Welcome Anika
We’d like to officially introduce you to Anika Vervecken. She has recently joined our team as our new Access Activator. Learn more about Anika!
Remembering Norman Armour
Norman Armour was a passionate and visionary leader who shaped the arts community in Vancouver building connections between artists, presenters and arts organizations worldwide. The Vancouver International Children’s Festival Society was incredibly fortunate to work with him over the past 10 years.
Burt the Beetle with Ashley Spires
Ashley Spires continues to delight classes, teachers, and families with her prolific and delightful books. In Burt the Beetle Lives Here, our favourite bug learns about the different places insects call home.
Teach Your Children Rail Safety: 10 Important Tips from CN Railway
In collaboration with CN Railway, the Vancouver International Children's Festival brings you this educational blog post to equip parents with essential safety tips to teach your children about rail safety.
5 Screen-Free Family Activities on Granville Island
Come explore Granville Island with your family! With so much to see and do, it's the perfect opportunity to unplug and enjoy some quality time together.
Vancouver International Children’s Festival Announces 2023 Lineup
The 46th Annual Vancouver International Children’s Festival takes place May 30 – June 4 In-person on Granville Island and May 30 - June 23 Online where world-class theatre, music, dance, circus, puppetry and storytelling performers come to entertain Metro Vancouver children and families.
Tsatsu Stalqayu (Coastal Wolf pack) Opening Ceremony
Comprised of one family, Tsatsu Stalqayu proudly promotes Coast Salish culture through the songs and dances it performs and the carving and textile arts it practises. Come see them perform in our Opening Ceremony.
CFMA and VICF Announce Children and Family Music Showcase
The CFMAs are thrilled to announce the lineup for the Family Folk, Children and Family Music Showcase Concert, Co-Presented with The Vancouver International Children’s Festival, on Sunday April 2 at 11:00 AM at the Waterfront Theatre (Granville Island).
What’s Your Story
Deb Williams is offering an intensive storytelling workshop and play development for emerging performers. She’ll share 35 years of storytelling and comedy knowledge, giving you tools to create and share compelling stories, one-person shows, and many other genres.
