Carnaval del Sol 2026 Program

Carnaval del Sol 2026 features multiple stages and themed plazas with live concerts, cultural performances, family entertainment, wellness activities, Indigenous programming, workshops, artisan demonstrations, DJs, and interactive experiences throughout the festival.

Plaza del Sol (Main Stage)

Friday, July 10

Saturday, July 11

Sunday, July 12

Festival Plazas

Train Wreck Brewing Company Beer Plaza

Enjoy live DJs, Latin music, rock performances, saxophone shows, Despecho Cantina, dance parties, and entertainment throughout Saturday and Sunday.

Highlights include:

• DJ Two Monkey
• Sasha (Sax)
• Doble Hemisferio
• DJ Oreza
• DJ Gera
• DJ Alexander GMZ
• Max Guerra
• Isabel Ramos
• Darly Maje
• Lorena
• Vibraz
• DJ Jay Ville
• DJ Mint
• DJ LU
• DJ Azukha

FDU Vancouver Family Plaza

Perfect for families featuring:

• Mariachi Tabasko
• La Klave Kids
• Orkesta Tabasko
• The Jaivas
• Mariachi Los Dorados
• Grupo RM
• Ruta Norte
• Nahualli Folklore
• Bolivian Roots
• Pasión Venezuela
• Ritmo & Sabor
• Alma Raíz
• Cueca Brava
• Fabricio Zúñiga

Chiquitzin Kids Plaza

A dedicated children's zone featuring:

• Story Time
• Puppet Shows
• Magic Show
• Cheerleader demonstrations
• Face Painting
• LEGO Robotics
• LEGO Art
• Football Fiesta Piñata Workshop
• Paint Your World Cup Rock
• Make Your Own Puppet
• Mystical Mayan Codex
• Learn to Be a Cheerleader

SHE Latina Plaza

Celebrating women, wellness, and empowerment with:

• Fire & Soul Yoga
• Latin Dance
• Wild Witch Dance
• Elixir: Water of Power Charged by Sound

Seniors Plaza

Interactive wellness and cultural workshops including:

• Zumba
• Guided Breathing
• Active Meditation
• Smartphone Photography
• Cultural Lotería
• Aroma Journey
• Community Cookbook
• Weaving Peace

Amazonia Plaza

Celebrate Brazilian culture with:

• Brazilian Funk Classes
• Brazilian Axé Classes
• Brazilian Fit Dance
• Cabral's Fault Live Band
• Bras Band
• Brazilian DJs throughout the evening

Native Plaza

Experience Indigenous Latin American traditions through:

• Aztec Dance Ceremonies
• Cacao Ceremony
• Mayan Mask Workshops
• Mystical Mayan Codex
• Sacred Smudging
• Ancestral Healing
• Candle Making
• Traditional Ball Game (Juego de Pelota)

Legacy VIP Plaza

VIP guests can enjoy:

• Professional Mixology Demonstrations
• Caipirinha Workshop
• Pisco Sour Workshop
• Margarita Workshop
• Carnaval Face Painting

Artisan Plaza

Discover emerging Latin musicians, singer-songwriters, dance showcases, and creative workshops featuring:

• Alan
• Cantera
• Rising River
• Andy Davco
• Paula Pazos
• Yo Soy Gera
• Jeanloww
• ANI Posada
• TEO T
• IVAN N.E
• VIIV
• Zyania Dance
• Efecto Dance

Creative activations include:

• The Art of Birds: Embroidery & Painting
• Upcycling & Repurposing with Mixed Media

Festival Tip

With 10+ themed plazas, hundreds of performers, live concerts, cultural workshops, children's activities, artisan markets, food vendors, wellness sessions, Indigenous experiences, and DJs throughout the weekend, visitors are encouraged to arrive early and spend the entire day exploring Carnaval del Sol 2026.