Wicked star Cynthia Erivo and the VSO will play PNE Summer Night Concert series

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cynthia erivoCynthia Erivo will be backed by the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra for the 2026 PNE Summer Night Concert series. Photo by Matt Licari /Invision

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The PNE Summer Night Concert series continues its roll out of this year’s lineup with the second announcement of performers.

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Having already announced perennial PNE faves Blue Rodeo, Canadian rock legends the Guess Who, Toronto rockers the Beaches, ’90s rap hitmaker Nelly and EDM star Zedd, the next five acts are every bit as varied.

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The second group of acts appearing at this year’s fair includes Mt. Joy, Punjabi Virsa, Train, Barenaked Ladies and Broadway and film star Cynthia Erivo backed by the VSO.

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Fair creative director Patrick Roberge could hardly contain his excitement about Erivo.

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“We are one of the first fairs to bring in Cynthia with an orchestra, and I think it’s going to be amazing,” he said. “The PNE is not just ’90s bands anymore. Those artists are still very popular and a part of the experience, but we can really mix it up, too.”

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Roberge noted that Nelly was one of the most-requested return acts with fair-goers.

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“After he played the fair in 2022, we were constantly getting requests to bring him back,” said Roberge. “So OK, we’re bringing him back. It’s all fun for us.”

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Here’s everything you need to know about the second lineup announcement for the 2026 Summer Night Concert series:

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What fashion accessory is Nelly known for?

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Break out your white Band-aid and paste it across your left cheek at the Nelly show. Note: Hardcore fans can debate this answer as the rapper born Cornell Iral Haynes Jr. is also known for bringing the Nike Air Force 1 sneaker back in vogue in hip-hop circles.

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When is the 2026 PNE?

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The 2026 PNE is scheduled to run Aug. 22 to Sept. 7.

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What time is the Summer Night Concert series?

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Dates and times for the series are still to be announced, but the concerts typically involve the doors opening at 6:30 p.m. and show at 7:30 p.m.

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When are tickets on sale for the PNE Fair and concerts?

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A variety of PNE Fair and Playland passes are available for purchase at pne.ca. Individual days and concert tickets TBA.

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