The Vancouver Traveler

The 63rd Annual Steveston Salmon Festival is being held on Canada Day. The day begins at 10am with a parade through historic Steveston village, which features 100 entries including floats, marching bands, celebrities, politicians, community groups, vintage vehicles and much much more.

The Official festival kick-off is on the Main Stage at 12:30 pm with the dignitaries, speeches, and the singing of O Canada. After, the stage features great entertainment all afternoon until 5pm. Some of the festival highlights include attractions such as the Japanese Cultural Show, Craft Fair, Trade Show, a Children’s Festival, Carnival rides and Midway, Martial Arts Demonstrations, Belt Sander Drag Races, Youth Festival, multi-ethnic Food Fair, Art Show and Exhibit. The main attraction is the famous salmon barbecue, where over 1200 ponds of wild salmon filets are grilled over open fire pits.

For more information call 604.718.8094

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