Festivals and Events in Vancouver British Columbia

Here is a list of some local festivals and events in Vancouver, British Columbia presented in Markdown format:

  1. Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival (Mid-April - Early May) A citywide celebration of the beauty of sakura blooms at various parks and community spaces throughout Metro Vancouver. The festival includes guided walks, cultural events, food trucks, and more.

  2. Vancouver International Jazz Festival (End of June - Beginning of July) One of the largest jazz festivals in the world, featuring over 1,800 artists performing at various venues across the city.

  3. Pride Parade (First Saturday of August) A vibrant and colorful parade showcasing Vancouver’s LGBTQ2+ community and allies. The event includes a festival with live music, dancing, food vendors, and more.

  4. Hastings Sunrise Winter Solstice Celebration (December 21) A unique, participatory street party to celebrate the winter solstice with fire dancers, drumming circles, ice sculptures, and a communal bonfire.

  5. Diwali Festival of Lights (October - November) A series of cultural events celebrating the Hindu festival of Diwali, including music performances, dance shows, food vendors, and fireworks displays.

  6. Cornucopia Food & Drink Festival (November) A 10-day celebration featuring culinary demonstrations, wine tastings, food trucks, and live music events in Whistler and Vancouver.

  7. Chinese New Year Parade (February/March) A lively parade through downtown Vancouver’s Chinatown, complete with dragon dances, performances, and colourful floats celebrating the start of the Chinese lunar new year.

  8. Car Free Day (June - September) A series of events where streets in various neighborhoods are closed to traffic, allowing for pedestrian-only activities such as music performances, art installations, food trucks, and local vendors.

  9. Dine Out Vancouver Festival (January/February) A citywide celebration of Vancouver’s diverse food scene, offering fixed-price menus at participating restaurants throughout the city.

  10. Vancouver Fringe Festival (September) A 12-day theater festival featuring independent artists from around the world presenting original and daring productions in various venues across the city.