We’re building a joyful & social community, connected by music.
Public Disco Society is a registered non profit organization dedicated to connecting communities through music in public space. Since 2017 we’ve re-imagined streets, laneways, parking lots and industrial buildings as pop-up music venues and social gathering places in neighbourhoods across Metro Vancouver.
Our Mission.
Promote Social Connection.
To combat social isolation by creating shared cultural experiences that transcend diverse audiences and foster a collective sense of belonging.
Showcase Local Artists.
To provide a platform for local artists, makers, musicians, DJs, and performers to showcase their work to new audiences and contribute to the cultural vibrancy of their communities.
Reflect Diversity.
To actively curate and showcase programming that reflects the diversity of society, ensuring that our events and activities celebrate the rich tapestry of cultures, identities, and talents within our communities.
Enhance Access to Culture.
To produce programming that offers low-barrier opportunities for the public to discover, experience, and enjoy music culture.
Exemplify Urban Innovation.
To leverage public events as a tool for positive urban transformation, contributing to a creative, dynamic, and safe public realm.
Honour the Roots of Disco.
To embrace the authentic spirit of disco by spotlighting Black, Latinx, Queer and other marginalized artists while creating safer public spaces for self-expression, joyful togetherness and feel-good music celebrations.
Our Inspiration.
While electronic music has had decades of evolution, it's important to remember where it comes from. House, disco and other forms of electronic music stem from a struggle for space and acceptance. Spearheaded by Black, Latinx, Queer, and Trans individuals in the late 60s and early 70s, discotheques emerged as sanctuaries for marginalized groups to connect and express themselves free from persecution. These spaces began as private members-only clubs but over time the counterculture made it’s way out of the underground, influencing mainstream culture and paving the way for the development of modern forms of electronic music that many people know and love today.
We are driven by a commitment to honour this rich history, cultivating inclusive spaces that celebrate queer identity, and foster engagement with individuals from diverse backgrounds. It is our aim to provide the public with safe and welcoming environments where they can freely express themselves, connect with others, and revel in moments of joy and connection through music.
“Such an exciting and fun use of spaces that I would often overlook. And for free!! Pumping some much needed culture back into the city”
—LUKE STEWART
Let’s Chat!
Looking for help bringing your next event project to life? Interested in partnering with us to produce events in your city?
Drop us a line, we’d love to chat!