EVENTS
Richmond Celebrates Soccer
The City of Richmond and Tourism Richmond present Richmond Celebrates Soccer, a series of free community events welcoming the FIFA World Cup 2026™. Events include watch parties, family-friendly celebrations, live music, public barbecues, soccer activities for all ages, and community performances. Festivities begin June 12 at the Richmond Olympic Oval and conclude in July with a closing celebration at Aberdeen Neighbourhood Park.
(Various venues across the City of Richmond, June 12–July 19)
Curtain Call – Murder Mystery Night
Join us for Presentation House Theatre's first-ever Murder Mystery Night! Play a role or be an investigator as you unravel the mystery and catch the culprit before the night is over. Guests are invited to an after-party following the play, The Tragedy of Umber, llama farmer. Be sure to RSVP — it promises to be a party to die for. Come raise a glass with friends, family, and… foes!
(Presentation House Theatre, 333 Chesterfield Avenue, North Vancouver, BC V7M 3G9, June 15)
“Where are the Blood and the Bones?” The Cannibal Museum: A Lecture by Bruce Granville Miller
Join the Museum of Vancouver’s former Board Chair, Bruce Granville Miller, as he reflects on repatriation and the evolving role museums play in this ongoing work. Drawing from decades of collaboration with Coast Salish communities, Bruce will share stories from repatriation efforts undertaken by the Museum alongside Indigenous partners. He will also discuss his research into the lasting impacts of museum collecting practices and the return of ancestors to their homelands. Free RSVP (museumofvancouver.ca/blood-and-the-bones).
(Museum of Vancouver, 1100 Chestnut Street, Vancouver, BC V6J 3J9, Thursday, Jun. 18, 2026, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM)
Summer Indigenous Artisans Market 2026
Join us for a vibrant day celebrating Indigenous creativity, artistry, and craftsmanship at the Gallery! Explore a wide range of work by Indigenous artists and makers, including handcrafted jewelry, beadwork, cedar weaving, artwork, apparel, home goods, handmade soaps, teas, accessories, and much more! Whether you’re looking for a special gift or something for yourself, our market offers a chance to discover and support a wide range of Indigenous creative work. Free admission.
(Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art, 639 Hornby Street, Vancouver, BC, June 20 from 11 AM to 4 PM)
BEST PRACTICES in Marketing, Sales, Social Media, Promotion, & Donor Recruitment
Have you ever wished there were a colleague or an organization you could reach out to and ask about donor and solicitation history, concession/merchandise purchases, and marketing dos and don’ts? Arts marketing isn’t just about selling tickets; it is about building community and creating an emotional connection. The West Vancouver Community Arts Council and the District of West Vancouver invite arts leaders and arts groups from across the North Shore to come together, share insights, and shape a collaborative approach among the arts and culture sector. For over two hours, participants will explore and share the sector’s best practices and opportunities, learn from each other, and deepen cross-sector partnerships. The goal is to create a future where creativity drives community and belonging. MODERATORS: Mirjana Galovich, Executive Director, WVCAC, and Sharon Habib, artist. TARGET GROUP: Small and mid-size arts organizations/groups. REGISTRATION: $10.
(Silk Purse Arts Centre, 1570 Argyle Ave. West Vancouver, Jun. 23, 2026)
Connection Salon: Mad Pride Festival
The Connection Salon Artists Collective presents Mad Pride Festival this summer from June 25 to July 25, 2026, at the Gathering Place Community Centre. The free event features a diverse line-up of visual artists, stand-up comics, theatre actors, musicians, poets, and more, all in celebration of art-making by people who identify as living with mental illness, psychiatric disabilities, or “madness.” The festival aims to reclaim the term “mad” while celebrating neurodiversity and challenging psychiatric stigma. Programming includes an all-Indigenous Mad Arts Coffee House on June 25 featuring artists like Joseph Dandurand, Trevor Jang, and Randy Tait; an evening of Stand Up for Mental Health led by David Granirer; a double-bill film screening at the Cinematheque titled Desiring Bodies; a visual arts exhibition Gifts of Madness; and more engaging events culminating in a Mad Pride Parade and Cabaret to close out the festival. Visit connectionsalon.ca for the full festival program. Admission to all events is free.
(Gathering Place Community Centre, 609 Helmcken St., Vancouver BC V6B 5S4, Jun. 25 – Jul. 25, 2026)
Feasts of Coquitlam: Mexican Cooking Demonstration
Join us at the Museum on the evening of June 26 for a Mexican session of Feasts of Coquitlam! We will be joined by Mi Tradicion Mexican Cuisine, who will be demonstrating a selection of dishes, followed by a meal together in our heritage dining room. Menu: Guacamole & Pico de Gallo, Sopes (Fried disks of corn masa topped with meats & other savoury toppings), Ceviche (Raw seafood dish marinated with lime, fresh veggies, often served with chips). $35 per person. Registration required.
(Coquitlam Heritage Society, 1116 Brunette Avenue, Coquitlam BC, Friday, Jun. 26, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM)
Steveston Salmon Festival 2026
The City of Richmond, Steveston Community Society, and Richmond Agricultural and Industrial Society present the 79th annual Steveston Salmon Festival on July 1, 2026. One of the country’s largest and most cherished Canada Day events returns to historic Steveston Village for an all-day celebration. Kicking off with a Kids Bike Parade at 9:30 am, followed by the highly anticipated Community Parade, highlights of the event include Sammy’s Fun Zone for young families, skateboarding demos and more at the Sports on Courts area, and live music across three stages. This year’s headliner is the Canadian rock band Barney Bentall & The Legendary Hearts. Foodies will want to arrive early for hot pancakes, the annual Salmon Bake, Japanese-Canadian Chow Mein, and a lineup of food trucks. This festival honours local community spirit and storied fishing heritage through live entertainment, youth performances, and delicious food. Not to mention, it’s free for all to attend and celebrate! To learn more about this year’s festival, visit stevestonsalmonfest.ca.
(Steveston Park, 4111 Moncton Street, Richmond, BC V7E 3A8, Jul. 1)
Indian Summer Festival: 16th Annual Celebration of South Asian Arts
Indian Summer Festival presents its 16th annual celebration of South Asian arts with a lineup of evocative mixed programming, including comedy, live music, theatre, literature, and interdisciplinary exchange, from July 9–19, 2026, at various venues across Vancouver, Burnaby, and Surrey. The festival's 2026 theme, Ragas for a Ruptured World, is a call to artistic expression, creative defiance, and collective meaning in an increasingly fractured world. The program features more than 90 Canadian and international artists, including Sri Lankan comedian Vidura Bandara Rajapaksa, acclaimed singer-songwriter Rashmeet Kaur, and filmmaker Julian Brave NoiseCat, co-director of the Academy Award–nominated documentary Sugarcane. Festival-goers can also enjoy free performances, exhibitions, and community events, including a performance from Gong Library, video works by Farheen Haq, and the festival's closing celebration—Rishta, an evening of poetry and live music. For tickets and full programming details, visit indiansummerfest.ca.
(Various venues across Vancouver, Burnaby, & Surrey, Jul. 9–19, 2026)
