Festivals in Vancouver 2025

Cultural, arts & educational festivals in Vancouver

The best things to do in the world include attending top-notch festivals in Vancouver. Be it a rocking music festival or scrumptious food festival in Vancouver, you will have a gala time of your life with a few of your close friends or your family. With the best of fun, entertainment, and food, the experience in festivals lets the enthusiasts immerse in the local culture and vibe. Ranging from the biggest outdoor beach parties to crazy music festivals, the festivals fall under various categories to suit everybody’s tastes. If you are looking for the best events and festivals in Vancouver listed on one platform - we have you covered. Immerse yourself in the mega dance festivals, electrifying music festivals, theatre & film festivals, quirky local festivals and more with us!
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Date Event Venue
08 Aug 2025 The Rave Run Vancouver Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal, Vancouver
27 Jul 2025 The Morning Beach Rave Vancouver Spanish Banks Beach Park, Vancouver
11 Jul 2025 CARNAVAL DEL SOL July 11 12 & 13 Jonathan Rogers Park, Vancouver
12 Jul 2025 Brock House Summer Fair 2025 Brock House Society, Vancouver
02 Aug 2025 The Splash Dance Vancouver Harbour Green Water Park, Vancouver
09 Aug 2025 Pleasant Day Festival Mount Pleasant, Vancouver
12 Jul 2025 Carnaval del Sol 2025 The Latin Festival in Vancouver Jonathan Rogers Park, V5Y 1L7, Vancouver
13 Sep 2025 John Mulaney Mike Birbiglia Nick Kroll and Fred Armisen - Vancouver Stanley Park Vancouver, Canada
02 Aug 2025 49th Annual Powell Street Festival Oppenheimer Park, Vancouver
16 Aug 2025 Light Up Chinatown 2025 500-block Columbia Street, Vancouver

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Best Festivals in Vancouver

Nestled amidst breathtaking scenery, Vancouver hosts a diverse array of festivals that mirror its varied landscape. From lively summer events featuring international fireworks to intimate winter gatherings highlighting local music and food, Vancouver's festivals animate the city year-round. Experience the creative pulse of film and performing arts festivals, or savor the city's culinary scene at food and drink-themed gatherings. Vancouver's festival calendar promises something exciting for everyone, blending cultural richness with natural beauty. Here are the top picks of Vancouver.


1. PNE Playland Fair

Held every summer, the Fair at the PNE is the largest and most attended annual festival in British Columbia. Since 1910, the PNE Playland Fair has entertained everyone with shows, exhibits, rides, concerts, and cultural activities. The PNE has hosted many famous events, including live shows by the Beatles and the historic Miracle Mile. The festival is non-profit that creates most fun experiences and invests in the community.


2. Vancouver International Wine Festival

In 1979 the first festival featured vintner Robert Mondavi and drew about 1,000 attendees to a two-day. The festival was at Hycroft, a mansion in Vancouver’s Shaughnessy neighborhood. The Vancouver International Wine Festival began as a fundraising event by John E. Levine (a board member of the Vancouver Playhouse Theatre Company). This festival itself is an opportunity to enjoy a wide variety of wines, delicious food pairings, and a lively, educational atmosphere (apart from having fun). It's a must-visit for wine lovers and industry professionals alike.


3. TD Vancouver International Jazz Festival

In 2024, the festival showcased a series of concerts and events over the last few weeks in June. There were a couple hundred concerts at various venues across the city for 10 days. The TD Vancouver International Jazz Festival is one of Canada's largest music festivals hosted by Coastal Jazz . It draws hundreds of inspiring artists and up to half a million jazz lovers. It’s one of the best festivals that brings musicians and jazz fans from worldwide to Vancouver. It's also a great opportunity for local businesses to showcase their products and services (+bonus). Also, the festival generates millions in tourism spending. This makes it a major economic boost for Vancouver.


4. Vancouver Folk Music Festival

This Vancouver festival was founded in 1978. It is a three-day festival (mostly) making Vancouver vibe on various music genres. The Vancouver Folk Music Festival (VFMF) is held at Jericho Beach Park in Vancouver every year. The festival has a lineup of talented artists from around the globe every year. In 2024 over 40 performances by different artists will take the hot stage. And that too from more than 13 countries (how amazing is that!). Also, this festival is family-friendly because it has a special kids' area full of fun activities. This makes the festival a super fun choice for families to have a fun night together.

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