In a cosmopolitan city like Vancouver, there's plenty of reasons to celebrate.
Though the city has shaped its own cultural neighbourhoods over time such as Little Italy and Chinatown, its ethnic makeup comes from all over the world. Sharing a city means sharing cultures and with summer luring residents outside, we've rounded up all the cultural festivals happening in Vancouver this summer.
Vancouver Francophone Summer Festival
The all-things-francophone festival will be a week of concerts and international francophone music
When: June 15-25, 2022
Where: Studio 16 - 1551 West 7th Ave
Vancouver Bach Festival
This year's Bach Festival explores the fusion of Scottish traditional music and music of 17th century Baroque masters. The audience will hear traditional melodies played at various venues, from a cathedral to a botanic garden to a Celtic pub.
When: July 26 to August 6
Where: Various venues
Vancouver Greek Film Festival
Vancouver's first Greek Film Festival is happening this summer and will bring together contemporary and classic Greek films for viewing and celebrating as part of Greek Heritage Festival.
When: June 16-19
Where: The Cinematheque - 1131 Howe St
Greek Day on Broadway
The largest one-day Greek festival is a grand finale to the Greek Heritage Festival that happens throughout June. Nearly one kilometre of West Broadway will be closed off for Greek food and drinks, vendors, and entertainment that showcases and celebrates Greek culture.
When: June 26
Where: West Broadway, from MacDonald Street to Blenheim
Italian Day on The Drive
This popular street festival includes over 120 participants, from vendors to organizations, and stretches across 14 blocks of Commercial Drive's Little Italy. There's also a chance to win close to ten thousand dollars and two trips to Italy by raffle.
When: June 12
Where: Little Italy, Commercial Drive
Carnaval del Sol
Vancouver's Latin American event is here for the summer to celebrate the culture and community with food, workshops, performances, activities and more.
When: July 8-10
Where: Jonathan Rogers Park
Taiwanese Canadian Cultural Festival
A celebration of Taiwan, this festival will bring in 16 music and dance groups from Taiwan and Canada plus other programs featuring Taiwanese cinema, art, food and a photo booth with balloon twisting.
When: July 1-3
Where: Vancouver Art Gallery (North Plaza), Vancouver Playhouse and Annex Theatre.
Chinatown Festival
The weekend is filled with music, dancing, contests, food, and activities to celebrate Chinese culture and traditions.
When: July 16-17
Where: Chinatown - 100 Keefer St
