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Description
- When: Saturday, October 3 & Sunday, October 4, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Where: Robson Square Ice Rink, 800 Robson St, Vancouver, BC V6Z 3B7
- Cost: Early Bird — 1 Adult $4 / 2 Adults $7; Regular (on sale October 3) — 1 Adult $5 / 2 Adults $9; children 15 and under free
- Hosted by: Japan Market
Japan Market brings its Fall Festival to the Robson Square Ice Rink for a weekend of shopping, food, art, cultural performances, workshops, and community energy. More than 60 vendors take part across both days, with plenty to explore for anyone interested in Japanese culture and craft.
What to Expect
60+ Vendors
A wide lineup of vendors covering shopping, food, and art across the weekend.
Cultural Performances & Workshops
Live performances and hands-on workshops celebrating Japanese culture throughout the festival.
Free Samurai Photo Ops
Samurai return to the site for free photo opportunities.
Opening Morning Giveaway
The first 50 people to enter the market each morning at 10:00 AM receive a $10 Japan Market dollar voucher, with giveaways held on both days.
Tickets
- Early Bird — 2 Adults for 1 Day: $7.00 CAD
- Early Bird — 1 Adult for 1 Day: $4.00 CAD
- 1 Adult Admission for 1 Day: $5.00 CAD (on sale October 3)
- 2 Adults for 1 Day: $9.00 CAD (on sale October 3)
- Children 15 and under: Free — bring student ID
Tickets are valid for one day only, but attendees don't need to specify which day in advance. Online tickets are recommended to avoid long lines; on-site tickets are available at the reception desk by cash only.
Good to Know
- Tickets are non-refundable and non-changeable — choose the correct ticket type
- Transfers must cover the entire purchase (no partial transfers)
- Extra tickets purchased by accident can be used for a future event if you contact organizers
- If you were charged but didn't receive a confirmation email, volunteers at the entrance can find your name in the system
- Groups arriving at different times should leave both the ticket holder's and guest's names at reception
- Children over 12 don't require an adult, though it's recommended for safety
- Pets are not recommended due to heavy crowds
- Prohibited items: Weapons including knives, guns (including toy guns), swords, scissors, explosives, and fireworks
- Professional security guards are on duty throughout the event
- On event days, organizers cannot respond to messages — visit the reception desk for assistance
Plan Your Visit
- Event: Japan Market Fall Festival
- Date: October 3–4, 2026
- Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Location: Robson Square Ice Rink, 800 Robson St, Vancouver, BC
- Admission: From $4 (early bird); free for children 15 and under
- Website: japanmarket.ca
More than 60 vendors, cultural performances, and free samurai photo ops all at Robson Square — Japan Market's Fall Festival brings a weekend of Japanese food, craft, and community to downtown Vancouver at an easy-on-the-wallet ticket price.
