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Squamish Days 2026 in Squamish
Celebrate one of British Columbia's most iconic community traditions at Squamish Days 2026, taking place from July 30 to August 2, 2026. Now in its 69th year, this volunteer-powered festival honours Squamish's rich logging heritage with thrilling logger sports competitions, family-friendly events, live entertainment, community traditions, and exciting activities throughout the BC Day long weekend.
From world-class lumberjack competitions and lively parades to bed races, pancake breakfasts, and family activities, Squamish Days offers an unforgettable experience for visitors of all ages.
Event Details
Event: Squamish Days 2026
Dates: July 30 – August 2, 2026
Location: Multiple venues throughout Squamish, BC
Admission: Mix of free and ticketed events
Festival Highlights
Visitors can enjoy:
- World-class Logger Sports competitions
- Squamish Days Parade
- Bed Races
- Lumberjack Chili Cook-Off
- Children's Festival
- Pancake Breakfast
- Rotary Beef Barbecue
- Open Axe Throw Competition
- Live music
- Family activities
- Community celebrations
World-Class Logger Sports
The signature attraction of Squamish Days showcases incredible feats of strength, precision, and skill inspired by the logging industry.
Saturday – Novice & Intermediate Logger Sports Show
Watch junior, novice, and intermediate competitors compete in exciting events including:
- Axe throwing
- Birling (log rolling)
- Chokerman's Race
- Pole climbing
- Crosscut sawing
- Other traditional logger sports
Perfect for families and visitors looking to experience the excitement up close.
Sunday – World-Class Open Logger Sports Show
The festival's premier event features elite competitors from across North America competing in championship logger sports events, including:
- Springboard Chop
- Tree Falling
- Speed climbing
- Axe throwing
- Crosscut sawing
- Log rolling
- Championship competitions
Note: Sunday's show sells out every year. Purchasing tickets in advance is highly recommended.
2026 Schedule Highlights
Thursday, July 30
- Loggers Relay
- Lumberjack Chili Cook-Off Invitational
- Live music
- Festival kickoff celebration
Friday, July 31
- Bed Races along Cleveland Avenue
Teams race decorated hospital beds through a downtown obstacle course in one of Squamish's funniest and most popular traditions.
Saturday, August 1
- Children's Festival
- Novice & Intermediate Logger Sports Show
- Rotary Beef Barbecue
- Open Axe Throw Competition
Sunday, August 2
- Pancake Breakfast
- Squamish Days Parade
- World-Class Open Logger Sports Show
- Rotary Beef Barbecue
Squamish Days Parade
One of the community's favourite traditions, the Sunday parade features:
- Colourful floats
- Logging trucks
- Community organizations
- Costumes
- Marching groups
- Local businesses
The parade travels along Cleveland Avenue through downtown Squamish.
Children's Festival
Families can enjoy a morning of free activities including:
- Face painting
- Balloon art
- Mini golf
- Crafts
- Bubbles
- Kid-safe axe throwing
- Interactive games
Rotary Beef Barbecue
A Squamish Days tradition for more than 50 years, the famous Rotary Beef Barbecue serves slow-cooked roast beef sandwiches exclusively during the Saturday and Sunday Logger Sports shows.
These sandwiches are one of the festival's most popular attractions and often sell out.
Food & Entertainment
Throughout the festival visitors can enjoy:
- Local food vendors
- Chili tasting
- Live music
- Community celebrations
- Family-friendly entertainment
- Outdoor activities
About Squamish Days
First held in 1957, Squamish Days began as a local logging competition and has grown into one of British Columbia's most celebrated community festivals. Organized entirely by volunteers, the festival continues to honour the forestry industry that helped shape Squamish while supporting local charities, youth programs, and community organizations.
Why You Should Attend
Squamish Days combines thrilling logger sports, family entertainment, community traditions, and small-town hospitality into one unforgettable long weekend. Whether you're cheering on world-class lumberjacks, enjoying the parade, racing hospital beds, or sharing a legendary Rotary Beef Sandwich, you'll experience one of British Columbia's most unique summer festivals.
Event Information
Event: Squamish Days 2026
Dates: July 30 – August 2, 2026
Location: Multiple venues throughout Squamish, BC
Admission: Free and ticketed events
Official Website: https://squamishdays.ca