City of Richmond
Get in the Zone Early for Our Lady Peace
18 February 2010For one night and one Lower Mainland location only, international Juno award winning band Our Lady Peace headlines the main stage at the Richmond O Zone at 9:30 p.m. Opening for the group at 8:30 p.m. are Ontario bluesy-rock band the Arkells. If you’re heading to the O Zone again, or haven’t been here yet, arrive early for a good spot on the grounds.
Our Lady Peace is one of the most successful Canadian bands of this era, selling over five million albums world wide because of their infectious mix of rock and alternative beats. Come early so you can also see Richmond resident and 2008 Olympic gold medalist, Kyle Hamilton, in a recognition ceremony and a Games ticket give away at 6:45 p.m. In the early evening, Vancouver-born female country rock duo Whiskey Jane performs with big guitars, big drums and big attitude at 6 p.m.
You, your friends and family can also experience the southern country groove of Ken McCoy and his band, who have been performing at venues of up to 20,000 people for over two decades.
The Ken McCoy Band starts the afternoon entertainment at 4:30 p.m.
The Richmond O Zone is open February 12 to 28 from 3-11 p.m. Monday to Friday and noon- 11 p.m. on weekends. There are three entrances into the O Zone:
- South – Granville Avenue at Moffatt Road
- East – Minoru Boulevard at the Richmond Cultural Centre
- North – Near Gateway Theatre
For more information, visit www.richmondozone.ca.
