Bigger artists bypass Vancouver on concert tours, citing high costs

Bigger artists are skipping Vancouver on their tours, citing high costs and lack of demand. The city's venues, such as Pacific Coliseum and Rogers Arena, have sufficient capacity to accommodate larger crowds. Industry experts point to increasing expenses for hotels, dining, and event staffing as the main reason for the trend. The FIFA World Cup in 2026 may also impact concert bookings at B.C. Place.