Team Canada FanFest Vancouver 2026 — Free Olympic Watch Party & Winter Sport Fun

Cheer on Team Canada during the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Games at Team Canada FanFest Vancouver, a free, family-friendly celebration at Jack Poole Plaza. This outdoor fan zone brings Olympic excitement to the waterfront with live competition broadcasts, athlete appearances, and hands-on winter sport activities for all ages.

📅 Dates: Sunday, February 15 & Monday, February 16, 2026
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (both days)
📍 Location: 1055 Canada Place, Vancouver
🎟 Admission: Free, no tickets required

What to Expect at FanFest

Team Canada FanFest transforms Jack Poole Plaza into a lively Olympic hub where fans can watch events live, meet athletes, and try winter sports in a fun, welcoming environment.

Highlights include:

• Large-screen live broadcasts of Olympic competitions
• Team Canada athlete appearances and meet-and-greets
• Interactive sport demonstrations from Curling Canada and Hockey Canada
• Family-friendly games, activities, and partner activations
• A vibrant outdoor atmosphere in one of Vancouver’s most iconic waterfront locations
• A participation waiver is required for sport activity zones.

Day 1 Schedule — Sunday, February 15

Key viewing moments include:

• 9:00 AM Men’s Hockey: Canada vs. France
• 10:10 AM Women’s Ski Jumping
• 11:50 AM Men’s Curling: Canada vs. China
• 1:05 PM Figure Skating – Pairs Short Program

Athlete appearances take place throughout the day at 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 3:00 PM in the CBC & Radio-Canada area.

Day 2 Schedule — Monday, February 16

Featured events include:

• 9:00 AM Women’s Ice Hockey Semifinal
• 10:00 AM Bobsleigh – Women’s Monobob
• 10:30 AM Freestyle Ski – Women’s Big Air Final
• 11:50 AM Women’s Curling: Canada vs. Japan
• 1:05 PM Figure Skating – Pairs Free Skate

Team Canada athlete appearances again take place at 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 3:00 PM.

Athlete Appearances

Fans can meet past and present Canadian athletes from sports such as rugby, snowboarding, field hockey, figure skating, athletics, and wrestling. Appearances are scheduled throughout both days and offer a chance for photos and interaction.

Why You Should Go

• Free Olympic viewing experience in downtown Vancouver
• Family-friendly winter sport activities
• Meet Team Canada athletes in person
• A festive atmosphere celebrating Canadian sport and community

Whether you're a lifelong Olympic fan or just looking for a fun winter outing, Team Canada FanFest Vancouver offers an exciting way to be part of the Games spirit right at home.