Khatsahlano 2025: 5 Acts You Can’t Miss | Exclaim!
Get ready for the Khatsahlano Street Party on July 5th! Vancouver’s West 4th Avenue will come alive with music, art, adn a vibrant “Camp khats” theme. This year’s free festival features eight stages and a stellar lineup. Catch Ché Aimee Dorval’s dream pop, daysormay’s eclectic sound, and a solo set from punk icon Joe Keithley. Don’t miss psychedelic rockers Meltt and indie-pop artist Michaela Slinger. News Directory 3 is on the scene. Find out the full schedule to plan your day of music and community fun. Discover what’s next as Khatsahlano 2025 gets closer.
Khatsahlano Street Party Brings Music to Vancouver
Updated May 28, 2025
Vancouver’s annual Khatsahlano Street Party is set to transform 10 blocks of West 4th Avenue into a vibrant hub of music and art on Saturday, July 5. This year’s theme, “Camp Khats,” promises a nostalgic summer camp vibe.
The Khatsahlano music festival will feature a diverse lineup of established and emerging local musicians across eight stages. Admission is free.
Among the must-see acts is Ché Aimee Dorval, known for her blend of dream pop, trip-hop, and folktronica. She will perform on the Burrard Stage.
The Vernon, British Columbia, trio daysormay, will bring their eclectic mix of alternative, hip-hop, and electronic music to the Macdonald Stage. Their sophomore album, “MODERATION,” was released last year.
Joe Keithley, a founding member of the Vancouver punk band D.O.A. and current city councilor, will perform a solo set on the Burrard Stage.
Meltt, a psychedelic alt-rock band from Vancouver, will headline the Burrard Stage. Michaela Slinger, a Vancouver-based singer, will perform her indie pop anthems on the Maple Stage.
What’s next
Festival organizers are finalizing the schedule, which will be available on the Khatsahlano website as the event approaches. Attendees can expect a full day of music, art, and community festivity.