Description
- When: Saturday, September 19, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- Where: The Shipyards, North Vancouver, BC
- Cost: Free general admission; Kids Village admission supports Kids Life Foundation
- Hosted by: Vibehouse
- Website: Festivibe 2026 Event
Festivibe is North Vancouver's multicultural family festival, built around a simple idea: every culture deserves a stage. Now in its third year, the free festival has drawn thousands of families to The Shipyards for one of Metro Vancouver's most culturally rich days, and 2026 is going bigger than ever, with the main stage running all day alongside a full artisan market, international food vendors, and a dedicated Kids Village.
The Experience
The main stage runs from opening until the final performance, featuring cultural performances spanning continents — dance, music, and movement rooted in living traditions from communities across the North Shore and Metro Vancouver. Between sets, the historic Pipe Shop Venue hosts a curated artisan and wellness market (12:00 PM–7:00 PM), while families can explore the Kids Village at Shipyards Commons (also 12:00 PM–7:00 PM), an interactive space for children to explore creativity, culture, music, and movement while parents enjoy the main festival nearby.
Register for Giveaways
Registering early enters guests for a chance to win prizes from participating sponsors, including a BonVoyage Travel Credit, a North Shore Experience Prize Package, and a one-night stay at DoubleTree by Hilton North Vancouver. New prizes are announced weekly leading up to the event.
Food Experiences
A curated lineup of food vendors spans cultures and cuisines: Salmon n' Bannock (award-winning Indigenous West Coast cuisine), Che Bono (Italian porchetta sandwiches), Mitradicion Mexican Cuisine, Tatchan Noodle (Japanese noodles), MATCHACHA Japanese Desserts, The Cookie Studio by Afghan Bites, The Good Chocolatier, Gary's Kettle Corn, and Le Parfait (Lebanese ice cream, crepes, and more).
Artisan Market (12:00 PM–7:00 PM)
Inside the historic Pipe Shop, browse local artisans and specialty makers including IndiArts Collective, Blue Sky Native Artisan, Studio Dawn Co., Clani Clay, Awayu, With Love & Beads by Tammy-Lee, Wild West Collections, Toto Accessories, and WC Succulents & Cactus, alongside Koja Café and a rotating mix of cultural experiences.
Pipe Shop Cultural Demonstrations
- 1:00–1:10 PM — Chocolate Tempering Demonstration, The Good Chocolatier
- 2:00–2:10 PM — Bannock Mix Demonstration, Salmon n' Bannock
- 3:00–3:30 PM — Live Ikebana Demonstration, Vancouver Ikebana Association
- 4:00–4:15 PM — Guided Meditation, Sahaja Yoga Vancouver
- 4:45–4:50 PM — Palestinian Tatreez & Contemporary Design, Turath
- 5:15–5:25 PM — Kimia Society / Iranian Laughter Club
Kids Village (12:00 PM–7:00 PM)
A fundraiser for Kids Life Foundation, the Kids Village offers hands-on experiences from Innoplay, Ava Music (K-pop, karaoke, instruments), Pelican Art House, Fraser Valley Chess Academy, Cadenza (music and confidence-building), Tiger's Eye Academy (martial arts), Pedalheads, and the ICBC Bike Rodeo, plus storytime, pottery, live art, toddler play, and sports throughout the day.
Kids Village Schedule
- 12:10–12:25 PM — Kids Zumba, Dance Groove & Jazz, Kahlena Movement
- 1:00–2:00 PM — Calligraphy & Fan Painting Workshop (Session 1), Vivi Lettering — limited to 6 children, on-site sign-up
- 1:50–2:05 PM — Musical Theatre Kids Performance, Ava Music & Art Centre
- 2:50–3:00 PM — Karate Kata Demonstration, Tiger's Eye Karatedo
- 3:30–3:45 PM — Cadenza Musical Theatre (Intermediate & Advanced), Cadenza Music & Art Academy
- 4:00–5:00 PM — Calligraphy & Fan Painting Workshop (Session 2), Vivi Lettering — limited to 6 children
- 4:45–5:00 PM — Musical Theatre Teens Performance, Ava Music & Art Centre
- 5:30–5:50 PM — Interactive Capoeira Workshop, Axé Capoeira Vancouver
- 6:00–6:10 PM — Musical Theatre Workshop Participant Performance, Cadenza Music & Art Academy
- 6:00–7:00 PM — Calligraphy & Fan Painting Workshop (Session 3), Vivi Lettering — limited to 6 children
Face painting and balloon twisting run all day from 12–7 PM.
About the Venue
The Shipyards in North Vancouver is one of Metro Vancouver's most distinctive event sites — waterfront, heritage, and steps from Lonsdale Quay and the SeaBus terminal. Festivibe is produced by VibeHouse and supported by Kids Life Foundation, which has served North Shore children and families since 2022.
Community Partners & Sponsors
Festivibe is supported by the Port of Vancouver, Remitly, Innoplay, DoubleTree by Hilton North Vancouver, Co-operators/Peiman Javdan Investments & Insurance Services, ICBC, North Shore Safety Council, RCMP (North Vancouver), and Vancouver's North Shore Tourism Association.
Plan Your Visit
- Event: Festivibe
- Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
- Time: 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- Location: The Shipyards, North Vancouver, BC
- Admission: Free; Kids Village supports Kids Life Foundation
- Website: Festivibe 2026 Event
With an all-day main stage, an indoor artisan market inside the historic Pipe Shop, and a Kids Village raising funds for local families, Festivibe turns The Shipyards into North Vancouver's biggest free celebration of culture and community for one full day.