BC Dumpling Festival 2024

BC Dumpling Festival 2024 in Coquitlam

Event Date and Time:

• Date: August 10, 2024
• Time: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Location:

• Venue: Town Centre Park
• Address: 1299 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam, BC

Overview: Join us for the 3rd Annual BC Dumpling Festival, a multicultural celebration bringing together diverse communities to share food, entertainment, and laughter. This family-friendly event showcases dumplings from different cultures and features live performances, local art, and much more. Organized by the Asian Arts and Culture Society, this festival promotes multiculturalism and diversity through arts and cultural events.

Emcees:

• Vicky Wu: Former Miss Chinese Vancouver, passionate about celebrating multiculturalism.
• Lynn Liong: Malaysian-Chinese actress and barista, with a love for mandu and xiao long bao.
• Charllagne Ocampo: Wedding Coordinator and Emcee, known for her creativity and energy.

Performance Stage Schedule:

• 11:00 AM: Himig Kabataan
• 11:10 AM: Welcome Speeches
• 11:30 AM: Dumpling Eating Contest
• 12:15 PM: PhilCAS Of BC
• 12:30 PM: 88 Beats Dance Studio
• 12:50 PM: Himig Kabataan
• 1:10 PM: Mamakeish No.1 KPOP Academy
• 1:30 PM: Indo-Pacific Foundation
• 2:20 PM: Port Moody Youth Symphony Orchestra
• 2:40 PM: Argel M De Ramos
• 3:00 PM: Indo-Pacific Foundation
• 3:20 PM: Srikandi Indonesia
• 3:40 PM: Alicia and Alexis
• 4:10 PM: Qianyun Guzheng Music School
• 4:30 PM: The Wookiez
• 5:00 PM: CCIM Entertainment Group
• 5:20 PM: Cecilia
• 5:30 PM: Natalie
• 5:40 PM: MUSA Canada
• 6:00 PM: A3 Dance Studio
• 6:45 PM: COCO Project Band
• 7:45 PM: Final Remarks and Closing

Event Highlights:

• Thrilling Dumpling Eating Contest: Watch contestants compete to eat the most dumplings.
• Live Music and Performances: Enjoy a diverse lineup of performers from different cultures.
• Art and Craft Exhibits: Explore local artwork and crafts by talented artists.
• Food Vendors: Sample a variety of dumplings and other delicious foods from around the world.
• Family Activities: Participate in fun activities for all ages, including interactive workshops and games.

Festival Information:

• Admission: Free and open to everyone. Donations are welcome to support future events.
• Pets: Allowed on a leash. Please be mindful of children.
• Parking: Limited at Town Centre Park. Use transit or bike if possible. Handicap parking available on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Water Refilling Station: Sponsored by RBC. Bring your water bottles to fill up.

Getting Here:

• Skytrain Station: Lafarge Lake-Douglas (a short walk to the park).
• Road Closures: Trevor Wingrove Way will be closed for the festival. Plan accordingly.

MC Information:

• MC Vicky Wu: Celebrating multiculturalism with her commitment to cultural representation.
• MC Lynn Liong: Balances her acting career with her passion for coffee and ice cream.
• MC Charllagne Ocampo: Known for her creativity and energy in event management.

Participation Opportunities:

• Food Trucks and Vendors: We welcome food trucks, non-food vendors, stage performers, local artists, volunteers, and sponsors.
• Contact: Reach out via the contact form on our website to get involved.

For more details, visit BC Dumpling Festival.

Join us for a day filled with delicious dumplings, vibrant performances, and cultural celebrations at the BC Dumpling Festival!