Festivals and Events in Vancouver: 2026–2027 Calendar
The festivals, parades, fairs and big annual events of Vancouver, month by month. Where the organisers have announced the next dates they are shown with the source; otherwise the usual month is given.
November
Vancouver Christmas Market
Vancouver's original German Christmas Market returns to Jack Poole Plaza, featuring a European Village.
December
Illuminaries Lantern Festival
Water Lantern Festival is coming to light the water in Greater Vancouver – Coquitlam.
April
Vancouver Sun Run
The event is Canada's largest 10K race, taking place in downtown Vancouver.
Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival
A city-wide celebration of spring and the blooming of thousands of cherry trees.
May
Vancouver Marathon
The 2027 BMO Vancouver Marathon is set to run on the first Sunday of May, which is Sunday, May 2, 2027.
Vancouver Craft Beer Week Festival
A celebration of craft beer featuring local and international breweries.
June
Vancouver Dragon Boat Festival
The Concord Pacific Dragon Boat Festival, the continent's flagship dragon boat festival, is returning to Vancouver for a full event after being canceled in 2026.
Vancouver International Jazz Festival
The 7th edition of the Vancouver Jazz Festival will take place from June 24th, 2027, as listed on the Jazz Festivals Canada website.
Car Free Day Festivals
Community street festivals celebrating neighbourhoods with music, food, and art.
Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival
An annual summer festival presenting Shakespearean plays in tents with mountain views.
July
Vancouver Folk Music Festival
The 50th Annual Vancouver Folk Music Festival will be held at Jericho Beach Park.
Celebration of Light
The world's longest-running offshore fireworks competition.
August
Vancouver Pride Parade and Festival
The Vancouver Pride Parade in 2027 runs on Sunday, August 1. It is one of Western Canada's leading LGBTQ+ events.
Pacific National Exhibition (PNE) Fair
A large annual summer fair with rides, concerts, agricultural displays, and food.
Vancouver Mural Festival
A public art festival creating new murals across the city with street parties.
September
Vancouver International Film Festival (VIFF)
A major public film festival showcasing Canadian and international cinema.
Places in Vancouver
Events in other cities
Dates are only shown when the organiser or a news report has published them, with the source linked. Events change: confirm with the organiser before you travel.