Why You Can't Miss These Hidden Gems at Khatsahlano Street Party 2025
Let me tell you something—Vancouver's Khatsahlano Street Party isn't just another summer event. It’s a full-blown, block-rocking festival that turns West 4th Avenue into a ten-block explosion of music, food, and wild summer energy. Sure, the headliners like Meltt and Missy D will draw the crowds—and they deserve it—but if you’re only sticking around for the big names, you’re missing half the magic. This year, it’s the undercard acts that are really going to steal the show, and I’ve got the list of six artists you need to catch to make your Khats experience legendary.
First up, Buddie . If you’ve got a soft spot for grungy shoegaze blended with dreamy pop and lyrics that hit like a punch to the soul, this is your band. Dan Forrest brings a blend of Philly roots and Vancouver realism, creating songs like “Class Warfare” and “Impatient” that feel like sunshine through storm clouds. Catch them at the Burrard Stage at 1:30 p.m.—and come early because this set is bound to convert casual passersby into die-hard fans.
Then there’s Perfume Tree , a true resurrection story. They ruled Vancouver’s underground scene in the '90s, disappeared, and now they’re back like they never left. Their sound—ethereal, spacey, and drenched in synth—is still as relevant as ever. Seeing them live on the Macdonald Stage at 2 p.m. feels like witnessing a rare comet.
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The Matinée is up next at 3:30 p.m., and calling them “undercard” almost feels criminal. These guys have Canadiana-rock anthems that scream road trips and summer heartbreak, and they’ve been honed to perfection through years of local airplay and festival stages. If “The Road” doesn’t get you swaying, check your pulse.
For something wildly unpredictable, The Lunchtime Band is cooking up a genre buffet you didn’t know you needed. Jazz, prog, folk, hair metal—whatever the mood, they’ve got a flavor for it. Their curiosity is infectious, and their set at 2 p.m. on the Vine Stage promises a taste of something totally different.
Now, Scarlet Fever is where things get exciting. They’ve only dropped two tracks, but those songs have already turned heads across the scene. Young, fierce, and way too polished for a band with such a short discography, they’re bringing a bold garage-rock sound to the Yew Stage at 4:30 p.m. Don’t blink—they could be your next favorite band.
And finally, prepare yourself for Theremin Man . Yes, a man who plays an instrument without ever touching it—and makes it sound cosmic. Stephen Hamm has been a staple of the Vancouver scene for decades, and now, as Theremin Man, he’s an intergalactic force of synth-heavy glam, disco, and prog. He hits the Burrard Stage at 4:30 p.m., and it’s not just a set—it’s a spectacle.
So when you’re out there on July 5, dodging food trucks, sipping a cold one, and picking up your #CampKhats badges, don’t just wander aimlessly. Go see these undercard acts. These are the future legends, the local gems, the unexpected highlights that’ll leave you saying, “I saw them before they blew up.”
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