The Sandman Centre is the centrepiece of sport and entertainment facilities in Kamloops, and home to the Kamloops Blazers.
Steps away for Riverside Park and two blocks from the downtown core, the Sandman Centre is the centerpiece of sport and entertainment facilities in Kamloops.
With a seating capacity of 6,000 and almost 20,000 square feet of exhibition space, this venue is the perfect location for trade shows, sporting events, conventions, and big-ticket concerts.
Sandman Centre Venue Policies
The following policies apply to ticketed events.
- There is no re-entry permitted during the event.
- Two pieces of identification are required for all alcohol purchases (one must be photo identification).
- No outside food or drink allowed—security will be performing bag checks.
Bags
It is strongly encouraged guests do not bring bags of any type, however, the following bags are permitted into the facility:
- clutch purses or belt bags no larger than 6.5" x 8.5"
- clear plastic bags no larger than 12" x 12" x 6"
Backpacks and large purses are not permitted.
Exceptions may be provided for diaper bags and medically necessary items that cannot fit into a clear bag. All bags are subject to search. There is no bag storage on site. Any patrons bringing unacceptable bags will not be permitted entry.
Upcoming Events
with special guests The Hello Darlings
Friday, September 18, 2026 l 7:30 pm l Sandman Centre
A singer, composter, and actor, Lyle Lovett has broadened the definition of American music in a career that spans 14 albums. Coupled with his gift of storytelling, the Texas-based musician fuses elements of country, swing, jazz, folk, gospel, and blues in a convention-defying manner that breaks down barriers.
Whether touring as a ‘duo’ or with his ‘acoustic group’ of his ‘large band’, Lovett's live performances show not only the breadth of this Texas legend's deep talents but also the diversity of his influences, making him one of the most compelling and captivating musicians in popular music.
Since his self-titled debut in 1986, Lyle Lovett has evolved into one of music's most vibrant and iconic performers. Among his many accolades, besides the four Grammy Awards, he was given the Americana Music Association's inaugural Trailblazer Award, and was named Texas State Musician.
Tickets go on sale Friday, April 10, 2026, at 10:00 am.
Outback Presents and Chambers Touring are proud to announce that global comedy superstar Jimmy Carr is returning to Canada with his biggest national tour ever. The brand-new show, Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny, will hit an unprecedented 31 cities across the country, a first for an international comedian.
The tour will play coast to coast kicking off in Victoria on September 16, 2026 with 5 additional British-Columbia stops including Abbotsford for the first time on September 17, Vancouver on September 18, Kelowna on September 19, for the first time in Kamloops on September 20 and Prince George on September 21.
Known worldwide for his lightning-quick wit, dark one-liners and unmistakable laugh, Jimmy Carr remains one of the most successful and best-selling comedians on the planet. A master of razor-sharp humour, he has toured to over 40 countries, sold millions of tickets, and continues to be one of the most streamed stand-ups of the last decade. His most recent tour, Terribly Funny 2.0, surpassed one million tickets worldwide and saw him perform 293 shows across 145 cities in a single year—cementing his reputation as one of the hardest-working acts in comedy.
Following his sold-out 2023 tour, Jimmy Carr returns to Canada with his fifth and most ambitious Canadian tour yet, Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny. Alongside time-honoured cities such as Toronto, Vancouver, Montréal, Calgary, Ottawa, Halifax and Winnipeg, this tour will bring Jimmy to new markets he has never performed in before, expanding his Canadian footprint further than ever.
