Performers

 Phase III Steelband has been entertaining audiences across Canada for over 35 years. The band primarily plays locally for Music and Cultural Festivals including the Surrey Fusion Festival, Caribbean Days Festival, Maple Ridge Caribbean Festival, Richmond Multicultural  and other local events Like Canada Day just to name a few.

R.E.D. (Road Engine Dreams) is an Indigenous rock band with deep roots and a raw sound. We write original music that tells stories shaped by dreams, memories, and lived experience. Our songs come from the road behind us—and the one we're still on—driven by a sound that doesn’t back down.

Rangla Punjab Arts Academy is a folk arts institute established in 2016 and based in Surrey, British Columbia. We are a community-based organization committed to serving our community through diverse projects. We are also deeply dedicated to promoting our Punjabi Virsa, Maa-Boli, and culture.

Ricardo is an artist, composer, and music producer based in Vancouver, BC. Born in Mozambique a few years after the civil war, Ricardo immigrated to Canada with his mother when he was just 5-years old. His music is an honest reflection of his journey, blending personal storytelling with boundary-pushing sounds. Ricardo's songs have to deal with trauma; both relationally, familial, and generational trauma, weaving the personal into the universal. Ricardo believes music is the medium for not only healing, but for communicating beyond what we normally do with language. From intimate Sofarsounds shows to festival main stages, his music invites you to join him on an unpredictable, unforgettable ride. Ricardo’s concerts are more than just a set—they’re an experience.

Sadé Awele, the Nigerian-born musical visionary, is a captivating force in the realm of R&B and afro-soul. Her music draws deeply from her heritage, combining bold innovation with influences from legends like Stevie Wonder, Erykah Badu, Beyoncé, and Lauryn Hill.

Awele's remarkable talent earned her the 2020 Female Artist of the Year award by AFAM. She was named one of the "Top 100 Black Women to Watch in 2023" by CIBWE and celebrated as a "rising soulstress" by Wonderland magazine. 
Sadé Awele's talents extend into the world of film, with her single and music video, "Intuition," gaining acclaim at the Atlanta Film Festival.

Awele's international presence was solidified through a successful European tour, where she received accolades from overseas fans. Now, she's gearing up for a Canadian tour to celebrate the release of her upcoming EP.

Sadé has shared stages with renowned artists like Juno winner Piere Kwenders and Grammy winner Christone "Kingfish" Ingram. She has also left her mark by performing the national anthem at the inaugural Black History Month hockey event organized by the NHL at Rogers Arena in Vancouver, BC, and the first-ever Monster Jam event at Rogers Place, Edmonton, Alberta. 

Immerse yourself into the Polynesian culture! Join me in learning a couple steps to the iconic “He Mele No Lilo’” theme song from Lilo & Stitch and how to make a refreshing tropical treat to cool you down, with flavours from Polynesia.

Shawn Bullshields was born and raised in Southern Alberta and is a member of the Blackfoot Nation. In 2010, he began pursuing music professionally in Vancouver. Since 2015, Shawn has been performing full-time on Granville Island. He is a singer and guitarist with natural charisma and a professional delivery, offering a repertoire that spans pop, blues, country, and folk.

The Surrey International Folk Dancers have enjoyed dancing together for over three decades. Folk dancing is an excellent recreational activity for all ages and abilities. Our dances and music originate from traditional communities in countries around the world. We welcome everyone to join us and discover the world of dance. Along the way, you will have fun, meet new people, be challenged, and get exercise without even realizing it.

Terrance is a 19-year-old 6-time Canadian National Champion. He's been yoyoing since he was 7 years old. Terrance competes on national and world stages; his current ranking is 10th in the world. He plays two types of yoyo: 1A and 4A (offstring). Terrance makes yoyoing look effortless and captivating. Learn a bit about his yoyo background and enjoy his amazing tricks! Terrance will be competing at the World Yoyo Contest in Prague this summer.
 

Meet Teta – A Vibrant Force of Rwandan Dance and Culture! Teta is a dynamic young Rwandan dancer and entertainer with a flair for movement and a heart full of rhythm! She brings to life a variety of dance styles, with a special passion for “Amaraba”—the captivating traditional dance of Rwanda. Currently based in Vancouver, she’s a proud member of Indangamirwa, a Rwandan traditional dance troupe known for its vibrant performances and cultural pride. Whether she's on stage or in the studio, Teta brings joy, energy, and authenticity to every move she makes.

For Teta, dance is more than just an art—it's her passion and a powerful way to celebrate and share her heritage with the world. And she’s just getting started!

The Calihou family is a Métis family whose ancestors were voyageurs and Métis leaders of their time. They honour them through the stories they tell and the songs they sing.

The Re-enactors are an award-winning heritage re-enactment performance troupe based on real people from Surrey's past. Attending the City's major events since 2012, each of the historical characters share thoughtful and intriguing stories from Surrey's history.

Since 2008, Travis Bernhardt’s magic shows have been selling out venues and winning awards across Canada. When not performing, he trains, writes for, and directs other magicians—some of whose work has appeared on America’s Got Talent and YTV’s Tricked, where he served as a magic producer.

Turath Troupe began with a group of local guys from Surrey who wanted to express their cultural pride by showcasing Dabkeh at various cultural and celebratory events.

Palestinian Dabkeh is a cultural expression that highlights the deep-rooted Palestinian spirit—where powerful footwork, music, and group unity come together to celebrate heritage, resist erasure, and keep cultural memory alive through movement.

Urban Heiltsuk Dance Group are from a small community traditionally known as Waglisla, also known as Bella Bella. Their group was formed sometime in the 1990s. Most of their members now live in the Lower Mainland to further their education and/or to support their families.

Vagabond is an Indigenous roots alt-rock trio from Northern BC, Canada, blending influences from '90s alt-rock, traditional folk, blues, and even retro video game soundtracks. We've played in backyards, bars, and even some festivals across the coast of British Columbia, slowly building a fan base for our album Few and Far.