Summer of Soccer in Coquitlam

Coquitlam hosts lots of events each year including Canada Day, the Summer Concert Series and Lights at Lafarge. In 2026 there is also Summer of Soccer.

Official events hosted and run by the City of Coquitlam include Canada Day, the Summer Concert Series, and Lights at Lafarge. Signature events run by independent organizations in Coquitlam, meanwhile, include the Festival du Bois, ScotFestBC, Caribbean Days, Celebrate BC, BC Dumpling Festival, and HollyDaze in the Heights. There are also National Indigenous Peoples Day activities, Remembrance Day Ceremonies, and various other events throughout the year.

In this article, we have details about Summer of Soccer in Coquitlam, which is a series of events celebrating the FIFA World Cup in 2026. In this article you’ll also find a bit of information about Canada Day, Celebrate BC, the BC Dumpling Festival and a few other Coquitlam events.

Summer of Soccer in Coquitlam

The FIFA World Cup comes to Vancouver in 2026 and the City of Coquitlam is celebrating with a Summer of Soccer program featuring free community events from June 11th to July 19th. Residents and visitors alike can gather to watch matches on giant outdoor screens, enjoy family-friendly activities, and experience the excitement of the world’s biggest sporting event in a fun setting, and for free!

The Summer of Soccer offers live match broadcasts, a festive atmosphere, opportunities to connect with the community, and activities suitable for all ages. Whether cheering for Canada or supporting another nation, soccer fans can join thousands of others throughout the summer.

For full details about the World Cup-related celebrations in Coquitlam, click Summer of Soccer 2026

Kick-Off Event at Percy Perry Stadium

The celebrations begin on Friday, June 12th, at Percy Perry Stadium. The event takes place from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. The opening event features a large outdoor viewing party, community activities and food vendors. Visitors can watch live World Cup action while enjoying a variety of food options and entertainment throughout the day.

Several food vendors participate in the kick-off celebration, including barbecue specialists, Greek cuisine, mini donut, lemonade vendors, poutine and tornado potato stands. The game at noon is between Canada and Bosnia-Herzegovina. The venue, Percy Perry Stadium, is located at 1290 Pipeline Road in Town Centre Park.

Community Viewing Party

A second viewing celebration takes place at Blue Mountain Park on June 24th. The Community Viewing Party happens from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. The park’s address is 975 King Albert Avenue which is just west of the City of Lougheed and the Vancouver Golf Club.

The Community Viewing Party provides another opportunity for local residents to gather outdoors and enjoy live World Cup broadcasts on a big screen in a welcoming community setting. On this day, Canada plays Switzerland.

For full details about the Summer of Soccer events, visit coquitlam.ca.

Canada Day Soccer Viewing Area

Soccer excitement continues on Canada Day with special match-viewing opportunities at Town Centre Park. Visitors can enjoy Canada Day festivities while also following tournament action on large outdoor screens. Coquitlam’s Canada Day event runs from noon until 10:30 pm on July 1st. It includes a fireworks finale. The Canada Day Soccer Viewing Area features match broadcasts scheduled for 1:00 pm and 5:00 pm.

For full details about the July 1st event at Town Centre Park, see our Coquitlam Canada Day article or visit the City of Coquitlam’s Website.

Grand Finale Viewing Party

The Summer of Soccer concludes on Sunday, July 19th, with a championship match viewing party at Percy Perry Stadium. The Grand Finale Viewing Party happens from 10:30 am to 4:00 pm.

The final event features live coverage of the FIFA World Cup final, community celebrations and family activities throughout the day.

For full details about the FIFA-related celebrations in Coquitlam, click Summer of Soccer 2026

Other Events in Coquitlam

Below you’ll find information about other events that take place in Coquitlam including more about Canada Day as well as Celebrate BC, the Summer Concert Series, BC Dumpling Festival and Lights at Lafarge, plus a few other events too.

Canada Day in Coquitlam

Canada Day celebrations in Coquitlam are among the largest in Metro Vancouver. Activities include live entertainment, family-friendly attractions, cultural performances, community displays, food vendors and fireworks. The festivities take place at Town Centre Park and attract thousands of visitors each year.

For full details about the event on July 1st, see our article about Canada Day in Coquitlam or visit the coquitlam.ca website.

Celebrate BC

Celebrate BC is a multicultural community festival that highlights the diverse cultures and communities that make up British Columbia. The event features live performances, cultural displays, interactive activities, local organizations and family-friendly entertainment. The festival promotes inclusion, community spirit and cultural appreciation through music, dance and educational experiences.

Last year Celebrate BC took place in just Coquitlam. In 2026, however, it happens at Coquitlam’s Town Centre Park on BC Day (which is August 3rd this year), but also at Port Moody’s Rocky Point Park on Saturday, August 1st.

To learn more about this event, either see our article about Celebrate BC or visit celebratebc.ca.

Summer Concert Series

Every year the City of Coquitlam hosts outdoor concerts at Town Centre Park by Lafarge Lake. They are free to attend, take place on Fridays, and run from 7:00 until 9:00 pm. Each night there are also three or so food trucks on site.

In 2026 there are two concerts. On August 7th there is Classic Elton (which is an Elton John impressionist and tribute band). On September 4th, meanwhile, the live entertainment is with the Country Divas (which is a group that sings the music of Dolly Parton, The Chicks, Faith Hill, Linda Ronstadt, Patsy Cline, Reba McEntire and Shania Twain).

To learn more about these events, click Summer Concert Series.

BC Dumpling Festival

The BC Dumpling Festival is a free event celebrating multiculturalism and food at Town Centre Park in the summer. The event celebrates multicultural food traditions and the popularity of dumplings from around the world. There are food vendors, cultural performances, cooking demonstrations, family-friendly activities and community programming.

In 2026 the festival happens on Saturday, August 15th. Organizers showcase dumpling styles from many different countries and cultures while promoting diversity and culinary traditions throughout British Columbia. There are other food there too in addition to dumplings.

To learn more about this event, see our article about the BC Dumpling Festival or visit bcdumplingfest.ca.

Food Vendor at BC Dumpling Festival — BC Dumpling Festival

Lights at Lafarge

Lights at Lafarge is one of Metro Vancouver’s most popular winter attractions. The event is held annually at Lafarge Lake. It transforms the lakeside pathways into a dazzling display of festive lights and illuminated installations. Admission is free!

Visitors can walk around the lake while enjoying colourful seasonal displays, themed decorations and a holiday atmosphere. The attraction is free to attend and typically runs from late November until February.

To learn more about the holiday lights event, see our article about Lights at Lafarge or visit the City of Coquitlam’s website at coquitlam.ca.

Coquitlam at Night at Christmas — Lights at Lafarge

CREATIVE FUN IN COQUITLAM

TIP: If you like art, theatre and music, and want to get good at them, a great place to do that is at Place des Arts. Located at 1120 Brunette Avenue, it’s an arts centre that offers all kinds of classes and workshops. They host great events too. Visit placedesarts.ca for details.

Other Coquitlam Events

Below is a list of other major festivals and events that happen in Coquitlam throughout the year. There are others too. These are just some of the main ones.

Festival du Bois – a francophone festival at Mackin Park in February.
Taste of the Tri-Cities – a food festival-style promotional campaign where local restaurants in Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam and Porty Moody offer special menu deals in February and March.
Tri-City Spring Home Show – a tradeshow at the Poirier Sports & Leisure Complex.
ScotFestBC & the BC Highland Games – a Scottish-themed event at Town Centre Park in June.
Summer Theatre Troupe – theatre productions put on by Place des Arts in July and August.
Caribbean Days – a multicultural festival at Town Centre Park in the summer.
National Indigenous Peoples Day – events and activities honoring Canada’s First Nations on or around June 21st.
Water Lantern Festival – a pretty event at Lafarge Lake in the summer.
Circo Osorio – a circus sets up in the parking lot at Coquitlam Town Centre in the fall.
Remembrance Day Ceremony & Parade – an event on November 11th commemorating the end of WWI, WWII and other wars and honoring the men and women who have fought and died
HollyDaze in the Heights – a family-friendly event in the Christmas season.

Other Information

To learn more about the region, see our article about the City of Coquitlam or check out the coquitlam.ca or visitcoquitlam.ca websites.

If you like arts, theatre and history, a few places in Coquitlam you might want to check out are Place des Arts, the Evergreen Arts Centre and Mackin House.

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Another website you might also find of interest is VancouverForKids.ca.