Ice cream lovers are in for a treat as the Vancouver Ice Cream Festival returns for its fourth edition, offering a city-wide celebration of frozen desserts and local flavours.
Running from June 19 to August 3, 2026, the festival invites residents and visitors to embark on a self-guided culinary journey across Metro Vancouver. More than 40 ice cream shops, gelato parlours, cafés, and dessert destinations will take part, serving both signature favourites and exclusive festival creations for a limited time.
Explore 97 Unique Flavours Across Metro Vancouver
This year’s festival features 34 participating vendors spread across several Metro Vancouver communities, offering an impressive selection of 97 different ice cream and frozen dessert flavours. From classic scoops and artisanal gelato to innovative dessert creations, there is something to satisfy every sweet craving.
Participants can visit multiple locations throughout the festival, discovering new flavours while supporting local businesses during the summer season.
Join Festival Missions and Win Prizes
Beyond enjoying frozen treats, visitors can also take part in the Festival Passport and Festival Missions. Completing challenges and collecting visits can earn participants entries into prize draws, adding an extra layer of fun to the experience.
Participating Locations Across the Region
The festival includes a diverse lineup of dessert spots throughout Vancouver, Burnaby, Coquitlam, North Vancouver, and Richmond.
In Vancouver, participating venues include popular destinations such as Beaucoup Bakery, Chocolats Favoris, Elephant Garden Creamery, KOBO Ice Cream, Mister, Nana’s Green Tea, The Alley, Tutto Belle Il Gelato, and Whisk Matcha Cafe, among many others.
Burnaby’s lineup features Dolce Amore, Glenburn, Hundo P, Little Pisces, Soft Peaks, Eggbomb+, and Something Sweet Cafe. Visitors can also explore offerings from The Praguery in Coquitlam, Dolce Amore and Krave Kulture in North Vancouver, and several Richmond favourites, including Matcha Cafe Maiko, Matcha Tea Lab, Sweet Surrender Gelato, and Fluffle Cafe.
Plan Your Ice Cream Trail
Festival items will be available at each participating vendor’s location during their regular operating hours. Guests are encouraged to check with individual businesses for availability and opening times before visiting.
Event Details
Event: Vancouver Ice Cream Festival 2026
Dates: June 19 – August 3, 2026
Location: Various venues across Metro Vancouver
Highlights: 34 participating vendors, 97 flavours, festival-exclusive desserts, passport challenges, and prize giveaways.
Whether you’re a fan of classic ice cream, creamy gelato, or creative frozen treats, the Vancouver Ice Cream Festival promises a delicious way to explore the city this summer.
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