m.

Grand Théâtre de Québec

Quebec City, QC · 3 shows

Décembre signé Québec Issime 2:00 p.m. · $39–118 · Tickets · Célébrez la 4e décennie de magie, de musique et de souvenirs du spectacle Décembre lors de son grand retour à Québec!La grande fresque music
Décembre signé Québec Issime 7:30 p.m. · $39–118 · Tickets · Célébrez la 4e décennie de magie, de musique et de souvenirs du spectacle Décembre lors de son grand retour à Québec!La grande fresque music
F-I FI, N-I NI! 8:00 p.m. · $30–55 · Tickets · « Le temps passe et il y met le temps » disait une chanson. Et le temps a passé! Après plus de trente années à charbonner joyeusement, ici c

Durty Nelly's Irish Pub

Halifax, NS · 3 shows

Saturday Matinee 4:00 p.m. · Durty Nelly’s rock’s every Saturday for our afternoon matinee. With a lineup of local artists every weekend, who keep the dance floor lively
Dodge Levatte 7:00 p.m. · With a double-neck guitars and a classic rock sound that spans generations, Dodge Levatte delivers high-energy sets that get the pub buzzing
Featured Band 10:30 p.m. · Every Friday and Saturday night, we host a rotating lineup of local artists who bring energy to every corner of the pub. You’ll hear live mu

O'Reilly's Irish Newfoundland Pub

St. John's, NL · 3 shows

Noel Worthman 5:00 p.m.
Tarahan 8:15 p.m.
Down Forward 11:30 p.m.

Phoenix du Parvis

Quebec City, QC · 3 shows

Paul Limpalaer 9:00 p.m.
Sylvain Martel 9:00 p.m.
Sin, dj 10:00 p.m.

Théâtre Capitole

Quebec, QC · 2 shows

Michael Jackson - Legacy - SUPPLÉMENTAIRE 2:00 p.m. · Tickets · Pop, Electro Pop
Michael Jackson - Legacy - SUPPLÉMENTAIRE 8:30 p.m. · Tickets · Pop, Electro Pop

Burlington Performing Arts Centre

Burlington, ON · 2 shows

Myriad Ensemble – All Aboard 2:30 p.m. · Tickets · Main Theatre · [vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1776904351034{margin-top: 20px !important;}”][vc_column] [vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_177938329054
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The Westdale

Hamilton, ON · 2 shows

The Jazz Room: A Journey to the Heart of New Orleans 6:00 p.m. · Tickets · Presented by: Fever Come on down to The Jazz Room in Hamilton, ON! With a mix of carefully chosen classics and spontaneous improvisation, th
The Jazz Room: A Journey to the Heart of New Orleans 8:30 p.m. · Tickets · Presented by: Fever Come on down to The Jazz Room in Hamilton, ON! With a mix of carefully chosen classics and spontaneous improvisation, th

Fortune Sound Club

Vancouver, BC · 2 shows

WHY? 7:00 p.m.
Propagate Pres. AFTERLIFE AFTERPARTY: FROST CHILDREN (DJ) 12:00 a.m.

Algonquin Commons Theatre

Ottawa, ON · 2 shows

SOS – The ABBA Experience Christmas 2026 7:30 p.m. · $10 · *Algonquin College Students receive $10.00 off their ticket* (Valid Algonquin College student ID is required to access and use this ticket t
SOS - The Abba Experience 7:30 p.m. · Tickets · Pop, Electro Pop

The Pearl

Vancouver, BC · 2 shows

Frost Children + Kuru 7:30 p.m. · Tickets · Pop, Electro Pop
OBSESSION II — TWO YEARS OF DESIRE 10:00 p.m. · $40.45–60.25 · Tickets · Dance/Electronic

Market Hall Performing Arts Centre

Peterborough, ON · 1 show

In From the Cold 2:00 p.m. · Tickets

The Commercial

Edmonton, AB · 1 show

THE ICONIC JAM 2:00 p.m. · Free tickets

Imperial Theatre

Saint John, NB · 1 show

Smokey Mountain Songbird: Tribute to Dolly Parton 3:30 p.m. · Tickets · $56.25 // TIME WARP PROMOTIONS PRESENTS SMOKEY MOUNTAIN SONGBIRD: TRIBUTE TO DOLLY PARTON. Newfoundland born vocalist "Laurie Lynn" began pe

History

Toronto, ON · 1 show

The Bouncing Souls & The Flatliners 6:00 p.m.

Hollywood Theatre

Vancouver, BC · 1 show

John Craigie - Keep It Warm Tour 2026 6:00 p.m. · Tickets · Folk, Indie Folk

The Cameron House

Toronto, ON · 1 show

John Borra Band 6:00 p.m. · Pay what you can · 6pm Front Room

The Coda

Victoria, BC · 1 show

Daniel James McFadyen w/ Kieran Campbell & Dakota Cooney 6:00 p.m. · Indie-folk; $20.00 plus

Danforth Music Hall

Toronto, ON · 1 show

The Trews 6:30 p.m.

Sneaky Dee's

Toronto, ON · 1 show

A Little Leverage w/ Down For Down, Hollowsound & Punch The Camel 6:30 p.m. · Live Music

BOND|ST Event Centre

Oshawa, ON · 1 show

Goddo 7:00 p.m. · $46.10–69.30 · Tickets · Alternative, Alternative Rock

Chatham Capitol Theatre

Chatham-Kent, ON · 1 show

Voices of Christmas 7:00 p.m. · Tickets · Performing Arts at St. Andrew’s presents Voices of Christmas Step into the sounds of the season at the historic Capitol Theatre with Voices

Commonwealth Bar & Stage

Calgary, AB · 1 show

JESSI CRUICKSHANK DJ's: EVENING CLUB - A Dance Party 7:00 p.m.

Foufounes Electriques

Montreal, QC · 1 show

BLOOD FOR BLOOD 7:00 p.m. · Tickets · Rock, Alternative Rock

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa

Ottawa, ON · 1 show

Little River Band 7:00 p.m. · Tickets · Rock, Pop

Lee's Palace

Toronto, ON · 1 show

We Are Scientists 7:00 p.m. · $42.13 · Tickets · Alternative, Indie Rock

Light House Arts Centre

Halifax, NS · 1 show

A Celtic Family Christmas...PARTY! Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy with special guest Mary Frances 7:00 p.m.

PARK THEATRE

Winnipeg, MB · 1 show

ALBUM SIDES presents: An Evening of Paul McCartney + Wings 7:00 p.m. · $34.90 · Tickets · Rock

Prairie Dog Brewing

Calgary, AB · 1 show

Live On Stage: Joey Pringle 7:00 p.m. · Prairie Dog Brewpub – Calgary Chinook · Manitoba born Metis, Joey Pringle, is a Canadian Singer-Songwriter with a soulful, Country-Blues sty

Rockpile Rock Bar

Toronto, ON · 1 show

Keep The Faith / Tribute To Bon Jovi 7:00 p.m. · $28.75 · Tickets · Rock, Hard Rock

Sound Garage

Toronto, ON · 1 show

ILUKA - The Wings Tour 7:00 p.m. · Tickets · Alternative, Ambient Pop

The Bronson

Ottawa, ON · 1 show

Skydiggers 7:00 p.m. · Tickets · Country, Country

The Cap

Fredericton, NB · 1 show

The CAP's Kitchen Party 7:00 p.m.

The Concert Hall

Toronto, ON · 1 show

Spoons, Rough Trade, Images In Vogue 7:00 p.m. · MODO-LIVE & Retro Rebellion presents; hosted by comedian Carla Collins; 19+; new wave

The Crooked Mouth Pub

Strathcona County, AB · 1 show

Todd Reynolds 7:00 p.m.

The Drake Hotel

Toronto, ON · 1 show

Jady 7:00 p.m. · Tickets · Rock, Alternative Rock

The Loft Pub

Saanich, BC · 1 show

The Lovecats 7:00 p.m. · $10 · LOVECATS showcase an eclectic blend of classic rock, pop, R&B, and country genres. Enjoy danceable music from the 60s through the 90s and be

The Mod Club

Toronto, ON · 1 show

The Halluci Nation 7:00 p.m.

Aeolian Hall

London, ON · 1 show

Maggie's Wake 7:30 p.m. · Folk, Roots; tickets via Showpass

Centre Québecor

Sherbrooke, QC · 1 show

GRAND CONCERT DE NOËL SIMONS 7:30 p.m. · Concert à la carte; Bruno Pelletier et l OSS; salle Maurice-O’Bready

Credit Union Place

Summerside, PE · 1 show

Christmas with Johnny Reid 7:30 p.m. · Tickets · Pop, Adult Contemporary

GigSpace Performance Studio

Ottawa, ON · 1 show

Anthony D'Alessandro Plays Gershwin 7:30 p.m. · Album Release

Jane Mallett Theatre

Toronto, ON · 1 show

Sinfonia Toronto presents HOLIDAY CHEER / Reflections 7:30 p.m. · Tickets · Classical, Classical/Vocal

Living Arts Centre Auditorium

Mississauga, ON · 1 show

MFC Presents New Beginnings: Snow and Angels 7:30 p.m. · Tickets · Classical, Classical/Vocal

Massey Hall

Toronto, ON · 1 show

Amanda Marshall - The Dirty 30 Tour 7:30 p.m. · Tickets · Rock, Pop

Scott Block Theatre

Red Deer, AB · 1 show

Passport to Christmas 7:30 p.m. · Tickets · Red Deer Memorial Centre · If you’ve been longing for that classic “Christmas concert” feeling, look no further than Passport to Christmas !

Soybomb

Toronto, ON · 1 show

Blackstone Cherry's Bonfire Nights *An Acoustic Evening* 7:30 p.m. · Tickets · Rock, Pop

The Auditorium

Thunder Bay, ON · 1 show

Daylin James: 30 Year Anniversary Elvis 1969 7:30 p.m. · Tickets · Rock, Pop

Casino Rama Resort

Rama, ON · 1 show

Colin James 8:00 p.m. · Tickets · Rock, Pop

Centre in The Square

Kitchener, ON · 1 show

Marianas Trench 8:00 p.m. · Tickets

Club Soda

Montreal, QC · 1 show

RYMZ 8:00 p.m. · $45 · Tickets · Rymz est de retour avec un nouvel album et un tout nouveau spectacle!Au sommet de sa forme, le Petit Prince du rap québécois revient sur scè

Donegal's Irish House

Surrey, BC · 1 show

Brian Zalo Trio 8:00 p.m.

Horseshoe Tavern

Toronto, ON · 1 show

Ashley MacIsaac (Night 2) 8:00 p.m. · 19+; $49.50; Sold Out

Le Club DIX30

Brossard, QC · 1 show

Boogie Wonder Band 8:00 p.m. · Tickets

Le Pantoum

Quebec City, QC · 1 show

Lancement d’Anéantix (+ Torturer + Eulogy) 8:00 p.m.

Le Studio TD

Montreal, QC · 1 show

Andy Kim 8:00 p.m. · Le Noël d’Andy Kim à Montréal

Mulligan's Pub

Mississauga, ON · 1 show

Orangeman Band 8:00 p.m.

Pawn Shop Live

Edmonton, AB · 1 show

KRYPLE – Sounds Made Up 3 – Album Release Party 8:00 p.m. · Tickets · KRYPLE – Sounds Made Up 3 – Album Release Party live at Pawn Shop Live, 6240 99 St NW, Edmonton.

Red Bird Brewing

Kelowna, BC · 1 show

Dan Tait Band with Cal Volpe Trio 8:00 p.m. · at • Stage: • Age restrictions: • Pet policy: Click here to buy tickets directly on SimpleTix. Honest Songs, Funky Grooves, Good Company Dec

Silence

Guelph, ON · 1 show

Cello-centricity!: Clarice Jensen 8:00 p.m. · Tickets · Cello-centricity! concludes with Clarice Jensen. Performing on cello with effects pedals, Clarice Jensen presents music from her acclaimed n

TD Coliseum

Hamilton, ON · 1 show

Garth Brooks - Blame It All On My Roots Arena Tour 8:00 p.m. · Tickets · Country, Country

The Arena at Pickering Casino Resort

Pickering, ON · 1 show

ABBA Revisited Christmas Special 8:00 p.m. · Tickets

Théâtre Desjardins

Montreal, QC · 1 show

Noël, une tradition en chansons 2026 8:00 p.m. · Chanson

The Bank Art House

Welland, ON · 1 show

THREE IMAGINARY BOYS + THE QUEEN IS DEAD 8:00 p.m. · The Cure & The Smiths tribute night. All Ages. Live music. Doors 7:00 pm

The Jazz Room

Kitchener, ON · 1 show

Roy Patterson Quartet 8:00 p.m. · Tickets · 59 King Street North

The Old Mill

Toronto, ON · 1 show

Night Fever: The Bee Gees Show 8:00 p.m. · Tickets · Experience the magic of the Bee Gees like never before with Night Fever, the world\'s premier Bee Gees tribute show. This all-Canadian cast

The Phoenix Bar

Saanich, BC · 1 show

Wretched Toll Presents: Curse Upon the Northwest 8:00 p.m. · $25–30 · Tickets

CABARET DU CASINO DE MONTREAL

Montreal, QC · 1 show

L'EMPIRE MUSICAL - La suite de Britishow 8:30 p.m. · Tickets · Pop, Electro Pop

Lula Lounge

Toronto, ON · 1 show

Salsa Saturday w Yani Borrell + DJ Van Gogh + Oscar Naranjo! 8:30 p.m. · Tickets · Salsa powerhouse, Yani Borrell, brings his signature style and powerful vocals to Lula Lounge for an unforgettable night of dancing!

The Carleton Tavern

Ottawa, ON · 1 show

Rollin’ Steady Blues 8:30 p.m. · https://www.rollinsteadyblues.com/

Ausgang Plaza

Montreal, QC · 1 show

DE LA HOUSE & BALLROOM4COMMUNITY présentent AMARJI KING, MOON, EKITWANDA & G MAKO 9:00 p.m.

Bar du Niveau 2

Trois-Rivières, QC · 1 show

Rock Pilots 9:00 p.m. · Free · Level 2 bar, free show

Dickens Pub

Calgary, AB · 1 show

The Emo Nightmare Before Christmas Calgary at Dickens - Dec 5 2026 9:00 p.m. · $13.10 · Tickets · Rock, Emo

Irene's Pub

Ottawa, ON · 1 show

The Convertibles 9:00 p.m.

Phoenix Concert Theatre

Toronto, ON · 1 show

Phoenix Saturdays Presents: All The Alt. Things 90’s & 2000’s Night! 9:00 p.m. · Doors 9pm; 19+

The Duke Saloon

Victoria, BC · 1 show

OUTLAW SATURDAYS 9:00 p.m. · Outlaw Saturdays Featuring The Tumblin’ Dice Every Saturday Doors: 9PM Close: 2AM Enjoy Victoria’s premier live music venue on its busiest n