🚢 Holi on the Waves ( Festival of Colours ) | Vancouver 2026 🌊🎉 (March 6) (Age 19+)
🚢 Holi on the Waves 2026
Festival of Colours • Vancouver
📍 Burrard Queen
🗓 Multiple Dates – March 2026
🎉 Part of the Sea of Colors Festival – Holi Collection
👨👩👧👦 All Ages & 19+ Events Available
🎨 Event Overview
Get ready for an unforgettable celebration of colour, culture, and joy — on the water!
Holi on the Waves returns in 2026 with four spectacular cruises aboard Vancouver’s iconic Burrard Queen, sailing through Vancouver Harbour with music, dancing, colours, and stunning waterfront views.
Whether you’re celebrating with family during the daytime All Ages cruises or dancing the night away at our high-energy 19+ Holi parties, this is Vancouver’s most exciting Holi experience.
🌊 What to Expect
Step aboard and immerse yourself in a floating festival of colour and energy, surrounded by ocean views and city skylines.
✨ Every cruise includes:
✔️ 1 FREE colour pack with every ticket
🎧 Live DJ playing Bollywood, Punjabi & Holi anthems
🌆 Breathtaking views of Vancouver’s skyline, mountains & waterfront
📸 Professional photos & videos captured onboard
💃 High-energy dance floor with vibrant Holi vibes
🎨 Extra colour packs available for purchase
🍴 Food & snacks available for purchase
🍹 Licensed bar on all 19+ cruises
🌈 This is Holi like you’ve never experienced before — colourful, musical, and floating on the ocean!
🗓 Event Dates & Cruise Details
👨👩👧👦 All Ages – Day Cruises
Perfect for families, kids, and community groups.
📅 Sunday, March 1, 2026
⏰ 12:30 PM – 4:40 PM
📅 Sunday, March 8, 2026
⏰ 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM
🎟 Kids tickets available (Under 12)
🔞 19+ Evening Cruises
A high-energy, club-style Holi celebration on the water.
📅 Wednesday, March 4, 2026
⏰ 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
📅 Friday, March 6, 2026
⏰ 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
🍹 Licensed bar onboard
🪪 Valid government-issued ID required
🎟 Ticket Options
🎫 General Admission (12+) – $60
Includes 1 FREE colour pack
👥 Group of 4 (12+) – $55 each ($220 total)
👨👩👧👦 Group of 6+ (12+) – $50 each
🎉 Group of 10+ (12+) – $45 each
Best value for large groups, students & companies
🧒 Kids Ticket (Under 12) – $35
Includes 1 colour pack
✔️ Valid only for March 1 & March 8 All Ages cruises
🚢 Departure Location
📍 Burrard Queen
750 Pacific Boulevard, Dock A
XPort Marina, Vancouver
⏰ Boarding begins 30 minutes before departure
🅿️ Paid parking available nearby
⚠️ Important Rules & Policies
For everyone’s safety and comfort:
🚫 No outside alcohol
🚫 No outside food
🚫 No outside colour powders
✔️ Extra colour packs available onboard
✔️ Food & snacks available onboard
✔️ Licensed venue
❌ All sales are final — no refunds
👕 Tips for the Best Experience
✨ Wear clothes you don’t mind getting colourful
📱 Bring a Ziploc bag for your phone
⏰ Arrive early for smooth boarding
🤍 White clothing makes your photos POP!
🎨 Colours provided are safe, non-toxic & washable
❤️ Why People Love Holi on the Waves
For 3+ years, Holi on the Waves has sold out and become one of Vancouver’s most loved cultural celebrations.
It brings together people of all backgrounds to celebrate joy, music, culture, and colour — all while cruising on the water.
📸 Last year’s event was filled with smiles, laughter, and unforgettable moments.
🌈 Come create memories that last a lifetime — on the waves!
