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Events Description
Shake off the winter blues and step into the lively world of French-Canadian and Métis culture at the 16th annual Vive les Voyageurs Festival, happening on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at Fort Langley National Historic Site.
Since 2010, this beloved festival has filled the fort with the music, stories, and traditions of the fur trade era. Spend the day exploring demonstrations, chatting with Métis elders, enjoying traditional Indigenous dishes at Ancestor Café, and tapping your feet to lively voyageur tunes.
Festival Highlights
Live demonstrations: Watch traditional skills in action, including coopering, blacksmithing, and beaver trapping techniques.
Métis beading: Discover the artistry of Métis beadwork with Lisa Shepherd.
Storytelling: Meet and hear stories from Métis elder Ken Pruden.
Music and dance: Tap your feet to spoon and jig performances with Maurice Guibord, join a voyageur singalong, and try the weaving dance led by a fort interpreter.
Presentation: Learn about the history of Chinook Jargon—its origins, evolution, and legacy.
Food: Enjoy traditional Indigenous cuisine at Ancestor Café.
Souvenirs: Browse Indigenous art and gifts at Spirit Bear Designs Gift Shop.
Who is it for?
All ages – Family
HOW MUCH
Tickets : $10.00/ adult; $8.50/senior.
Free admission for youth 17 and under and annual pass holders.
How to get tickets?
At the door
WHEN & WHERE
Date & Time:
Saturday, April 18, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 04:30 PM
Venue & Address :
Fort Langley National Historic Site – PO Box 129, 23433 Mavis Avenue, Fort Langley BC, Langley, BC V1M 2R5 Canada
