Canada Place is hosting a massive family-friendly event this month & it’s free

Canada Place in Vancouver is hosting a family-friendly maritime event this month – and it’s totally free to attend!

The name is Port Day and it’s coming up! Head down and check out the newly minted Maritime Career Zone along with over 40 community exhibits in the BC Maritime Employers Association Waterfront Community Zone. There will also be performances, live music on the KTL Transport North Point Stage, food vendors, and a bunch of interactive displays to keep the kids busy.

Here’s everything you can expect to see at Canada Place for Port Day.

What to Expect

Bring your sunscreen and prepare to enjoy some fresh air and community spirit on the west promenade. You can browse a variety of exhibits while enjoying live music, food, and activities for all ages.

This year’s headline act is Delhi 2 Dublin, a Canadian world music group from Vancouver known for their fusion of Bhangra, electronic, funk, dub, reggae, hip hop, and Celtic music. See how they mash up various genres to create a whole new sound that’s completely their own!

There will also be exhibits in the Vancouver Convention Centre East ballrooms inside the Maritime Career Zone. Whether you’re drawn to the call of the sea or prefer to stay anchored on land, the maritime industry offers a vast ocean of opportunities. From navigating ships to managing port lands, there’s a role for everyone. Speak to representatives from organizations such as Transport Canada, BC Coast Pilots, and the Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada. 

Event Schedule

Here is the full schedule of the festivities happening on the KTL Transport North Point Stage at Canada Place on Saturday, September 21st.

• 12:00 PM – Exhibitor booths and activities open 
• 12:05 PM - Traditional First Nations welcome
• 12:10 PM – Remarks
• 12:20 PM - Leah Barley
• 1:00 PM  – On-water demonstrations
• 1:20 PM -Zynth Entertainment
• 2 PM – Uncle Strut.
• 2:55 PM  – Wooden Horsemen
• 4:00 PM - Headliner, Delhi 2 Dublin

Port Day celebrates the annual World Maritime Day, as established by the International Maritime Organization. The 2024 World Maritime Day theme is navigating the future: safety first!” as this reflects the International Maritime Organization’s mission to enhance maritime safety and security while protecting the marine environment. 

Grab the family and check out Port Day this month. What better way to send off the summer weather in style?

PORT DAY

When: Saturday, September 21st from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Where: Canada Place, 999 Canada Pl, Vancouver
Cost: Free to attend