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  1. Dean Brody – Burt Block Party

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    Burt Block Party presented by Leopold’s Tavern kicks off Aug. 14 with Dean Brody, Owen Riegling, Hailey Benedict, and Brandi Vezina. Night sponsor QX104

    Since his debut single “Brothers” hit the US Top-40 back in 2008, Dean has become one of the most beloved Canadian country artists of his generation. A passionate storyteller and unmatched lyricist, Dean has risen and continues to remain at the top of the Canadian country landscape with an impressive 34 Top-10 singles (including 8 #1s), 18 CCMA Awards, 2 JUNOs, more than 425+ million global streams and numerous gold and platinum certified singles (including 1 triple platinum and 3 double platinum). He currently holds the title of the most consumed Canadian country artist since 2020. Dean Brody will be joined by Owen Riegling, Hailey Benedict, and Brandi Vezina.

    Now, with over 180 million global streams, it is clear Owen Riegling is maintaining his unstoppable pace and making his mark on the music industry. He topped 1.6 million monthly listeners on Spotify. Owen is now a 2x CCMA Award winner with over 140 million global streams, he tore through 103 shows in 2024 including his debut Canadian headline tour, The Old Dirt Road Trip.

    2023 was a monumental year for Hailey Benedict, culminating in her victory at the SiriusXM Top of the Country competition. Benedict introduces her next chapter with the single “Things My Mama Says,” her first release with Big Loud Records/Local Hay.

    Brandi Vezina is making waves with her bold storytelling and unapologetic grit. A proud Métis artist from Manitoba, Brandi’s music blends heartfelt narratives, modern country influences, and emotional depth.Her upcoming EP, Grit & Glamour, drops June 6, a powerful collection of songs rooted in identity, resilience, and rebellion.

  2. Louis CK

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    Louis CK announced today that his 2025 tour will include the Burton Cummings Theatre on April 16, 17 and 18, 2025. Louis C.K. is a six-time Emmy Award and three-time Grammy Award winner. He has released over ten stand up specials including his most recent Louis C.K. at the Dolby, Sorry, and Sincerely, Louis C.K., all released direct to fans on his website. In 2023, C.K. livestreamed his sold-out in-the-round performance from Madison Square Garden, aptly named Back To The Garden, through his website. Previous specials include Shameless, Chewed Up, Hilarious, Word – Live at Carnegie Hall (audio), Live at the Beacon Theater, Oh My God, Live at the Comedy Store, and Louis C.K. 2017. C.K. is the creator, writer, director, and star of the Peabody Award-winning shows Louie and Horace and Pete. C.K. also co-wrote, directed, and appeared in the feature film Fourth of July released in theatres nation-wide in July 2022. In January 2015, he became the first comedian to sell out Madison Square Garden three times for the same tour.

    Tickets are on sale Friday, February 28 at 10am.

  3. Alessia Cara

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    After building up widespread anticipation, GRAMMY® Award-winning history-making superstar Alessia Cara presents her anxiously awaited fourth full-length album, Love & Hyperbole, out February 14th on Def Jam Recordings. In support of the album, she will embark on an extensive global headline tour. As her biggest body of work sees her in top form as both a vocal dynamo and an eloquent songwriter. From the energetic opener “Go Outside!” to the reflective finale “Clearly,” the LP traces an enthralling journey through the ups, downs, twists, and turns of infatuation, love, heartbreak, and letting go. At the same time, it illuminates her sonic progression with its immersive soundscape and cohesive vision.

    It’s just the beginning though. Welcome to her next chapter with Love & Hyperbole!

    Alessia Cara will be joined by Jon Vinyl and Alicia Moffet.

    Tickets are on sale Friday, February 21 at 10am!

  4. Paul Reiser

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    Comedian, actor, television writer, author and musician Paul Reiser is stopping by the Burt stage on Sunday, June 1, 2025.

    Reiser is widely celebrated for his roles in two hit shows for Netflix: Stranger Things—the company’s biggest series of all time— and Chuck Lorre’s The Kominsky Method, for which he received an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actor.

    Mad About You, the long-running Emmy, Peabody, and Golden Globe-winning comedy that Reiser created and starred in with Helen Hunt returned as a limited series on Spectrum Originals.

    Voted by Comedy Central as one of the Top 100 Comedians of All Time, Reiser regularly performs sold-out stand-ups at venues nationwide.

    Tickets are on sale Friday, January 24 at 10am!

  5. The Man In Black: A Tribute To Johnny Cash

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    With his strikingly similar looks, baritone voice, and spot-on mannerisms, Shawn Barker’s uncanny resemblance to the original “Man In Black” revitalizes the true character and spirit of Mr. Cash himself, one of America’s greatest musical icons, for a truly one-of-a-kind show. The energetic show features Barker in character throughout the entire evening, walking the audience through each era of Cash’s life and music, including hits like “Folsom Prison Blues,” “I Walk The Line,” “A Boy Named Sue,” “Hurt” and “Ring of Fire,” complete with a full backing band.

    Tickets are on sale Friday, November 22 at 10am.

  6. Tom Petty’s Full Moon Fever Show

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    Glove Box Gold invites you to an unforgettable evening celebrating the music of Tom Petty. Join us as we perform his iconic album “Full Moon Fever” in its entirety. Released in 1989, this groundbreaking album features timeless hits like “I Won’t Back Down” and “Free Fallin’,” showcasing Petty’s signature sound and lyrical storytelling.

    The evening continues with a selection of the greatest hits from Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, along with beloved classics from Fleetwood Mac that are sure to delight. This dynamic show features a talented ensemble of musicians and vocalists, delivering not only the full album but also exciting surprises throughout the night. Don’t miss this chance to experience a celebration of rock music that pays tribute to two legendary artists!

    Tickets are on sale Friday, October 18 at 10am.

  7. Kerry King

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    Kerry King brings the North American 2025 Tour to the Burt on January 15, 2025! Following his recent tour with Lamb of God and Mastodon and his first European headline tour earlier this year, Kerry King and his new band – drummer Paul Bostaph (Slayer), bassist Kyle Sanders (HELLYEAH), guitarist Phil
    Demmel (Machine Head), and vocalist Mark Osegueda (Death Angel) – will hit the road for the
    twenty-eight date “North American Headline Tour 2025.”

    Tickets are on sale Friday, October 4 at 10am.

  8. Gerry Dee

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    Acclaimed comedian Gerry Dee announced that he’ll embark on a new standup comedy tour across Canada throughout 2025. Gerry will debut all new material full of stories and observations from how he sees the world.

    Gerry Dee is famously known for his creation of the hit sitcom “Mr. D” and his current roles as the host of “Family Feud Canada” and on Fox’s hit comedy sitcom “Animal Control”. The “Funny You Should Say That” tour will make 13 stops including Winnipeg on January 23, 2025.

    Tickets are on sale Friday, October 18 at 10am.

  9. Tommy Emmanuel

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    Paul Mercs Concerts is pleased to announce the following 2025 concert dates of the internationally renowned acoustic guitarist and 2024 Grammy Award winner, Tommy Emmanuel.

    The real-time exuberance Tommy Emmanuel brings to every note of every song he plays is palpable and infectious. His fans are in love with his unbound talent as a guitarist of multitudes and his ability to play three parts at once, always with pure heart and real soul. He is a true virtuoso. But he seems as delighted always with the magic of the music as the audience, if not more, and his joy illuminates everything.

    Tickets for Tommy Emmanuel go on sale Friday, May 31 at 10 a.m.

  10. Kevin Smith Gets Winnipegged

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    Just in time for director Brian De Palma’s cult musical Phantom of the Paradise’s 50th anniversary, see the award-winning documentary “Phantom of Winnipeg”, about Winnipeg’s love affair with the iconic film. Directed by acclaimed Canadian documentary filmmaker Malcolm Ingram, this prairie portrait is a loving examination of a town, a film and an obsession. The film features candid interviews with local Phans, original cast members like star/composer Paul Williams, and longtime Canada fan and director Kevin Smith (Clerks, Dogma, Red State).

    Kevin Smith will be in attendance for a Q&A after the screening. Hosted by one of the stars of “Phantom of the Paradise (and “Phantom of Winnipeg”), actor Peter Elbling, join us for a night of thrills, chills and homegrown hilarity!