Festivibe 2026 - North Vancouver's multicultural family festival.
Live cultural performances. Live music. Food from across Metro Vancouver. A full day where your heritage gets the stage it deserves
Festivibe is North Vancouver's multicultural family festival — free, open to everyone, and built around a single idea: every culture deserves a stage.
For the past two years, thousands of families have made the trip to The Shipyards for one of the most culturally rich days on the Metro Vancouver calendar. They come for the performances. They stay for everything else. In 2026, we are going bigger than ever.
This is not a generic community event. Every performer, vendor, and activation at Festivibe was chosen with this specific community at heart. We want you to have a full day dedicated to celebrating YOU & your beautiful culture.
🎁 Register early for your chance to win exciting giveaways from our participating sponsors and local businesses! New prizes will be announced leading up to the festival, so be sure to reserve your free ticket and follow along.
- BonVoyage Travel Credit
- North Shore Experience Prize Package
- DoubleTree by Hilton-North Vancouver 1 night Stay
WHAT TO EXPECT
The main stage runs all day. Cultural performances span continents — dance, music, and movement rooted in living traditions brought by communities that have made the North Shore and Metro Vancouver home. You will see many cultures, all coming together for the day & sharing the same stage. That is the point.
Between sets, enjoy a full artisan market inside the Pipe Shop Venue and food experience outdoors! Cuisines from across the region alongside Artisan vendors.
At Shipyards Commons, the Kids Village runs its own programming with activities like face painting, music and art workshops, and dedicated space for families with younger children.
Admission to the festival is free, with Kids Village admission supporting Kids Life Foundation.
Good to know
Highlights
- 10 hours
- all ages
- In person
- Doors at 11:50 AM
Refund Policy
Location
The Shipyards
125 Victory Ship Way
North Vancouver, BC V7L 0B3
How do you want to get there?
Agenda
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Indigenous Culture & Traditional Storytelling
The Squamish Ocean Canoe Family shares the traditions, songs, stories, and cultural practices of the Squamish Nation through meaningful presentations that honour Coast Salish heritage. Their participation offers visitors an opportunity to experience Indigenous culture while recognizing the traditional territory on which Festivibe takes place.
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Authentic Spanish Flamenco
Experience the passion and artistry of traditional Spanish flamenco through powerful footwork, expressive movement, and vibrant music. Led by award-winning dancer Jhoely Triana, this captivating performance celebrates one of Spain's most iconic cultural traditions.
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Traditional Chinese Music & Cultural Performance
The B.C. Chinese Music Association preserves and promotes Chinese musical traditions through authentic performances featuring traditional instruments and cultural repertoire. Their musicians have been sharing Chinese heritage with communities across British Columbia for many years.