Roaring Into Resilience: How Katy Perry’s 2025 Tour Creates Teachable Moments in Music, Mental Health, and Student Learning

Music and mental health are deeply connected, with research showing that music can reduce stress, boost mood, and help students process emotions—all while creating powerful opportunities for learning and self-expression. Following the excitement of Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour, Katy Perry’s arrival brings another empowering example of how music and performance can uplift young audiences. This summer, pop icon Katy Perry is bringing her bold, colourful energy to Canada with her much-anticipated Lifetimes Tour. As she lights up arenas across the country—from Vancouver to Toronto—her return to the stage is more than a concert event; it’s a masterclass in resilience, community, and being your authentic self. The in-person and online tutoring team at Teachers on Call loves to celebrate learning in all its forms. It may be summer break, but learning doesn’t have to stop. Tapping into your child’s interests, like music and pop culture can offer accessible ways to spark curiosity, creativity, and meaningful conversations. Read on to discover how concert tours like Katy Perry’s can use the power of music to inspire teachable moments, spark learning, and support children’s well-being and personal growth throughout the summer.

Whether you’ve got a kindergartener who belts out “Roar” in the backseat or a teen discovering their voice through music and fashion, this tour offers more than catchy tunes and dazzling visuals. It’s a window into powerful themes that resonate across all ages—resilience, creativity, identity, and belonging. By looking a little deeper, families can uncover meaningful ways to connect through music and pop culture. From sparking honest conversations about self-worth to exploring Canada’s geography through tour stops, Katy Perry’s Lifetimes Tour offers unexpected teachable moments that can enrich your summer in simple but lasting ways. Keep reading to see how her tour is sparking inspiration and connection across Canada, one song at a time.

Katy Perry’s 2025 Canadian Tour Dates

Katy Perry's Lifetimes Tour will visit seven Canadian cities this summer:

• Vancouver, BC – July 22, 2025 - Rogers Arena, 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver, BC V6B 6G1, Canada
• Edmonton, AB – July 24, 2025 - Rogers Place, 10220 104 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 0H6, Canada
• Winnipeg, MB – July 26, 2025 - Canada Life Centre, 300 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R3C 5S4, Canada
• Ottawa, ON – July 29, 2025 - Canadian Tire Centre, 1000 Palladium Drive, Ottawa, ON K2V 1A5, Canada
• Montreal, QC – July 30, 2025 - Bell Centre, 1909 Avenue des Canadiens‑de‑Montréal, Montréal, QC H3B 4C9, Canada
• Quebec City, QC – August 1, 2025 - Centre Vidéotron, 250‑B Boulevard Wilfrid‑Hamel, Québec City, QC G1L 5A7, Canada
• Toronto, ON – August 5 & 6, 2025 - Scotiabank Arena, 40 Bay Street, Toronto, ON M5J 2L2, Canada

Resilience: A Comeback Story in Real Time

After a few quieter years off the road, Katy Perry’s 2025 tour is a bold return to the global stage. That alone is a powerful lesson for kids: it’s okay to take time to reset, and it’s never too late to pursue your dreams. Her music has always carried themes of empowerment, like “Firework,” “Wide Awake,” and “Rise.” But this tour, with its name Lifetimes, is especially poignant. It celebrates the idea that we live many versions of ourselves over time, and each one is valuable.

Tuning Into Emotional Wellness Through Music

Music is more than just fun, it can be incredibly calming and healing for children. According to the Mayo Clinic, music helps kids manage stress, focus better, and express emotions they might not have words for. Whether they’re singing along to “California Girls” or dancing in the living room, engaging with music can build confidence, boost mood, and support mental well-being. University of Waterloo’s Assistant Professor of Music, Maisie Sum, writes about the important impact of music on health and wellbeing. As Katy Perry’s Lifetimes Tour travels across Canada, it’s a great reminder of how music can lift us up and help kids feel strong, creative, and connected. It’s not just music, either. Movies have been shown to have a profound impact on mental health and well-being in youth. Check out Reasons Why Films and Movies Benefit Student Learning and Mental Health.

Authenticity: Celebrating the Power of Being You

Katy Perry has built a career around bold self-expression—bright wigs, playful outfits, and lyrics that invite people to be unapologetically themselves. For young people trying to figure out where they belong, that message is invaluable. At a time when social media pressures can cloud identity, artists like Katy help kids understand that it’s okay to stand out. In fact, it’s powerful.

Family discussion idea: Listen to “This Is Me” or “Firework” together. Ask your child: What makes you feel proud of who you are?

Community: Music That Brings Us Together

By stopping in cities large and small across Canada, Katy’s tour reflects a deep appreciation for community. Her concerts are known for being inclusive, joyful spaces where people of all ages, backgrounds, and identities come together to celebrate life and music.

This summer, arenas will fill with fans singing in unison—not just lyrics, but shared values: hope, confidence, and connection. What a wonderful model for how we can build stronger communities in our classrooms and neighbourhoods.

Education tip: Use the tour as a geography lesson this summer. Map the Canadian tour stops and discuss what makes each city special. Together you can research local cultures and learn more about Canada’s rich history.

Opening Act: Rebecca Black and the Power of Reinvention

Opening for Katy Perry on the Canadian leg is singer Rebecca Black - yes, the same Rebecca Black who went viral with "Friday" as a teenager. Her presence on this tour is another nod to resilience and reinvention. She’s grown into an artist in her own right, showing young fans that we are not defined by our first impression or our most awkward moment. That’s an empowering message for any student who’s felt embarrassed, misunderstood, or underestimated.

Read It and Roar: Inspiring Young Readers with Katy Perry’s Story

Looking for more ways Katy Perry has been inspiring people, young and old, for decades? There is so much to learn! Luckily, there are several child-focused books available that dig into Katy’s life, her motivations, and her powerful messages to fans. At Teachers on Call, our in-person and online English tutors love to encourage recreational reading, especially during the summer months when there's more room to explore personal interests. It’s the perfect time to help children discover the joy of reading by diving into topics and people they’re passionate about.

• Katy Perry: From Gospel Singer to Pop Star by Nadia Higgins – A 32‑page biography written for elementary readers, highlighting her childhood, early career challenges (including being dropped by record labels), and eventual breakthrough.
• Katy Perry: Rebel Dreamer (Pop Culture eBook) by Alice Hudson – A lushly illustrated biography that chronicles her transformation from Katheryn Hudson into the pop goddess known for her bold style and hit songs like “Firework.”
• Katy Perry by Jan Bernard – A reader‑friendly introduction (ages 8–10) that traces her rise from gospel singer to vibrant pop performer.
• KATY PERRY BIOGRAPHY: The Journey of a Pop Queen by Mercy G. Mark – An engaging kid‑focused narrative full of colour and motivational highlights from her career.

Helping Kids Shine Through the Art of Giving

Katy Perry is committed to philanthropy and education through her role as a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador and co-founder of the Firework Foundation, which provides creative arts programming to underserved youth. Her efforts help students build confidence, develop life skills, and access meaningful learning opportunities beyond the classroom. The Firework Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering underserved youth through immersive arts education and emotional well-being programs. At the heart of the foundation is Camp Firework, a weeklong creative retreat held during summer break, where middle school students explore songwriting, dance, design, and other artistic outlets while also learning tools for mental and emotional resilience, such as meditation and self-expression. By combining the power of the arts with social-emotional learning, the Firework Foundation helps children build confidence, find their voice, and return to school inspired and recharged.


Parents and educators can use Katy Perry’s example to spark conversations with children about the importance of giving back and using their talents to make a difference. Highlighting her philanthropic work offers a powerful teachable moment to inspire kids to contribute to their communities in creative and meaningful ways.

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The 2025 Lifetimes Tour is more than a celebration of pop—it's a celebration of life. It's about stepping into your story, even when it’s hard. About showing up as your real self. About building bridges with people who dance to the same beat, even if they sing different songs. Whether you're attending one of Katy's shows or just tuning into the playlist, this summer is the perfect time to talk with your kids and students about what it means to be brave, kind, and fully yourself. Interested in more ways music inspires people of all ages? Check out our blog Teaching with Taylor: How the Eras Tour and Swift's Influence Spark Classroom Conversations.