Drake recently announced that he will be having a special guest join him at his upcoming show in Vancouver on October 21st, leaving fans speculating who it could be. As one of the most popular rappers in the world right now, Drake frequently collaborates with other high-profile artists, so the options for his surprise guest are endless. This has created a lot of buzz and anticipation leading up to the event as fans eagerly wait to find out who will share the stage with Drizzy in Vancouver.
Drake’s announcement builds excitement
Drake shared the news of a special guest on his Instagram story on October 10th writing “Vancouver, Night 1 we’re bringing someone special out for you” along with an eyes emoji, intentionally keeping it vague. This cryptic message was enough to send his fans into a frenzy of guesses and theories about who the guest could be.
Based on Drake’s past collaborations and friendships in the music industry, some top guesses from fans include The Weeknd, Justin Bieber, Nicki Minaj, Travis Scott, or Lil Wayne. He also has ties to emerging Canadian artists like The Weeknd and Nav who would make sense as surprise guests in Vancouver.
Past Vancouver collaborations
This isn’t the first time Drake has brought out surprise guests at his Vancouver shows. During his Boy Meets World tour in 2017, he brought out rapper G-Eazy and R&B singer Tory Lanez at his consecutive Vancouver shows. In 2013, he also surprised the crowd by welcoming Then-teen pop sensation Justin Bieber during the Would You Like A Tour? stop in Vancouver.
Who are the most likely special guests?
Based on fan theories and predictions, here are the top candidates who could be Drake’s special guest in Vancouver:
The Weeknd
Fellow Canadian and R&B superstar The Weeknd seems like a strong possibility. He and Drake have collaborated extensively in the past on songs like “Crew Love” and “Live For.” The Weeknd is currently on his After Hours Til Dawn tour which hits Vancouver a week after Drake’s show, so the timing lines up perfectly. And he was the surprise guest the last time Drake performed back-to-back nights in Vancouver in 2017.
Justin Bieber
Drake and fellow Canadian pop icon Justin Bieber are friends and past collaborators, though they haven’t released music together in several years. Bieber does have a gap in his Justice World Tour schedule during the weekend of Drake’s Vancouver shows, so it’s feasible he could make an appearance. And Drake has brought Bieber out as a surprise before in Vancouver back in 2013 which was a huge moment.
Nicki Minaj
Drake and Nicki have been friends and collaborators since the start of both of their careers. Their last song together was in 2018 on “Majesty” but a surprise reunion is possible. Nicki does not currently have a tour scheduled making her availability ideal. And shealways delivers show-stopping verses which would excite the crowd.
Lil Wayne
Though Lil Wayne hasn’t been on a Drake track in recent years, he was an early mentor and collaborator with Drizzy. He also was Drake’s special guest the last time he performed in Vancouver on the Boy Meets World Tour in 2017. Wayne doesn’t have a conflicting tour at the moment, so another surprise reunion on stage is plausible.
When and where is Drake performing in Vancouver?
Here are the details of Drake’s upcoming Vancouver shows and venue:
Date | Venue |
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October 21, 2022 | Rogers Arena |
October 22, 2022 | Rogers Arena |
The October 21st show, which promised the special guest, will be the kick off night. The concerts are part of Drake’s Apollo XVI tour in support of his recent solo album Honestly, Nevermind.
Rogers Arena is an indoor arena in downtown Vancouver with a capacity of 18,910 for concerts. It is the premier venue for big name concerts and events in the city.
How to get tickets
Tickets to see Drake with his special guest at Rogers Arena on October 21st are in high demand. Here are some tips for getting tickets:
Check resale sites
Websites like Stubhub, Vivid Seats, or Ticketmaster Resale offer resale tickets being sold by other fans. Prices may be marked up but tickets are guaranteed authentic. Supplies will be limited as the event nears.
Drake fan presales
Keep checking Drake’s social media and fan groups in case any ticket presales are announced leading up to the show. Presale codes often get released to loyal fans and fan club members first.
Rogers Arena presales
Rogers Arena sometimes holds presales for American Express cardholders or subscribers to their newsletter. Check the Rogers Arena social channels and website for any presale announcements.
Box office release
Any remaining tickets held for public sale will be released at the Rogers Arena box office on the day of the show. Get there early if you want a chance, as the lineup will be long.
Conclusion
Drake announcing a special guest for his Vancouver show has created major buzz and will make the night even more memorable for fans. While the identity of the artist remains a mystery, The Weeknd, Justin Bieber, Nicki Minaj and Lil Wayne seem to be the most likely candidates based on relationships with Drake and scheduling availability. Those lucky enough to get tickets to the October 21st show at Rogers Arena are in for an incredible surprise performance alongside the popular rapper.