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!
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.
The Merry Marching Band
A zany brass band is ready to whisk you away on a hilarious musical adventure! Under the guidance of a bossy yet bird-brained bandleader, this merry crew sets off to explore the world (and beyond!)—from Canada to Brazil to Ukraine and back, with a detour to Planet Mars!
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
The Vancouver International Children’s Festival is all about the kids, but we know that adults love it just as much as younger humans do.
Extraordinary. Spectacular. Wonderful. Beautiful. And best of all the children LOVED it. Thank you.
The Festival is filled with professional artistic experiences that inspire creativity for kids (and let’s face it, it’s just plain fun!)
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Thank You To Our Sponsors
