The 36th edition of the Vancouver Flamenco Festival, presented by Flamenco Rosario, comes to stages September 19 to 27. The 2026 festival once again brings a lineup of local, national, and international artists to audiences with live performances, workshops, masterclasses, and community events.
This year’s festival celebrates the growth of flamenco in Vancouver and British Columbia which has been nurtured over the years, by local artists, musicians, dancers, teachers, and audiences. Offering both ticketed and free events, the festival is a tribute to the artists who continue to pursue their creative path with passion, courage, and commitment. It is also a celebration of the connections created through flamenco and the opportunity to share this rich artistic tradition with audiences in Vancouver.
Festival highlights include guest artist Víctor Fernández , choreographer, dancer, and educator from Granada, Spain and renowned cantaora (singer) Mercedes Cortés who will be joining Flamenco Rosario for the premiere of Nuevo IV- Lo nuevo y lo añejo . Additional programming features Jafelin Helten’s Raíz Viva , Kasandra Flamenco’s United Elements , and Karen Flamenco’s Jewels .
The festival will also present two evenings of flamenco music. At Alliance Française, Philippe Jean and Iminah Kani will share the stage in a special guitar evening where the Victor Kolstee Award will also be presented. The festival’s traditional La Música del Flamenco will feature song and guitar, followed by a flamenco juerga, a festive gathering. The evening will close with a fiesta or party marking the end of this year’s Festival.
The Vancouver Flamenco Festival program features many free event including:
FREE FLAMENCO ARTISTS SHOWCASE
The Fringe Patio (Ocean Artworks Pavilion) | Granville Island
1531 Johnston Street
The festival presents performances by local, provincial and national flamenco dance and music artists, including a special performance for children on the Ocean Artworks Pavilion Stage.
Saturday, September 19
Flamenkitas: 1pm
Jay Campbell: 2pm
Al Mozaico Flamenco Dance Academy: 3pm
Oscar Nieto’s Duende: 4pm
Ehab Guitarrista Trío: 5pm
Sunday, September 20
Karen Flamenco: 1pm
Linda Hayes: 2pm
Estilización Aflamencada Dance Company (Winnipeg) ¡Viva España! — Raíces y Tradiciones: 3pm
Josué Tacoronte “Tras las Raíces” (Following the Roots): 4pm
Maria Avila Luna Flamenca: 5pm
FREE CLASSES
The Dance Centre, 677 Davie Street
Saturday, September 19
Intro to Flamenco with Rosario Ancer
Discover the art of flamenco in this fun and accessible class for beginners. No special shoes are required, just wear comfortable clothing. Participants will explore compás (rhythm), zapateado (footwork), palmas (hand clapping), and braceo (arm and hand movements), culminating in a short dance sequence bringing all elements together.
Sunday, September 20
The Fringe Patio (Ocean Artworks Pavilion) | Granville Island
1531 Johnston Street
Ahead of the Flamenco Artists Showcase learn the basic techniques of flamenco, no experience necessary.
Basic Intro to Flamenco For Children: 11:00am to 11:30am (times subject to change)
Basic Intro to Flamenco For Adults: 11:45am to 12:30pm (times subject to change)
Flamenco Rosario presents the 36th edition of the Vancouver Flamenco Festival, from September 19 to 27, 2026 at various venues. Visit vancouverflamencofestival.org for more information on the full festival program and tickets.