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 from November 16 to December 24, 2026.
December
Illuminaries Lantern Festival
A festive holiday light display throughout the botanical gardens.
April
Vancouver Sun Run
Canada's largest 10K race in downtown Vancouver, with the next edition on Sunday, April 18, 2027.
Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival
A city-wide celebration of spring and the blooming of thousands of cherry trees.
May
Vancouver Marathon
The BMO Vancouver Marathon runs annually on the first Sunday of May. The next marathon is on 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.
Vancouver International Jazz Festival
A major festival presenting a wide range of jazz and improvised music.
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 is scheduled for July 16-18, 2027, which is the next edition starting on or after 2026-10-22.
Celebration of Light
The world's longest-running offshore fireworks competition.
August
Vancouver Pride Parade and Festival
A large celebration of LGBTQ2+ communities with a parade and street festival.
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.