Fort Langley Ukulele Festival

Ukulele music fills the air at the Fort Langley International Ukulele Festival, a joyful celebration of aloha spirit, cultural connection and community harmony.

In 2025 the festival happens on September 25th to 27th.

The main venue for the festival is Fort Langley National Historic Site. Other events that happen at the fort and surrounding area in the fall include James Douglas: A Multicultural Legacy (on September 21st in 2025), the Fort Langley Cranberry Festival (on the Thanksgiving Weekend), and Grave Tales (during the Halloween season).

To learn more about the fort, see the Parks Canada website. To learn about the music festival, visit the Fort Langley website or continue reading below.

Fort Langley International Ukulele Festival

The historic Village of Fort Langley comes alive with music during the first-ever Fort Langley International Ukulele Festival in September 2025.

Hosted by Parks Canada and the Langley Ukulele Association, the event blends live performances and workshops with the spirit of Hawaiian and Pacific Northwest cultures.

More than a music festival, it is also a cultural celebration with deep historical ties. Fort Langley’s legacy as a Hudson’s Bay Company post includes a strong connection to Hawaiian heritage, making it the perfect setting for this musical gathering.

Note: This isn’t the only time that music takes place at the fort. There is live music at other times too. In the village (not the fort), there is also the Fort Langley Jazz Festival which happens in July. Also, another event at the fort with a Polynesian theme, the Hawaiian Luau happens earlier in the year.

Where and When is the Ukulele Festival

In 2025 the Fort Langley International Ukulele Festival runs from Thursday, September 25th, to Saturday, September 27th. Events take place at Fort Langley National Historic Site and throughout the surrounding village. The fort’s address is 23433 Mavis Avenue. Regular admission to the historic site applies, but youth aged 17 and under get in for free.

What to Expect

A highlight of the festival is the series of outdoor concerts which features top ukulele performers from Hawaii and the Pacific Northwest. The lineup includes Craig Chee, Sarah Maisel, Bryan Tolentino, and Andrew & Jay Molina. Leading the festival jams is Lendl San Jose (a.k.a. Ukulenny).

There are performances from the Langley Ukulele Ensemble and hula dancers as well as jam sessions and open mic opportunities throughout the day. Visitors can also explore historic exhibits that showcase the fort’s connection to Hawaiian settlers.

For ukulele enthusiasts, the festival offers over 30 workshops ranging from beginner strumming to advanced performance techniques. Many performers will also lead these sessions and offer visitors an opportunity to learn directly from experienced musicians.

Performance at Fort Langley Brigade Days — Fiddlers at the Fort (at a different event)

Registration

The Fort Langley International Ukulele Festival offers both free and ticketed experiences. Below are some of the details.

Thursday VIP Luau

In 2025 this special evening event takes place on Thursday, September 25th, from 5:30 to 9:00 pm. It costs $55 per person. Admission includes a buffet dinner, kickoff concert by the Langley Ukulele Ensemble, and a meet-and-greet with festival performers, instructors and sponsors.

Friday and Saturday Festival Pass

The main festival runs from 9:00 am to 10:00 pm on both the Friday and Saturday of September 26th and 27th in 2025. The all-access pass costs $295 per person. It includes more than 30 workshops, outdoor and indoor concerts, jam sessions and open mic opportunities.

Other Information

For additional information about the Fort Langley International Ukulele Festival, see the Fort Langley National Historic Site‘s website or visit langleyevents.ca.

To learn about other things to do in the region, see our articles about Fort Langley (the town), the Fort Langley National Historic Site, Langley and the Fraser Valley.

Other events happening at the fort in the fall include the following:

Douglas Day (a multicultural celebration related to BC’s first governor)
Fort Langley Cranberry Festival (at the fort and in the village on the Thanksgiving Weekend)
Grave Tales (spooky walking tours during the Halloween season)

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