Get ready to experience the best of live music, entertainment, and community spirit as the Shipyards Festival returns for an unforgettable FREE one-day event! Join us in Lower Lonsdale for a day filled with fun, excitement, and activities for all ages.
Find the Main Stage on East 1st Street, open from noon to 9PM. 1st Street will be packed with activities and festivities, featuring the Translink Car Free Days of Summer, on-street activations from local businesses, a Brewery District festival at the park, food options and street-games, along with even more live musical performances.
For the first time, the Marine Careers Expo (MCE) is coming to Shipyards Festival! Stop by to meet employers at The Shipyards, explore marine training and high-demand career opportunities through interactive activities, and step aboard vessels for free public tours. Learn more at https://www.canada.ca/marinecareers.
Live Music Across Multiple Stages – Enjoy a diverse lineup of live performances from talented local artists. With a stage in The Shipyards and the Main Stage on 1st Street this year, there’s something for every musical taste.
Site-Wide Beer Garden – A wide selection of local craft beers and beverages throughout the festival zones, featuring sips from local breweries!
Family Activities – Kids can enjoy performances and activities at the Seaspan Family Zone in the Pipe Shop from 12 to 6PM.
Get ready to party! This year’s festival features an eclectic lineup of artists and performers across two stages plus the Kids Zone stage in the Pipe Shop.
Check-out the FULL 2025 lineup! HERE
There will be stages at both The Shipyards, and on East 1st Street. Site maps can be viewed HERE!
It’s free to attend!
The festival line-up can be viewed HERE
Stage times can be viewed HERE!
Yes! Food trucks as well as local restaurant pop-ups will be at the festival. You can also stop by one of our Lower Lonsdale restaurants for a bite to eat.
Yes, the festival site is dog-friendly. However, it can get busy and loud so if your doggy might find it too much, it might be best to leave them at home.
Yes! Shipyards Festival is for everyone. Kids can check out the Seaspan Family Zone for games, crafts and performances. There will also be picnic tables, seating and free games in the park along 1st Street!
View the Site Map HERE
We’re looking for enthusiastic and friendly individuals who love connecting with people and contributing to a vibrant community event. We have open roles for:
Vendor applications for the 2025 festival are now closed
For inquiries contact info@lowerlonsdalebia.com