Simms Summer Concerts

Exit 30 is a six-piece band from Campbell River blending classic rock, modern covers and original music. 

To learn more, visit:

• Exit 30 event page
• Exit 30 on Facebook
• Exit 30 on Instagram

Please note: The June 28 performance will be held at Lewis Park.

Enjoy a masterful celebration of The Doobie Brothers music. This band brings top flight performances of the greatest hits, including "What a Fool Believes," "Takin' it to the Streets," "Minute by Minute" and more.

To learn more, visit:

• The Doobie Brothers Experience event page
• The Doobie Brothers Experience website

Please note: The July 5 performance will be held at Simms Millennium Park.

Joel Lee commands attention on stage, whether delivering high-energy renditions of rock classics like "Sweet Emotion" and "Sweet Child O' Mine" or performing his own country radio hits backed by a tight, road-tested five-piece band.

Following the success of his Top 30 single "This Party Ain't Over" and 2025 hit "Hometown Horizon," Joel enters 2026 with momentum. Supported by a Creative BC and Province of British Columbia recording grant, he is releasing two new singles, "Someday" and "I Can't Blame Her," both co-written with Courtenay award-winning songwriter Doug Folkins.

With new music and a growing fan base, Joel Lee is an artist to watch.

To learn more, visit:

• Joel Lee on Facebook
• Joel Lee on Instagram
• Joel Lee on YouTube

The Sharp Seven is a Courtenay-Comox jazz ensemble that brings together experienced local musicians and Vancouver Island University alumni. Formed with the support of VIU Big Band Director Greg Bush, the group has built a distinctive sound through original arrangements that blend the richness of a big band with the energy and intimacy of a small ensemble.

Now featuring vocalist Mel McCutcheon alongside Paul Nuez, Grahame Edwards, Michelle Draper, Jack Reynolds, Beau Stocker and Dave Lymburner, The Sharp Seven delivers an evening of timeless jazz, outstanding musicianship and plenty of groove.

A long-standing favourite on the Comox Valley music scene, Shotgun Kelly delivers an energetic mix of hits from Adele to AC/DC. Led by dynamic vocalist Kelly Everill, the band also features Todd Mitchell on drums, Jeff Gillespie on lead guitar and vocals, and Chris Hardmann on bass.

To learn more, visit:

• Shotgun Kelly on Facebook

Hosted by The Gentlemen of Leisure, the annual Blues Jam is a longstanding Simms Summer Concerts tradition that brings together some of the Upper Island's finest blues musicians for an evening of classic and contemporary blues. The host band features Daryll Duus on guitar, Barry Polichek on bass, Rob Flannery on drums and Sean Grieve on keyboards.

Audience members are encouraged to wear their favourite Blues Hat for a chance to win a prize.

Special thanks to Long & McQuade for sponsoring the event and providing gift cards for participating musicians.

Stealing Dan is an ultra-authentic tribute to one of the most iconic pop-jazz bands of all time: Steely Dan.

Performing fan favourites like “Reeling in the Years,” “Rikki Don’t Lose That Number” and “My Old School,” along with some lesser-known fan favourites, the band captures the sophisticated sound, rich harmonies and exceptional musicianship that made Steely Dan legendary.

With a devoted following on Vancouver Island and beyond, Stealing Dan has performed to rave reviews at Vancouver Island MusicFest and the Nanaimo International Jazz Festival.

To learn more, visit:

• Stealing Dan on Facebook

A favourite on Vancouver Island for more than 20 years, Time Well Wasted is a 10-piece, horn-driven band known for its energetic performances and crowd-pleasing sound. Blending rock, R&B, pop and dance, the band performs hits from artists including Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder, Earth, Wind & Fire, Santana, Bruno Mars, Adele and Taylor Swift, offering something for music fans of all ages.

To learn more, visit:

• Time Well Wasted on Instagram