Saskatoon Weekend Guide: Five Local Music and Arts Events to Experience
This weekend in Saskatoon offers a rich tapestry of musical, theatrical, and dance performances designed to captivate audiences of all ages. From intimate jazz sessions to grand symphony productions, the city's cultural scene is buzzing with activity from April 10 to 12, 2026. Local artists and ensembles are taking center stage, providing residents and visitors with diverse entertainment options that highlight Saskatoon's vibrant arts community.
1. Experience a Unique Jazz Performance at The Bassment
Juno-nominated Canadian jazz singer-songwriter Barbra Lica brings her distinctive blend of jazz, pop, folk, and country music to The Bassment on Friday evening. Known for her subtle, graceful, and expressive vocal style, Lica has released six studio albums, including her latest work, Imposter Syndrome from 2023, which delves into themes of identity and self-discovery. She will be accompanied by her quartet, featuring guitarist Tom Fleming, promising an evening of sophisticated musical exploration. The concert begins at 8:30 p.m., with details available on the venue's website.
2. Enjoy a Poetic French-Language Play at Studio 914
La Troupe du Jour presents Manitoba's Flammèche Théâtre in a performance of Cet été qui chantait, based on Gabrielle Roy's book and adapted by Marie-Ève Fontaine. This charming play offers a meditative look at rural life through the eyes of a crow flying over the landscape, enriched with pastoral imagery, puppetry, and live music and sound effects. Suitable for audiences aged eight and older, the show runs from Friday to Sunday at Studio 914. It is performed in French with English surtitles, and each performance includes an artists' talkback session for deeper engagement.
3. Kick Off the Dance Season with Free Flow Dance Theatre
Free Flow Dance Theatre launches its new season with an exciting opener on Saturday evening at the Free Flow Dance Centre. Dancers Quinlan Sharkay and Kyle Syverson will perform new works choreographed by Jackie Latendresse, set to original music composed by Anna Bekolay. The performance features live musical accompaniment from Kim de Laforest on violin, Jeremy Cook on viola, Sean Whelan on cello, and special guest Bekolay on a giant double-bowed Psaltery and violin. Speakers Lia Story Gamble and Joyce McBeth will also contribute to the event, followed by a social mixer for attendees.
4. Celebrate Vocalists with the Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra
The Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra presents A Change is Gonna Come, a soulful concert featuring local R&B singer Sonia Reid on Saturday at TCU Place. This performance puts the vocalist at the forefront, with renditions of iconic songs by artists like Whitney Houston, Aretha Franklin, and Celine Dion, elevated by the orchestra's powerful arrangements. Guest conductor Janna Sailor leads the ensemble, creating a moving musical experience that resonates with emotion. The concert starts at 7:30 p.m. and will be live-streamed for remote viewers.
5. Embrace Love and Support a Cause with the Saskatoon Men's Chorus
The Saskatoon Men's Chorus presents its spring concert, Music, the Food of Love, on Sunday at Zion Lutheran Church. This celebration explores various forms of love through a diverse program that includes works from ancient liturgical texts to contemporary folk, pop, and musical theater pieces. Special guests Diane Bestvater on organ, baritone John Cody, and tenor Max Eyre-Wilkins will join the chorus for this heartfelt performance. In support of the community, non-perishable food items and donations will be collected for the Saskatoon Food Bank and Learning Centre during the event.
