The Fifth Annual Awakening Chinatown Returns

The streets of Canada’s oldest Chinatown will come alive once again as the fifth annual Awakening Chinatown Festival returns on Sunday, May 31, 2026. Presented by the Victoria Chinatown Museum Society (VCMS) in partnership with Chinatown businesses, this free, family-friendly festival invites the community to gather in the heart of Victoria’s historic Chinatown for a day of culture, celebration, and connection.

Mark your calendars and join us for one of Victoria’s most vibrant events of the year.

Date: Sunday, May 31, 2026 from 11 AM – 4:30 PM
Location: Victoria’s Chinatown District (around lower Fisgard Street)
Admission: Free and open to all