The Mid-Autumn Moon Festival, which takes place in late September or early October, is a celebration centered on family, gratitude, and, of course, the moon! This year, the festival falls on September 25, 2026. Families traditionally make and display vibrant lanterns, exchange delicious mooncakes, and gather under the brightest moon of the season to celebrate the harvest moon. In Metro Vancouver, there are tons of family-friendly events to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival with your family.
⭐️Mid-Autumn Melodies at Gateway Theatre | September 20
📍Richmond
Featured: Bring the family and celebrate the full moon and the fall season at Gateway Theatre’s annual celebration, Mid-Autumn Melodies. Come and enjoy this wonderful afternoon of music, followed by arts and crafts for all ages.
Mid-Autumn Moon Family Day | September 19
📍Coquitlam
The Mid-Autumn Moon Festival is a joyous celebration of people coming together, parades, lanterns, and delicious mooncakes! Bring the whole family to learn about the customs and traditions celebrated during this festival.
Live! Music Series: Mid-Autumn Moon Festival | September 19
📍West Vancouver
Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival with West Vancouver Community Centre! Connect with others, celebrate community, and share the richness of Asian cultures and traditions. Begin with a Mooncake Coin Pouch Workshop (registration required, followed by Korean drumming, traditional Chinese music, the Yang Family Trio, and Tibetan cultural dance performances.
Mid-Autumn Festival at Lansdowne Centre | September 26 & 27
📍Richmond
Join Lansdowne Centre for a weekend of Mid-Autumn festivities, including a Bunny Meet & Greet, Bamboo Lantern-Making, Bunny Yoga, arts and crafts, and more.
Moon Festival at Henderson Place | September 26 & 27
📍Coquitlam
Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival at Henderson Place with face-painting, balloon twisting, a pop-up market, a wishing plate DIY workshop, and plenty of photo opportunities. This event is free and family-friendly.
40th Annual Mid-Autumn Moon Festival: Moon Palace | September 26 & 27
📍Vancouver
Celebrate with an exciting family-friendly event filled with workshops and learning about mooncakes, cultural experiences, live music and dance, lantern-making, and a special lion dance. This is one of the longest-running festivals at Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Gardens and is sure to be a family favourite.
