BC Events

Celebrate BC Rivers Day and World Rivers Day @theFRDC! RiverFest takes place on September 19th, 26th, and 27th with family-friendly activities, exhibitors along the quay, live performances, and more! Sept 19th is a day of walks and workshops that connect you to the river’s stories. Sign up for an Indigenous plant walk, a guided quayside...

In 2026, Flamenco Rosario presents the 36th edition of the Vancouver Flamenco Festival, taking place from September 19 to 27. This year’s festival features a vibrant lineup of local, national, and international artists through live performances, workshops, masterclasses, and community events. The 2026 festival highlights local talent and celebrates the growth of flamenco in Vancouver...

International South Asian Film Festival Unveils Full Program for 16th Edition This year’s festival centers around the theme of ‘Dreamscapes,’ championing stories of resilience and imagined futures. [SURREY, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA] — [September 10, 2026] — The International South Asian Film Festival (iSAFF) has announced the complete lineup for its 16th edition, running September 23...

Burnaby Halloween Festival returns this October with 17+ events happening across the city, bringing together family-friendly fun, cultural celebrations, live entertainment, comedy, haunted experiences and more. Highlights include MetroCon at SFU, with three days of horror, cosplay, gaming and pop culture; Haunted Village at Burnaby Village Museum; the Monster Dash 5K and Mini Monster Dash;...

Vancouver International Film Festival (VIFF) presents its 45th edition from October 1–11, 2026. One of North America’s largest and most dynamic film festivals, VIFF’s 2026 program features roughly 160 features, 90 short films, and two episodic series representing 76 nations — including 12 world premieres, 6 international premieres, 15 North American premieres, and 49 Canadian...

Mark your calendars! Japan Market Fall Festival returns to Robson Square Ice Rink on Oct.3-4. Shop from over 70 vendors offering food, crafts, and merchandise influenced by Japanese culture. There’s always something new to discover. Come and see what’s new and visit your favorite returning vendors as well. Enjoy Japanese cultural performances such martial arts...

DO GOOD. FEEL GOOD. Step Up for LGH – Lions Gate Hospital’s biggest fundraiser of the year is back! Presented by Craftsman Collision, Step Up for LGH includes a 5km walkathon and a host of activities for all the family. As well as the walk along the Seawall, the event includes free treats and music,...

Get ready for a weekend full of music, movement, and colour! The Yupi! Latin American Arts Family Festival is taking over Presentation House this October with three joyful days of incredible performances, hands-on workshops, and creative activities for the whole family. From vibrant mainstage shows to interactive experiences, Yupi! invites kids and grown-ups alike to...

STARLIGHT & STORIES – FRIDAY, OCT 16, 2026 Some evenings stay with you long after they’re over. The Cayford Gala is one of those nights. Since our first gala in 2017, it’s been an evening shared with 300 people where laughter fills the room, friendships are strengthened, inspiring stories remind us what truly matters, and...

The 39th annual Vancouver Writers Fest takes place from October 18–25, 2026 on Granville Island and beyond! This year’s Festival features over 150 local and international authors, in 90+ events that will inspire you to READ, RESIST, and REPAIR. We read to learn about new ways of being in this world, and ways to repair...