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Plan your weekend

Festival of Joy is two free events back to back: colour and music at the temple on Saturday, then the chariot parade and village by the water on Sunday. They use different locations — bookmark both so maps and transit line up with the day you are attending (or come to both!).

Day 1 · Festival of Colours

At the temple

  • Location

    ISKCON Vancouver (Hare Krishna Temple)
    5462 Marine Dr, Burnaby, BC V5J 3G8

  • How to get there

    Map view of ISKCON Vancouver at 5462 Marine Drive, Burnaby.

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    By car

    • From Vancouver: Take Kingsway east, turn right onto Royal Oak Ave, then left onto SE Marine Drive.
    • From Surrey / Richmond: Take Marine Way west, which becomes SE Marine Drive.

    Free parking available at the Temple.

    By transit

    • SkyTrain: Take the Expo Line to Metrotown Station.
    • Bus: From Metrotown Station, take bus #100 eastbound.
    • Exit at Marine Drive & Gilley Ave stop.
    • Short 5-minute walk to the temple.

    Travel tips

    • Temple is between Royal Oak and Gilley Avenue.
    • Look for the distinctive temple architecture with dome.
    • Transit journey from downtown Vancouver takes approximately 45–60 minutes.
    • Driving time from downtown is about 25–30 minutes depending on traffic.

  • What to bring

    • Light layers and sun protection; refillable water bottle.
    • Closed-toe shoes are a good idea around colour play areas.
    • Cash or card for vendors — final bag-size rules will be posted with the event guide.
    • Bring all your friends and family!

Festival of Colours — full details →

Day 2 · Chariot Fest

Foreshore parade route

  • Location

    Parade route
    Along Fraser River Trail — from the bottom of Boundary Rd to Glenlyon Pkwy (near Amazon)

    Festival site
    ISKCON Vancouver (Hare Krishna Temple)
    5462 Marine Dr, Burnaby, BC V5J 3G8

  • How to get there

    Public Transit

    • Metrotown Station
    • Bus #116 Bay 12
    • Get off at 4300 block on North Fraser Way
    • Walk one minute to Fraser River Trail

    Our Shuttle Bus

    • Shuttle bus from Royal Oak Skytrain to the parade
    • Return to temple at the end of the parade
    • 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

    Public Transit to Temple Festival Site ONLY

    • 5462 Marine Drive, Burnaby
    • Royal Oak Skytrain Bus #148

    By Car

    • Parking at parade end: along Glenlyon Way (near Amazon)
    • Parking at parade start: along N. Fraser Way near Boundary Rd
    • Be mindful of parking regulations
    Map showing Metrotown Skytrain, Royal Oak Skytrain, the temple at 5462 Marine Drive, and the parade start along the Fraser River Trail.

    Parade Start 11 am

    Location: Along Fraser River Trail

    Starting at the bottom of Boundary Rd and finishing at Glenlyon Pkwy (near Amazon)

    Parade route map along the Fraser River Trail from Boundary Rd to Glenlyon Parkway near Amazon.

    Public Transit

    • Bus #116 from Metrotown Bay 12
    • Get off at 4300 block on North Fraser Way
    • Walk one minute to Fraser River Trail
    Bus #116 directions to WB North Fraser Way at the 4300 block, one minute walk from the Fraser River Trail parade start.

  • What to bring

    • Hat, water, and comfortable shoes for walking the route.
    • Blanket or camp chair if you plan to post up along the path.
    • Cash or card for vendors.
    • Bring all your friends and family!

Chariot Fest — full details →

Both days

Admission

Both days are free. Optional donations and vendor purchases are separate — bring a card or small cash.

Accessibility

Paved loops on colour day; paved foreshore paths on parade day. Quiet breaks and clear signage where we can. Email early if you need reserved seating or sensory support.

Stay in the loop

Schedules and any weather call-outs will land on the event pages and in email updates as we finalize the run of show.

Connect with us for vendors, volunteering, or accessibility questions.

Save the date

July 25–26, 2026

Festival of Joy — Metro Vancouver, BC.