VANCOUVER INTERNATIONAL CHILDRENS FESTIVAL
May 25th to May 31st, 2026
Mark your calendar! The Vancouver International Children’s Festival will return this spring to delight, exchange and engage children of all ages. Both School tickets and Public tickets are on sale now!
Schedule
We have over 48 years of experience finding the best international performing artists and shows for children. Come back soon to take a look at the super shows we’ve selected for next year’s Festival.
Tickets
Ignite your child’s playful joy and create unforgettable memories with your kids at this year’s Festival! Discover spectacular shows from around the world the whole family will enjoy. Come play with us!
Online Auction
Our VICF Online Auction is officially live! All funds raised will support our Hospital Program. Check out all the fabulous items up for grabs and start bidding today! Auction closes June 7th.
Archipelago
Step into a world of wonder. Inside a darkened space, a glowing cluster of tiny islands awaits—each designed for a single adventurer. At every island, children uncover a playful question or request, sparking imagination, reflection, or hands-on interaction.
Artists
Our 2026 children’s Festival will feature dazzling shows from artists far and wide. From local treasures to international gems, these captivating performers will put a smile on your child’s face and make you hoot with laughter.
Support us
As a non-profit organization, Vancouver International Children’s Festival uses private funding to subsidize ticket prices and ensure accessibility to our cultural programming for all children regardless of social or economic circumstance.
Our Impact
Rave Reviews
It was an amazing visit to see talented, creative performers and be swept up in the creativity with hands-on crafts.
It fits Vancouver’s spring as naturally as the tulips, the daffodils and the cherry trees and it would be hard to imagine the city without it.
The quality of the festival is beyond question…In fact, I would be willing to say there are few events of similar magnitude for adults that can boast such a high quality.
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Staying Sun Safe at the Festival: A Guide for Families
A full day at the Festival is a lot of fun, and staying sun smart helps you enjoy more of it. Small things like shade, water, and a hat make a difference. We’ve teamed up with Sun Safe BC to share a simple, parent-friendly guide to pacing your day and keeping things easy.
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Guide to Feasting at the Festival
We are excited to offer a wide selection of local Food Trucks at this year’s festival, with enough variety to satisfy each family member’s tastes and cravings! Check out our Guide to Feasting at this year’s Festival!
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49th Annual Vancouver International Children’s Festival — Ignite the Imagination: A week of Wonder awaits
The 49th Annual Vancouver International Children’s Festival takes place May 25 – May 31 on Granville Island where world-class theatre, music, dance, circus, puppetry and storytelling performers come to entertain Metro Vancouver children and families.
Thank You To Our Sponsors
