Canada Bubble Tea Festival is Canada’s largest bubble tea celebration, bringing together top bubble tea brands, Asian street food, interactive experiences, and live entertainment. Founded in Metro Vancouver (City of Burnaby), the festival connects communities, showcases bubble tea culture, and creates a vibrant platform for brands and fans to celebrate one of the world’s most beloved drinks.

The Canada Bubble Tea Festival was founded by Eric Yang in Metro Vancouver to celebrate the global popularity of bubble tea and to bring together bubble tea brands, creators, and fans in one large annual festival.

Yes. The Canada Bubble Tea Festival is currently the largest independent bubble tea festival in Canada, even North America. Unlike smaller bubble tea events that are part of larger food festivals or night markets, it is a standalone event dedicated entirely to bubble tea culture. Over the past four years, the festival has welcomed more than 80,000 visitors and brought together leading bubble tea brands from across the region. The event has also received strong community and government recognition. In 2022, Janet Austin,(chatgpt://generic-entity?number=0) Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia, attended the inaugural opening ceremony on behalf of the British monarch, and in 2023 David Eby,(chatgpt://generic-entity?number=1) Premier of British Columbia, also joined the festival. Through its scale, participation, and community impact, the Canada Bubble Tea Festival continues to stand as the leading bubble tea–focused festival in North America.

The 5th annual Bubble Tea Festival will be held on Aug 1, 2026. The door will be opened from 11:30am to 7pm

The festival is held at Swangard Stadium, Burnaby. It’s right by the intersection of Kingsway and Boundary Road

Guests are welcome to stay as long as they like. Many visitors spend several hours exploring vendors, activities, and on-site experiences.

1. Flavorful Exploration: Dive into a world of diverse and delicious bubble tea flavors, offering a unique opportunity to taste, savor, and discover new and exciting combinations. 2. Cultural Celebration: Experience the rich cultural tapestry surrounding bubble tea with engaging activities, educational games, and festive ceremonies that highlight the traditions and creativity behind this beloved beverage. 3. Community and Fun: Join a vibrant community of bubble tea enthusiasts, where the festival provides a lively atmosphere for socializing, making new connections, and enjoying memorable moments. With an array of activities, from outdoor movies to learning games, the Canada Bubble Tea Festival promises a blend of fun and camaraderie for everyone. There will be: 1. Bubble tea vendors 2. Street food vendors 3. Food trucks 4. Game booths 5. Entertainment zones 6. Retail merchants 7. Arts & crafts 8. Stage performances

Festival is an outdoor event.

Vendor lineup varies each year. The 2026 plan targets 60–80 total vendors, including bubble tea brands, street food vendors, food trucks, and local retail/creators.

The festival will feature around 15 bubble tea brands, including both local vendors and curated brands that we bring in specially for the event. This creates a diverse bubble tea experience for visitors to explore different styles, flavors, and innovations.

Payment methods vary by vendor. Many accept card and mobile payments. Some may accept cash. For the smoothest experience, bring a card or mobile pay option.

Bubble tea has evolved from a simple hand-shaken drink into a global cultural icon. It’s the rare kind of beverage that carries identity: Asian diaspora memories, youth culture, social media aesthetics, and a sense of community. That’s why a bubble tea festival isn’t just a market—it’s a culture stage. People don’t come only to buy a drink; they come to experience discovery, share moments, and participate in something bigger than a cup. The Canada Bubble Tea Festival exists to celebrate this culture—by bringing brands and fans into one place, creating shared experiences, and building a platform that can grow across cities.