While the Vancouver International Children’s Festival has wrapped up for another year, there’s still plenty of family fun waiting to be discovered this summer!
Here’s a roundup of a few of our favourite events, activities, and experiences happening around the city, perfect for curious kids, creative families, and anyone looking to make the most of the sunny days ahead:
PINOY FESTIVAL 2026
Celebrate Filipino culture, community, and connection at Pinoy Festival 2026!
Taking over Swangard Stadium for two days, this vibrant festival features cultural performances, live music, a colourful parade, authentic Filipino food, art exhibits, fashion showcases, a bustling Pinoy marketplace, family activities, and more.
Pinoy Festival 2026
June 20–21, 2026
9:00 AM–10:00 PM
Swangard Stadium, Burnaby
National Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration
Celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day at Grandview Park!
Celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day at Grandview Park! Hosted by Laura Lewis, the event features performances by The Electric Warrior Band, Dem Rosé Boys, Sage Smoke, and Deadly Kid & Vibe King, alongside cultural performances, live art demonstrations, and an Indigenous marketplace showcasing local artists, makers, and vendors.
Presented by Vancouver Aboriginal Community Policing Centre (VACPC), Britannia Community Services Centre, Vancouver Aboriginal Child & Family Services Society (VACFSS), Frog Hollow Neighbourhood House, Sage Nation Society, Slaxin Lelum, and REACH Community Health Centre. Everyone is welcome!
National Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration
Sunday, June 21, 2026
12:00 pm–4:00 pm
Grandview Park
1657 Charles Street, Vancouver
east side pride
Celebrate community, creativity, and queer joy at East Side Pride, a two-day festival featuring live music, drag performances, local artists, food vendors, family-friendly activities, and opportunities to connect with Vancouver’s diverse 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.
Highlights include the free, all-ages East Side Pride Community Festival in Grandview Park and the family-friendly BACON & L’EGGS Drag Brunch, making this a welcoming weekend of community, culture, and celebration for all ages.
East Side Pride
June 27–28, 2026
Grandview Park and Howe Sound Taphouse (Waldorf Hotel), Vancouver
FÊTE DE LA MUSIQUE | MAKE MUSIC DAY
La Fête de la Musique Vancouver returns with a powerful lineup of free concerts featuring Kaya Ko, Phantom Jungle, DJ Staniml, and more!
We’re especially excited to see two Vancouver International Children’s Festival favourites on the lineup: Robin Layne from Will’s Jams: My Best Friends and the always energetic Missy D. If you loved them at the Festival, you won’t want to miss this!
Presented by Alliance Française Vancouver, bring your friends and family, enjoy the outdoor vibe, and connect through the power of music.
La Fête de la Musique Vancouver
Sunday, June 21, 2026
2:00 PM‑9:00 PM
Alliance Française
6161 Cambie Street, Vancouver
THEATRE UNDER THE STARS
Summer nights are made for live theatre!
Join Theatre Under the Stars this season for two beloved musicals: Sister Act, the feel-good comedy about a disco diva hiding out in a convent, and Disney’s The Little Mermaid, the magical underwater adventure inspired by the classic film. A cherished Vancouver tradition since 1940, experience the magic of live theatre at Malkin Bowl in Stanley Park. TUTS makes the perfect night out for all ages.
For tickets and information, call 1–800-514‑3849, visit tuts.ca or click the button below. Presented by Remax.
Theatre Under the Stars presents Sister Act and Disney’s The Little Mermaid
July 3‑August 22, 2026
Malkin Bowl, Stanley Park
610 Pipeline Road, Vancouver
O Canada Day! on Granville Island
Celebrate Canada Day on Granville Island with a full day of family-friendly fun, live music, and waterfront festivities! Catch the beloved False Creek Ferries Water Ballet, enjoy free face painting, explore Kids Market activities, cool off at the Waterpark, and join the Canada Day Ceremony featuring live music, a giant cake cutting, and community celebrations. View the full schedule of events.
Oh Canada! Granville Island’s Canada Day Celebration
July 1, 2026
8:00 AM–Evening
Granville Island, Vancouver
Vancouver Folk Music Festival
Don’t miss the Vancouver Folk Music Festival (VFMF): a unique community-based celebration of the finest traditional and contemporary folk and roots music from around the world.
Now in its 49th year, the Festival is held at beautiful Jericho Beach Park from July 17–19. Kids under 12 get in free and can enjoy our Little Folks programming, international, national, and local acts, family-friendly activities, delicious food and incredible vibes. There’s truly something for everyone.
Get your tickets now and enjoy the magical ambience of Vancouver’s favourite Festival.
VFMF 49th Festival
JULY 17–19, 2026
ʔəy̓alməxʷ / Iy̓ál̓mexw / Jericho Beach Park
Korean Cultural Heritage Festival
Experience Korean culture at the Korean Cultural Heritage Festival, one of Metro Vancouver’s longest-running cultural celebrations. Enjoy a full day of live performances, traditional dance and music, Taekwondo demonstrations, authentic Korean food, cultural exhibits, family-friendly activities, and more.
Now in its 24th year, this free community festival welcomes visitors of all backgrounds to celebrate Korean culture through food, art, music, and hands-on experiences.
Korean Cultural Heritage Festival
July 18, 2026
10:30 AM–7:00 PM
Swangard Stadium, Burnaby
Chiquitzin Kids Fiesta
Produced by Latincouver, the Chiquitzin Kids Fiesta is coming to Richmond on Saturday, July 25, at the Thompson Community Centre!
Enjoy interactive shows, creative workshops, live performances, music, cultural activities, and hands-on experiences designed to inspire curiosity, creativity, and connection. It’s the perfect summer outing for children and families of all ages.
Chiquitzin Kids Fiesta
July 25, 2026
12:00 PM–7:00 PM
Thompson Community Centre, Richmond
POWELL STREET FESTIVAL
Celebrate Japanese Canadian art and culture this August 1–2 at the 50th Annual Powell Street Festival. Experience a powerful blend of community voices, professional artistry, and intergenerational storytelling. You’ll also find panel discussions, martial arts demos, taiko drumming, a sumo tournament, children’s activities, delicious Japanese food, and unique craft vendors.
Powell Street Festival
August 1–2, 2026
11:30 AM‑7:00 PM
Oppenheimer Park & Paueru Gai
BC Dumpling festival
Celebrate culture, community, and great food at the 5th Annual BC Dumpling Festival!
This family-friendly event brings together people from diverse backgrounds to enjoy delicious dumplings from around the world, live entertainment, cultural performances, community exhibits, and activities for all ages. Come hungry and discover the flavours, traditions, and stories that make our communities so vibrant.
BC Dumpling Festival
August 15, 2026
Town Centre Park, Coquitlam