Coho Festival 2025 – Ambleside Park, West Vancouver

Event Overview

Date: Sunday, September 7, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: Ambleside Park, West Vancouver, BC
Admission: Free

Celebrate Salmon, Sustainability & Community

The Coho Festival 2025 returns to Ambleside Park in West Vancouver on Sunday, September 7. This iconic event has been a community tradition since 1979, celebrating the return of salmon and raising funds to support salmon habitat restoration across the North Shore.

With live music, family-friendly activities, environmental exhibits, and the famous Coho Salmon Barbecue, the festival combines education, culture, and celebration into one unforgettable day by the water.

Festival Highlights

🍽 The Famous Coho Salmon Barbecue

The cornerstone of the Coho Festival since its beginning, the Coho Salmon Barbecue features wild, local, and sustainably harvested salmon served with BC corn on the cob and locally grown salad. All plates and utensils are recyclable or compostable, supporting the festival’s Zero Waste Event commitment.

🍻 The Coho Garden

Enjoy a variety of local craft beers, ciders, and premium wines in the Coho Garden. Pair your salmon dinner with a refreshing beverage while taking in waterfront views and live entertainment from the Main Stage.

🌿 Stewardship Zone

Discover over 20 exhibitors dedicated to preserving and restoring rivers, streams, oceans, and forests. Learn how to become a better steward of the environment with interactive displays for all ages.

🎉 Coho Kids Park

Perfect for families, the Coho Kids Park features hands-on activities, climbing walls, and cultural programming focused on education, art, and outdoor fun.

🪶 Squamish Nation Village

Experience Indigenous culture and traditions at the Squamish Nation Village, including the Blessing of the Salmon Ceremony at 1:00 PM by the Squamish Nation Canoe Family.

🎶 Live Entertainment

Tap your toes to performances on the Main Stage while enjoying local food and beverages throughout the day.

Sustainability Commitment

Since 2013, the Coho Festival has proudly operated as a Zero Waste Event, diverting more than 99% of materials annually. With help from WCS Recycling, the festival composts organic waste and recycles all possible materials, ensuring an eco-friendly community celebration.

Why Salmon Matters

Salmon are a vital part of BC’s ecosystem. They nourish forests, feed wildlife such as eagles, bears, and orcas, and remain a staple food source for communities. By serving salmon at the festival, the Coho Society of the North Shore raises essential funds to support habitat restoration and stewardship projects that ensure salmon thrive for future generations.

📌 For more information, visit the Coho Festival official website.

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