If you enjoy music, dancing, markets, and delicious street food you won’t want to miss this lineup of free summer festivals around Vancouver. We’ve picked out five (although our list could be much longer) that each offer something different:
Canada Together at Canada Place
- When: July 1, 2026
- Where: Canada Place
- Admission: Free
- Details: 2026 will mark marked the 40th anniversary of the annual event at Canada Place, which has historically been the largest Canada Day celebration outside of Ottawa. It is also the fifth year since the event debuted as Canada Together. Canada Together is planned collaboratively with representatives from the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations. From programming to the name and theme itself, the details of the day are carefully considered to create a welcoming experience for all people who live in this country.
Khatsahlano Street Party
- When: July 11, 2026
- Where: West 4th Avenue in Kitsilano, Vancouver
- Admission: Free
- Details: Transforming West 4th Avenue into a fantastical playground of music, art, food, shopping, and community magic.
Surrey Fusion Festival
- When: July 19-20, 2026
- Where: Holland Park (13428 Old Yale Rd, Surrey)
- Admission: Free
- Details: This award-wininng festival is the ultimate celebration of food, music and culture with hundreds of community booths and cultural food kiosks.
Caribbean Days Festival
- When: July 25-26, 2026
- Where: Town Centre Park (1299 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam)
- Admission: Free.
- Details: Each year, the festival kicks off with the sights and sounds of Carnival during a Parade In The Park and hosts two days of music, dancing, and amazing food.
Burnaby Blues + Roots Festival
- When: August 8, 2026
- Where: Deer Lake Park Festival Lawn (6450 Deer Lake Ave, Burnaby)
- Admission: Free
- Details: Offering world-class concerts, an inclusive, family-friendly environment with some of the region’s most popular food trucks, a beer garden and more.