VANCOUVER INTERNATIONAL CHILDREN’S FESTIVAL
May 31st to June 6th, 2027
For the past 50 years, we’ve brought generations of children and families together through theatre, music, dance, circus, storytelling and play. Get ready for extraordinary shows, creative experiences and plenty of Festival magic for the whole family.
Join us to celebrate our very special 50th Festival!
THE COUNTDOWN STARTS NOW!
This year we’ll be celebrating 50 years of inspiring imagination, creativity, and wonder. Join our e‑newsletter for special updates, and exclusive news as we count down to this milestone year.
Tickets
Join us for an exciting evening of good times, fun and trivia at this special 50th Anniversary edition of our Trivia Night Fundraiser! Grab a team of 4 and let’s raise funds for our Adopt a Class Program on Saturday, Nov.21st.
schools
Our diverse programming is an opportunity for students to gain new perspectives and experiences from which they can learn. Kids can see, hear, feel, think and imagine a better tomorrow.
Whales
Dive into this award-winning, playful and immersive outdoor performance that explores what it means to care for wildlife and protect the natural world. Through teamwork, and empathy, we learn that each of us can play a part in caring for Earth’s creatures.
Artists
Our 2027 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
I love the atmosphere — the Activity Village is great and all the families pouring out of various shows with big smiles, excited to talk about their theatre experience. It’s just the best. My children and I look forward to it every year.
Youngsters attending the festival will be exposed to more culture than many adults get on a night out.
I love how this festival supports new faces and art, and makes space for them on the festival stages, to share their traditions, cultural practises and creative expression.
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2026 Vancouver Christmas Tree Lighting
Back for its 20th year, the Vancouver Christmas Tree Lighting takes place on Friday, November 27 at the Vancouver Art Gallery. Standing at 76 feet tall, the magnificent Vancouver Christmas tree is BC’s tallest Christmas tree.
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VICFS Seeking New Board Members
The VICFS is in its 50th year and is looking for new Board members. There are currently a number of exciting opportunities.
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Trivia Night
It’s back! Join us for an exciting evening of good times, fun and trivia! Grab a team of 4 together and join us for our Trivia Night Fundraising Event on Saturday, Nov. 21, to raise funds for our Adopt a Class Program.
Thank You To Our Sponsors
