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There’s always some tasty event around the corner in Metro Vancouver, and in August and for the remainder of July, there are still plenty of food festivals to attend.
From drink festivals to tasty Chinese food events, there’s definitely something for every palate and taste.
Koolfest Summer Chocolate Festival
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Earlier this month, Vancouver’s ultimate summer drink festival kicked off, and it lasts until Aug. 4.
Participating vendors across Metro Vancouver have created some delicious cold drinks and frozen treats. Think chocolate milk, iced coffees, milkshakes, floats, fruit slushies, iced teas, bubble teas, and more.
Who is Joe? Coffee Roasters even turned Hawkins Cheezies into a drink, which they call the Cheezie Squeeze.
Light Up Chinatown!
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Presented by RBC, Light Up Chinatown! returns for its sixth year and takes place between Aug. 8 and Aug. 9.
The free, two-day outdoor festival features live performances, “insanely” good food, and exclusive pop-ups.
The event takes place from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Aug. 8 and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Aug. 9 on the 500 Block of Columbia Street.
You can check out the official website for a preview of the sights and bites.
False Creek Crab Fest
Folks living on the coast are incredibly fortunate to be near waters that provide such plentiful and fresh seafood, including crab.
And to celebrate, the BC Crab Fishermen’s Association and Chefs’ Table Society of BC are presenting the fourth annual False Creek Crab Fest, which takes place on July 26 and starts at 12 p.m.
The event will offer fresh B.C. dungeness crab, drinks, games, local chefs and more.
Tickets are around $75, depending on the type of ticket you purchase.
Vegan Night Market
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Vancouver is one of the most veg-friendly places in North America, and it only makes sense that there be a festival that celebrates the plentiful assortment of plant-based options.
The Vancouver event used to be Canada’s one and only, but it has expanded to Toronto.
The next Vancouver event takes place on July 23 at Locarno Beach from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Folks can expect over 50 plant-based vendors, DJs, and other fun summer events.
There will also be a complimentary yoga session at 8 p.m.
Thai Festival Vancouver
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If you love Thai food, the perfect event is coming up next month at the Vancouver Art Gallery.
The Thai Festival Vancouver brings Thai food and culture to an accessible spot. There will even be a couple of prizes that could send you to Bangkok. The top prize is valued at $2,500.
Thai Festival Vancouver takes place on Aug. 8 and 9 between 11 a.m. and 8 p.m.
Richmond Garlic Fest
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There’s one summer event coming up that everyone is welcome to, unless you’re a blood-sucking vampire.
The Richmond Garlic Fest takes place on Aug. 15 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Sharing Farm on 2771 Westminster Hwy.
“The festival attracts approximately 5000 people from throughout the Lower Mainland. Highlights for festival goers include live birds-of-prey flying demonstrations, a celebrated children’s area, a diverse farmer’s market, food booths with garlic specials, and live entertainment,” the Sharing Farm says.
Aside from vampires, it’s probably best not to attend if you have a date later that night.
Some other notable food events taking place over the next month:
Are there any food festivals you’re looking forward to? Let us know in the comments.