Festivals

The Vancouver festival season runs year-round. Families can enjoy festivals celebrating everything from art, culture, music, friends, family, and food!

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Best Weekend Events in Metro Vancouver: June 19 – 21

Get ready for an exciting weekend! Not only is it Father’s Day on Sunday (have you got a plan yet?!), but there are tons of free and low-cost events happening all weekend long. Whether you choose to hit the beach or a spray park, or join in for one of
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The Best Canada Day Events in Metro Vancouver

It’s time to come together as a community and celebrate Canada Day! Now more than ever, Canadians are united in acknowledging the difficult past that we have come from and are still trying to improve going forward. At the same time, there is pride in the values that unite us
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Soccer Fan Zones & Themed Events to Celebrate FIFA World Cup 26!

Vancouver has hosted some spectacular sporting events in the past, and in 2026, we are a proud host city of the FIFA World Cup 26™! Whether you have tickets to a match, to one of the live concerts, or you just want to be a part of the excitement, there
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25 FREE Things To Do With Your Kids This Summer | 2026 Edition!

There’s no denying that family adventures can be EXPENSIVE. But, believe it or not, there are a number of FREE family events & activities happening all over Metro Vancouver this summer. Here are our top 25 suggestions! (And if we’ve missed your favourite FREE summer event, please send us an
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Burnaby Day of Play

Summer is here, and it’s time to celebrate local parks and the improvements made over the last year to make them more welcoming, family-friendly places. Join in and create works of art, participate in a basketball tournament, receive free Rocky Point Ice Cream cones (while supplies last), and enjoy games,
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Shared Ground Festival

Don’t miss this festival that brings together music, food, and unique vendors all in one spot.  Whether you’re into live music, handmade crafts, or just want to soak in the good vibes with friends, this is the place to be. Shared Ground Festival: Date: July 4, 2026 Time: 11:00 AM
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The Chilliwack Fair – Entertaining Families Since 1873

The Chilliwack Fair is a family-friendly agricultural exhibition, offering all the traditional classes, exhibits, and entertainment you expect from a classic fair. The Fair is an opportunity to celebrate the unique culture and heritage of the community and much more! This event is all about affordable fun, so come experience
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Matchday Fun ⚽️ Join Soccer In the Square at UBC!

The world is coming to Vancouver this summer, and the place to be is Wesbrook Village at UBC! Thanks to UBC Properties Trust, Metro Vancouver families can catch the excitement of the games and cheer on their favourite teams without spending a fortune on gameday tickets. Soccer in the Square
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Surrey Fusion Festival

Experience the world at this cultural extravaganza featuring a soccer theme! Featuring arts, music, dance, and food from over 50 countries, this is a vibrant community festival you don’t want to miss. Surrey Fusion Festival: Date: July 18 & 19, 2026 Time: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Venue: Holland Park
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2026 TAIWANfest

TAIWANfest returns in 2026 for a spectacular array of family-friendly programming showcasing the best of Taiwanese arts, culture, and heritage. Community events and performances are taking place around Metro Vancouver. See the program schedule here. TAIWANfest: Date: September 5 – 7, 2026 Website: vancouvertaiwanfest.ca