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- Enjoy live performances featuring local talent.
- Have fun at the Kids’ Zone with a bouncy castle, craft stations, character performances, free ice cream and cotton candy (while supplies last) and more.
- Explore the Innovation Zone, showcasing exciting organizations working in South Flats, including the Centre for Digital Media, Vancouver Community College and Electronic Arts. From cutting-edge projects to mind-bending VR experiences, the Innovation Zone is an exciting new addition to Flats Fest.
- Shop local and visit the Artisan Market and the Emily Carr University Marketplace, showcasing student art!
- Enjoy the site-wide license with a refreshing beverage and grab a bite to eat at the food trucks.
Programs
Main Stage
Experience a full day of music at the Main Stage, kicking off at noon with Star Captains, followed by an official event welcome. Enjoy a diverse lineup featuring performances by ZADA, Mark Woodyard, Michaela Slinger, Fionn, and Logan Staats, with more artists to be announced. With a site-wide license, you can savor your favorite drinks while soaking in the music throughout the day.
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Kids’ Zone
Bring your family to the Kids' Zone, where you can meet beloved characters such as Barbie, Spider-man, Spider-woman, the Galaxy Warrior and the Galaxy Princess. Enjoy captivating performances from a magician, a yoyo champion, a juggler, and a musical scientist. With a bouncy castle, craft stations, glitter tattoos, face painting, balloon animals, and free ice cream and cotton candy (while supplies last), there's endless fun for everyone!
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Innovation Zone
Explore the Innovation Zone and discover cutting-edge projects and immersive VR experiences from the South Flats. Check out the latest technology and games from a diverse range of organizations, including local businesses, educational groups, non-profits, and industry leaders. Whether you're a tech enthusiast or just curious, there's something for everyone to explore!
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Artisan Market
At the Artisan Market shop from local vendors selling jewelry, candles, ceramics and more.
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Marketplace
Visit the Emily Carr University Marketplace, showcasing student art available for purchase.
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Beer Garden
Enjoy the site-wide license with beverages from Red Truck Beer Company, Strathcona Beer Company, the Mark Anthony Group, and 1933 Liquor Co.
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Food Trucks
Explore a variety of delicious options from our diverse lineup of food trucks. Enjoy plant-based dishes from Planted Love, fusion delights from KYU Grill, burgers from WakWak Burger, sushi tacos from Taco Nori, Persian bites from Food Daddy, mac and cheese from REEL Mac & Cheese, and ice cream from Rain or Shine. Be sure to also visit Nemesis and Kafka's Cafe for more tasty food and drinks.
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Event Participants
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Buffalo Buffalo
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City Blocks
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Centre for Digital Media
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DigiBC
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Electronic Arts
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Emily Carr University
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Ethós Labs
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Frontier Collective
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Kafka’s Coffee
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Metro Vancouver
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Nemesis Coffee
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Mountain Equipment Company
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Steve’s Poké
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Tesla
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The Hive Bouldering Gym
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Vancouver Community College
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