Tsara Tea – Bubble tea fans, get your reusable cups ready — the Canada Bubble Tea Festival is back in Metro Vancouver, promising a weekend of sweet sips, tasty eats, and lively entertainment. Taking place August 9–10, 2025 at Burnaby’s Swangard Stadium, this free-entry celebration is set to be the largest event of its kind in the country.
A Celebration of All Things Boba
Whether you call it bubble tea, boba, or pearl milk tea, this festival is dedicated to one of the world’s most beloved drinks. Originating in Taiwan in the 1980s, bubble tea has become a global sensation, known for its mix of tea, milk, flavorings, and chewy tapioca pearls (more on bubble tea’s history here).
At this year’s festival, visitors can sample creative takes from over 25 food and drink vendors, including returning favourites like Bao Buns, Bubble World, and Chatime. Expect everything from classic milk teas to fruit-infused blends, plus Asian-inspired street food to pair with your drink.
More Than Just Drinks
The Canada Bubble Tea Festival isn’t just about sipping your favourite beverage — it’s an all-day community celebration. Here’s what you can expect:
- Live Performances: Dance crews, musicians, and buskers will perform throughout the day, adding energy to the festival atmosphere.
- Kids Zone: Family-friendly activities and games for younger guests.
- Pickleball Zone: Try your hand at one of the fastest-growing sports in North America.
- Bubble Beat Galaxy: A sober “energy party” with DJs spinning upbeat tracks from 2–5 p.m.
- Free Pastry Giveaway: The first 100 guests who arrive with a drink in hand will receive a free pastry — so getting there early pays off.
Event Details
📅 Dates: Saturday, August 9, 2025 (11 a.m. – 7 p.m.)
Sunday, August 10, 2025 (11 a.m. – 6 p.m.)
📍 Location: Swangard Stadium, 3883 Imperial St., Burnaby, BC
💵 Admission: Free
Why You Should Go
If you’re a bubble tea enthusiast, this is your chance to taste unique flavours you won’t find in a typical café menu, enjoy street food pairings, and soak up festival vibes with friends and family. Even if you’re not a regular boba drinker, the event’s food offerings, music, and activities make it a great summer outing in Metro Vancouver.
With the bubble tea market in Canada continuing to grow (Statista data shows a steady rise in specialty beverage sales), events like this highlight just how popular — and diverse — the drink has become.
Pro Tips for Festival Day
- Bring cash and card — not all vendors accept both.
- Go early for the free pastry and to avoid long lines at popular stalls.
- Bring reusable cups and straws if you want to cut down on waste.
- Stay hydrated — August heat plus sweet drinks can sneak up on you.
Final Sip
The Canada Bubble Tea Festival 2025 is shaping up to be one of the tastiest and most entertaining food events of the summer. Whether you’re there for the drinks, the food, or just the atmosphere, it’s an experience that celebrates creativity, community, and, of course, the joy of bubble tea.
For more details and the latest vendor announcements, visit the Canada Bubble Tea Festival official website or follow them on Instagram.