Free

Light Up Chinatown!

Celebrate Chinatown with two days of live performances, lanterns, and exclusive hawker-style street food.

festivalcommunityfoodmusicfamily-friendly
When Sun, Aug 9 · 6:00 PM – Mon, Aug 10 · 12:00 AM 6:00 PM – Mon, Aug 10 · 12:00 AM
Where Chinatown 500 Columbia St, Vancouver, BC V6A 4H5, Canada Open in Google Maps
Getting There E Hastings St @ Main St ~290m away
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About this event

The 6th annual Light Up Chinatown! festival brings two days of festivities to the historic 500-block of Columbia Street. Visitors can enjoy live cultural performances and marvel at traditional lanterns while exploring hawker street food stalls. The event features limited-edition food collaborations unique to the festival weekend. This free outdoor celebration is designed for all ages to enjoy and appreciate the local heritage. Presented by RBC, the event also offers various prizes and community-led activities.