B.C.'s biggest FREE multicultural festival returns to Surrey with dozens of food vendors
The largest free multicultural festival in British Columbia is returning to Metro Vancouver this summer, and you’d better bring an appetite.
Surrey Fusion Festival, presented by Coast Capital, will celebrate its 18th anniversary on Saturday, July 19, and Sunday, July 20, at Holland Park.
The massive two-day event is a showcase of music, heritage, and live entertainment. Festival goers will also discover dozens of unique cultural pavilions and food from around the world.
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“As we celebrate our 18th annual Surrey Fusion Festival, I am proud to see our city continue to shine as a beacon of multicultural vibrancy and community spirit,” said Mayor Brenda Locke in a release. “This festival not only showcases the rich tapestry of cultures that make Surrey so special, but also reinforces our commitment to fostering inclusive, lively, and engaging experiences for all residents and visitors.
“I look forward to welcoming everyone to Holland Park to enjoy the incredible performances, diverse flavours, and unforgettable moments that showcase the true spirit of Surrey. A big thank you to Coast Capital for being a dedicated presenting sponsor year after year.”
Surrey Fusion Festival
Surrey Fusion Festival’s 2025 theme, Flavours of the World, will be on full display at over 50 cultural pavilions and on the eight stages at Holland Park.
Explore them all to discover traditions from around the world that bring people together and build bridges between cultures.
The list of local, national, and international artists will be a hit with fans of all music genres. Headlining Saturday night of this year’s festival is Easy Star All-Stars with their internationally acclaimed reggae reinterpretations of classic albums. And closing things out on Sunday evening is the Queen of Bhangra music, Miss Pooja and Punjabi powerhouse Geeta Zaildar.
Surrey Fusion Festival
Other performers on the bill include AHI, Josh Bogert, Quilombera Afrocolombian Ensemble, Tambura Rasa, and many more.
Attendees will be treated to dance performances, children’s entertainment, workshops, and amusement rides. Of course, there will be tons of delicious food to choose from during this year’s event.
Each cultural pavilion will serve up a dish from its representative country, from jerk chicken wings to bannock and fried pork dumplings.
Surrey Fusion Festival
Make sure to save room for chicken tikka with naan, sweet crepes, and gelato. There will also be a beer garden serving up international beverages on site.
Surrey Fusion Fest will also feature an Indigenous Village and marketplace, and the return of the popular Cultural Cooking Arena. Surrey youth will compete in cooking competitions on Saturday, and cultural pavilion organizers will host cooking demonstrations on Sunday.
Surrey Fusion Festival 2025
When: July 19 and 20, 2025
Time: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Where: Holland Park – 13428 Old Yale Rd., Surrey
Admission: Free
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