Ramadan Fest

Ramadan Fest BC is a festival in Surrey celebrating the Muslim month of fasting. It features halal foods, market vendors, and other activities at night.

Ramadan is the ninth month in the Islamic calendar. It’s also a holy month of fasting and communal prayer. It’s a time when Muslims around the world fast from dawn until sunset. After sunset they can feast, which is why Ramadan Fest BC takes place from early evening until the wee hours of the morning.

Ramadan Fest BC

Ramadan Fest is one of the largest Ramadan celebrations in British Columbia. The festival brings together food vendors, cultural shopping, community gatherings and spiritual reflection in a lively evening marketplace atmosphere. Inspired by the traditions of Ramadan, the event combines halal cuisine, family-friendly activities and a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds to experience the culture and spirit of the holy month. Visitors can explore international food stalls, browse artisan products like Eid gifts, enjoy festive lights and spend time with friends and family.

When and Where

Ramadan is the ninth month in the Islamic calendar. It takes place between February and April, depending on the year. In 2026, Ramada (the holy month, not the festival in Surrey) runs from February 17th until March 19th.

In 2026 Ramadan Fest BC, the festival, takes place from March 5th to March 8th at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey, primarily in the Agriplex building. The festival runs daily from 5:00 pm until 3:00 am. As many as 50,000 people attend the event over the four nights.

There are two main time periods during the event. They are the Iftar session, where the word “Iftar” refers to the daily, fast-breaking meal eaten by Muslims at night. The second part of the evening is the Suhoor session, where “Suhoor” refers to the early morning, pre-dawn meal eaten by Muslims before their fasting resumes the next day.

The Iftar session at Ramadan Fest BC runs from approximately 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm. It’s a time for feasting! The Suhoor session, meanwhile, runs from around 9:30 pm until 3:00 am and celebrates the late-night energy of Ramadan with more food, shopping and community activities. Attendees can enter anytime within their selected time slot.

OTHER (UNRELATED) FOOD FESTIVALS

Another food festival taking place this time of year is the Vancouver International Wine Festival. In 2026 it runs from March 7th to 14th. The wine festival showcases wines from around the world, but includes lots of restaurants and other culinary opportunities too.

If you like food festivals and food trucks, you might also want to attend events hosted by the Greater Vancouver Food Truck Festival, including Food Truck Wars which also happens at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds on April 10th to 12th in 2026. There is also Food Truck Fest at UBC (on April 1st & 2nd) and Chilliwack Party in the Park (on April 25th to 26th), plus a number of other events later in the year.

What to Expect

Ramadan Fest BC features a variety of halal food vendors offering dishes from different cultures. Previous festivals have included items such as Mexican birria tacos, Korean BBQ and other international street foods. Iftar and Suhoor vendors serve meals and snacks throughout the evening, so visitors can also enjoy authentic Ramadan dining experiences.

The festival also includes a large marketplace where attendees can browse cultural products, clothing, gifts and special items for Eid shopping. Many vendors offer artisan goods and traditional products from around the world, creating a lively night market atmosphere. Includes ones serving food, over well over 100 vendors participate.

At the event a prayer space is available under a heated tent, allowing attendees to take part in spiritual moments throughout the evening. Decorated with lights and festive displays, the venue creates a warm and welcoming environment for families. The event is designed to reflect the rhythm of Ramadan with activities continuing late into the night.

Tickets and Admission

Tickets for Ramadan Fest BC are available in several options. In 2026 single tickets cost about $7.50. Group tickets are also offered with a package for three people costing around $16.00 and a group of five costing $21.00. Early bird tickets are available in advance. Admission can also be purchased at the door if tickets subject to availability. Children under five years old can enter for free.